At Raymond James, we develop, we collaborate, we decide, we deliver, and we improve together.
Raymond James Ltd. is Canada’s leading independent investment dealers offering high quality investment products and services to Canadians seeking customized solutions to their wealth management needs.
Senior Graphic Designer
How does the role impact the organization?
We are seeking a talented and creative Graphic Designer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong portfolio showcasing their ability to produce high-quality work that meets stakeholders' needs within our brand parameters. As a Graphic Designer, you will support our financial advisors by creating visually appealing and effective designs that reflect the Raymond James brand.
What will your role be responsible for?
Fulfill advisor marketing design requests for collaterals and materials for print, signage, and screen.
Ensure all designs are consistent with Raymond James Ltd.'s brand guidelines by using and customizing the appropriate templates.
Provide subject matter expertise on design, accessibility, and brand compliance to advisors and other members of the Advisor Marketing team.
Ensure accessibility in all designs to cater to diverse audiences.
Prepare final artwork for print and/or screen
Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices, as well as regulatory updates, to continuously improve design quality.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
Provide art direction/coaching support to other designers.
What can you expect from us?
Our most important investment is in people. Upon eligibility, Raymond James Ltd offers flexible workstyles, a competitive compensation and benefits package. Our benefits range from Health Benefits, RRSP Matching Program, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, Volunteer Days, Discretionary Bonuses, Tuition Reimbursement and many more! We also support internal promotion and community involvement.
What do we expect from you?
To qualify for this opportunity you possess:
A degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Marketing, or a related field.
5+ years of experience, ideally in a hybrid of agency and in-house roles
Proficiency in:
Brand governance and working within brand guidelines
Template development and scalable design solutions
Design and artwork preparation standards for print and digital
Standard industry tools:
Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat)
MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Strong portfolio showcasing solid understanding of layout, typography, colour, and accessibility.
Strong communication (verbal and written) and time management skills.
Strong attention to detail and sense of task ownership.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in financial services (ideally wealth management)
Strong proofreading and copy-editing skills
Qualifying Steps:
Portfolio that:
o Showcases pieces related to brand guidelines or visual identity systems.
o Real-world projects.
o Recent work (not older than 1 year).
Designer interview covering:
o Design best practices.
o Brand standards implementation and advocacy.
o Handling contrarian ideas within the team.
o Handling feedback and client pushback on designs.
o Interest in in-house, standardized design works.
We encourage our associates at all levels to:
Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm
At Raymond James – we honor, value, respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic self, our organization, clients and communities thrive, it is part of our people-first culture. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.
Here at Raymond James we demonstrate our commitment to ensuring equal opportunities for all candidates. To request accommodations, candidates are instructed to contact Human Resources via email at recruitment@raymondjames.ca. By reaching out to this email address, candidates can communicate their specific requirements and discuss the necessary accommodations they may need to participate fully in the recruitment process.
Salary Range: BC (based on Education, Work Experience, etc) $70,000-80,000 in addition to competitive performance bonuses/incentives.
