Financial Solutions Advisor Trainee – Mountain West Market

Jobtailor; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Merrill, a Bank of America company, is seeking a driven individual in Spokane, WA to begin a career as a Financial Advisor trainee. You will complete required licensing (SIE, Series 7, Series 66) and build client relationships while delivering holistic financial guidance.

Through structured training, you will learn to assess complex client needs, align Merrill and Bank of America solutions, and present investment recommendations to affluent clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or higher in finance or related field.
• SIE, Series 7 and Series 66 licenses must be obtained within specified timelines.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage client relationships with accuracy and empathy.
• Provide holistic financial advice and identify suitable products and services.
• Apply investment and market knowledge to meet client needs.
• Align Merrill and Bank of America solutions when appropriate.
• Work with affluent and high-net-worth clients to understand goals.
• Develop investment recommendations and review progress with clients.
• Progress through training toward Merrill Financial Advisor role.
• Deliver client reviews and presentations with clarity and professionalism.
• Connect clients with Merrill solutions and resources.
• Collaborate with core banking and investment partners to satisfy client needs.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Investment Analysis

Regulatory Knowledge

Sales Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

• Complete dedicated classes and obtain Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7 and Series 66 licenses
• Acquire, build, and manage client relationships
• Consider clients’ complex financial pictures and provide advice and solutions
• Provide holistic financial advice and guidance by identifying product and service solutions
• Apply investment and financial market knowledge to clients’ investment needs
• Align Merrill and Bank of America products and services where appropriate
• Work with affluent and high net worth clients
• Identify needs, develop relationships, review investment goals, and prepare investment recommendations
• Progress through defined training and development toward a Merrill Financial Advisor role
• Provide comprehensive advice and deliver client reviews and presentations
• Recommend strategies to help clients achieve financial goals and life priorities
• Manage a portfolio of clients and provide exceptional client care
• Collaborate with core banking and investment partners
• Connect clients with Bank of America and Merrill solutions

Requirements

• Confidence working in a sales role
• Strong client relationships through effective communication and collaboration
• Proactive mindset and effective time management
• Results-driven mindset and prioritization of client interests
• Ability to identify appropriate client solutions through application of learnings and new information
• Relevant regulatory due diligence in daily activities and long-term client strategies
• Must obtain SIE within 60 days of being hired
• Must obtain Series 7 and Series 66 within 120 days of being hired; Series 63 and 65 accepted in lieu of Series 66
• Series 7 and Series 66 required for the role
• SAFE Act registration, background check, and good standing required
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technology or applications
• Ability to execute multiple tasks simultaneously
• Bachelor’s degree and/or a minimum of one year of financial services industry or sales experience (desired qualification)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in providing holistic financial advice and managing client relationships, with a strong focus on aligning investment strategies with client goals. Proficient in navigating regulatory requirements and delivering exceptional client care in a sales-driven environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Securities Industry Essentials (SIE)
• Series 7 License
• Series 66 License
• Client Relationship Management
• Financial Market Knowledge

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Investment Recommendations
• Financial Analysis
• Portfolio Management
• Regulatory Due Diligence
• Sales Strategy

Soft Skills

• Effective Communication
• Proactive Mindset
• Time Management
• Collaboration
• Results-Driven

Certifications & Qualifications

• Securities Industry Essentials (SIE)
• Series 7 License
• Series 66 License
• SAFE Act Registration

Industry Keywords

• Financial Services
• Client Care
• Affluent Clients
• High Net Worth Clients
• Investment Solutions