Financial Solutions Advisor - Consumer Investments - Northwest Chicago Market

Bank of America; Hanover Park (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Financial Solutions Advisor to empower clients in their financial journeys. This role involves crafting personalized financial plans, recommending investment strategies, and collaborating with clients to meet their goals. You will thrive in a dynamic environment, utilizing your expertise to guide clients through investment options like stocks and mutual funds. With a focus on relationship-building and effective communication, you'll play a crucial role in enhancing client experiences. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to making financial lives better, and leverage your skills in a rewarding career that values growth and client success.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in investments and financial services with relevant licenses.
• Strong relationship-building skills and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist clients in achieving financial goals through tailored solutions.
• Provide coaching to referral partners and manage client relationships.

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

Series 7 License

Series 66 License

Certified Financial Planner (CFP)

Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC)

Job description

Financial Solutions Advisor - Consumer Investments - Northwest Chicago Market

Westmont, Illinois; Wheaton, Illinois; Hanover Park, Illinois

Job Description:

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.

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. Failure to obtain and/or maintain SAFE Act registration may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Responsibilities:

1. 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.
2. Recommends banking and investment strategies that align with client financial goals and needs.
3. Triages client requests and makes referrals to appropriate internal service providers based on client needs and asset thresholds.
4. Mitigates and controls risk as part of daily activities.
5. Identifies and engages potential new clients through referrals or financial center clientele.
6. Provides coaching and feedback to referral partners based on knowledge of client needs and potential product services recommended.

Required Qualifications:

1. 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.
2. Has at least one year experience in the investments industry, including investment training and in-depth knowledge of investment products and services.
3. Has at least one year experience working in the financial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded.
4. Sets and accomplishes goals, achieving whatever you put your mind to.
5. Builds and nurtures strong relationships.
6. Collaborates effectively with others to get things done.
7. Communicates effectively and confidently and is comfortable engaging all clients.
8. Manages goals, navigates complexity, prioritizes tasks and executes in a fast-paced environment.
9. Likes to learn, adapts to new information and seeks the right solutions for clients.
10. Efficiently manages your time and capacity.
11. Is thorough and thoughtful in incorporating relevant regulatory due diligence into daily activities and long-term strategies for clients.

Desired Qualifications:

1. Strong computer skills with an ability to multitask in a demanding environment.
2. At least three years’ experience working in the financial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded.
3. Achieved additional professional designations such as Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and/or Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC).
4. Obtained your insurance licenses.
5. Bilingual Spanish Preferred.

Skills:

1. Advisory
2. Account Management
3. Client Experience Branding
4. Customer and Client Focus
5. Oral Communications
6. Issue Management
7. Client Solutions Advisory
8. Pipeline Management
9. Active Listening
10. Attention to Detail
11. Risk Management
12. Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines
13. Client Management
14. Causation Analysis
15. Written Communications

Shift: 1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week: 40