Financial Solutions Advisor - Ballwin - Greater St. Louis Market

Bank of America; Ballwin (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of America is looking for a dedicated individual to provide comprehensive advice and customized financial solutions to clients. This role involves planning both short and long-term financial goals through various products, including stocks, bonds, and banking solutions.

The ideal candidate holds relevant licenses, has at least one year of experience in financial services, and possesses strong communication and relationship-building skills. A high school diploma is required, and the position involves a typical 40-hour workweek.

Qualifications

• Currently holds Series 7 and 66 (or 63 and 65 in lieu of 66) licenses.
• Minimum of one year of experience in the investments industry.
• Minimum of one year of experience working in the financial services industry.

Responsibilities

• Works with clients to plan short and long-term financial goals.
• Recommends banking and investment strategies.
• Identifies and engages potential new clients through referrals.

Skills

Account Management

Advisory

Client Experience Branding

Customer and Client Focus

Oral Communications

Active Listening

Attention to Detail

Client Solutions Advisory

Issue Management

Pipeline Management

Causation Analysis

Client Management

Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines

Risk Management

Written Communications

Education

High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School

Job description

This role is responsible for providing comprehensive advice and customized solutions to clients to help them achieve their financial goals. The position may include residential mortgage loan origination and, as a result, is subject to SAFE Act registration requirements. All employees engaged in residential mortgage loan originations must register with the federal registry system and remain in good standing. Failure to obtain or maintain SAFE Act registration may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Responsibilities

• Works with clients to plan their short and long‑term financial goals by building a financial plan with brokerage products, including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, annuities, and banking and money‑management solutions.
• Recommends banking and investment strategies that align with client financial goals and needs.
• Triages client requests and makes referrals to appropriate internal service providers based on client needs and asset thresholds.
• Mitigates and controls risk as part of daily activities.
• Identifies and engages potential new clients through referrals or financial center clientele.
• Provides coaching and feedback to referral partners on knowledge of client needs and potential product services recommended.

Required Qualifications

• Currently holds Series 7 and 66 (or 63 and 65 in lieu of 66) licenses; if you do not currently hold 66 but have either a 63 or 65, an offer can be extended with the condition that a passing score is received for the missing series within 60 days.
• Minimum of one year of experience in the investments industry, including investment training and in‑depth knowledge of investment products and services.
• Minimum of one year of experience working in the financial services industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded.
• Sets and accomplishes goals, achieving whatever one sets their mind to.
• Builds and nurtures strong relationships.
• Collaborates effectively with others to get things done.
• Communicates effectively and confidently and is comfortable engaging all clients.
• Manages goals, navigates complexity, prioritizes tasks and executes in a fast‑paced environment.
• Likes to learn, adapts to new information and seeks the right solutions for clients.
• Efficiently manages time and capacity.
• Thorough and thoughtful in incorporating relevant regulatory due diligence into daily activities and long‑term strategies for clients.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong computer skills with an ability to multitask in a demanding environment.
• Minimum of three years of experience working in the financial services industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded.
• Achieved additional professional designations such as Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and/or Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC).
• Obtained insurance licenses.

Skills

• Account Management
• Advisory
• Client Experience Branding
• Customer and Client Focus
• Oral Communications
• Active Listening
• Attention to Detail
• Client Solutions Advisory
• Issue Management
• Pipeline Management
• Causation Analysis
• Client Management
• Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines
• Risk Management
• Written Communications

Minimum Education Requirement

High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent

Shift

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week

40