Financial Solutions Advisor Registration Candidate- EASTSIDE Market

Bank of America; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of America is seeking a client-focused financial advisor in the Kirkland area to help clients achieve financial goals. You will triage leads, refer to business partners, and meet with clients to review goals and recommend products.

You will complete required licenses and training, including potential SAFE Act or FINRA steps where applicable. Responsibilities include building financial plans with brokerage products, recommending banking and investment strategies, and contacting new clients

Qualifications

• Must have required industry licenses and ongoing training.
• Strong time management to handle multiple tasks in fast-paced environments.
• Proven ability to cultivate client relationships and assess needs.

Responsibilities

• Triages client needs and makes referrals to internal partners.
• Advises clients on financial goals and investment products.
• Reviews financial plans and recommends suitable solutions including banking and brokerage options.
• Builds new client relationships through referrals and existing clientele.

Skills

Client relationship

Time management

Communication

Multitasking

Mandarin (preferred)

Education

Bachelor's degree

FINRA SIE license preferred

Job description

Job Description

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's 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!

****Please Note that this requisition contains multiple locations but there is not an immediate opening for every location listed ****

Job Description

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, and meeting with clients to review financial and investment goals and recommend products. Job expectations include applying and expanding knowledge by completing required licenses and trainings. This position may be responsible for the provision of residential mortgage loans, and as such, is subject to SAFE Act registration requirements. Pursuant to the SAFE Act requirements, all employees engaged in residential mortgage loan 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. 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, such as 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

Required Qualifications

• Aptitude in obtaining required industry licenses
• Must be self-disciplined in managing time and capacity
• Experience in cultivating client relationships, assessing needs and recommending solutions
• Success creating strong peer relationships through effective communication and collaboration
• Demonstrates a results-driven mindset while prioritizing client's interest in a complex, fast-paced environment
• Executes multiple tasks simultaneously
• Learns and adapts to new technology or applications

Desired Qualifications

• Currently holds FINRA Securities Industry Essentials (SIE)
• Bachelor's degree and/or a minimum of one year of financial services industry or sales experience
• Bilingual Mandarin Preferred

Skills

• Client Experience Branding
• Client Solutions Advisory
• Investment Management
• Pipeline Management
• Referral Management