Financial Solutions Advisor - Central OC

Bank of America; Westminster (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Bank of America is seeking a Financial Advisor in California to provide comprehensive financial guidance and customized solutions. The role involves triaging client leads, referring to partners, and meeting with clients to align investments with goals.

Required licenses (Series 7 & 66 or 63/65) and 1+ year in investments or financial services. Salesforce and relationship-building skills are essential for success in a fast-paced, in-office environment.

Qualifications

• Currently holds Series 7 & 66 licenses. If you do not hold 66 but have 63 or 65, an offer can be extended with condition that a passing score is received within 60 days.
• Has at least one year experience in the investments industry, including investment training and in-depth knowledge of investment products and services.
• Has at least one year experience working in the financial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded.
• Is thorough and thoughtful in incorporating regulatory due diligence into daily activities and long-term strategies for clients.

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 managed solutions.
• Recommends banking and investments 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 based on knowledge of client needs and potential product services recommended.

Skills

Advisory

Account Management

Client Experience Branding

Customer and Client Focus

Oral Communications

Issue Management

Client Solutions Advisory

Pipeline Management

Active Listening

Attention to Detail

Risk Management

Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines

Client Management

Causation Analysis

Written Communications

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Job Description:

The following laws or regulations restrict or prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain specified criminal history for the position: FDIC; Safe Act; Loan Originators; FINRA.

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.

Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates' physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits.

We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve.

Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs.

At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!

This job is responsible for providing comprehensive advice and customized solutions to clients to help them achieve their financial goals. Key responsibilities include triaging client leads, making referrals to business partners based on client needs and asset thresholds, meeting with clients to review financial and investment goals, building a financial plan, and recommending brokerage products. Job expectations include applying and expanding knowledge by completing required licenses and trainings. This position is subject to SAFE Act registration requirements. Pursuant to the SAFE Act requirements, all employees engaged in residential loan mortgage originations must register with the federal registry system and remain in good standing. Since this position requires SAFE Act registration, employees are required to register and to submit to the required SAFE Act background check and registration process. Failure to obtain and/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 managed solutions


• Recommends banking and investments 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 based on knowledge of client needs and potential product services recommended

Schedule:

• Monday - Fridays and rotating Saturdays

Required Qualifications:

• Currently holds Series 7 & 66 (63 & 65 in lieu of 66) licenses. If you do not currently hold the 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.


• Has at least one year experience in the investments industry, including investment training and in-depth knowledge of investment products and services.


• Has at least one year experience working in the financial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded.


• Sets and accomplishes goals, achieving whatever you put your 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 your time and capacity.


• Is 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.


• At least three years' experience working in the financial service 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 your insurance licenses.

Minimum Education Requirement:

High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent

Skills:

• Advisory


• Account Management


• Client Experience Branding


• Customer and Client Focus


• Oral Communications


• Issue Management


• Client Solutions Advisory


• Pipeline Management


• Active Listening


• Attention to Detail


• Risk Management


• Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines


• Client Management


• Causation Analysis


• Written Communications

Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week:

40

Pay Transparency details:

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Pay and benefits information:

Pay range:

$70,000.00 - $80,000.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set.

Formulaic incentive eligible:

This role is eligible to participate in a formulaic incentive plan. Employees are eligible for incentives as detailed by the specific line of business incentive plan provisions. Formulaic plans may be comprised of monthly, quarterly and/or annual incentive opportunities. Incentives are earned based on the employee's performance against defined metrics.

Benefits:

This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.