Wealth Management Specialist

Bank of America; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of America’s Merrill Wealth Management unit is seeking a Relationship Manager Trainee to develop and service the FA Teams’ client base and prepare for licensure and certifications. The role supports a team-based approach, delivering wealth-management solutions while pursuing required registrations and designations.

The position involves business development, client relationship management, and collaboration with product specialists to grow assets under management and drive client outcomes.

Qualifications

• Series 7, 63/65 or 66 or equivalent; must obtain all state registrations held by the Financial Advisor(s) and Advisor Team(s) they support; SAFE ACT Registration.
• ADV-2B Required; obtain and/or maintain at least one firm approved designation.
• Possess and demonstrate strong communication skills.
• Ability to lead through collaboration and influence without direct authority.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities at once.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the suite of Wealth Management products and services.
• Proven ability to manage risk and support sound decisions.
• Ability to research escalated client issues for response/resolution.

Responsibilities

• Develop and service client segments and generations.
• Deepen relationships by partnering with Merrill partners to deliver full breadth solutions.
• Coordinate portfolio analysis, proposals and direct mail campaigns utilizing Salesforce and other tools.
• Provide marketing and organizational support.

Skills

Account Management

Business Acumen

Client Management

Client Solutions Advisory

Portfolio Management

Referral Identification

Referral Management

Relationship Building

Administrative Services

Client Investments Management

Customer Service Management

Process Simplification

Education

High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent

Job description

About Merrill Wealth Management

Merrill Wealth Management is a leading provider of comprehensive wealth management and investment products and services for individuals, companies, and institutions. Merrill Wealth Management is one of the largest businesses of its kind in the world specializing in goals‑based wealth management, including planning for retirement, education, legacy, and other life goals through investment advice and guidance. Merrill’s Financial Advisors and Wealth Management Client Associates help clients pursue the life they envision through a personal relationship with their advisory team committed to their needs. We believe trust comes from transparency. Our trusted advisory teams are equipped with access to the investment insights of Merrill coupled with the banking convenience of Bank of America. Merrill 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 Merrill, we empower you to bring your whole self to work. We value the unique perspectives in our thoughts, business, and within our employees and clients. Our Wealth Management team represents an array of different skills and experiences that individuals bring from all backgrounds and careers; whether gained through 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.

Role Overview

This EGP Trainee is a training program to develop and prepare candidates to further develop and service the FA Teams client base. The Trainee role allows EGP Specialist to become fully license and require the appropriate designations before taking on the full EGP Specialist role. This position operates in a marketing and sales development role by implementing and executing the Elite Growth Practice. Specific accountabilities for the role may vary depending on the team’s practice. Performance is measured by the FA or FA team through specific goals, metrics, and behaviors related to the execution of the EGP model.

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and service client segments and the next generation and their next generations and beneficiaries.
• Gather additional assets from existing client base and deepen relationships by partnering with all Merrill partners to deliver a full breadth solutions.
• Coordinate technological support through the development of portfolio analysis, proposals and direct mail campaigns utilizing Salesforce and other tools and resources.
• Provide technical expertise in certain product areas (e.g. Corporate 401(k), Rule 144, Insurance, Wealth Management Workstation) Provide marketing and organizational support.
• This position is subject to SAFE Act registration requirements.

SAFE Act 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 your position requires SAFE Act registration, you will be 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. Role is designed to allow employees to study and obtain all required registrations.

Relationship Manager Position

The Elite Growth Practice (EGP) Relationship Manager position may be filled at a Trainee, Specialist or Senior level depending on experience of the candidate and needs of the Financial Advisor Team. The Trainee is a non‑exempt position for a hire lacking required security licenses and/or designation. This position allows the individual to become fully licensed and achieve the appropriate designations required for the position. If Series 7 and 66 (or 63 & 65) licenses and approved designation are not currently held, must be obtained within a specified timeframe to be eligible for Specialist position.

Client Relationship Support

The Relationship Manager supports the Financial Advisor team to further develop and enhance existing client relationships. He or she provides specialized support as a Specialist/Manager in any one of the teams specialized roles of Business Development, Wealth Planning, Investment Management, or Business Management in addition to spending more than 50% of their time on relationship management activities. Assist with and attend client meetings and discussions covering investment strategy, account performance, new products, and market developments in an effort to promote growth and acquisition. Engage portfolio managers, product specialists and/or team Senior Wealth Planner and Investment Management Specialist to support the coordination all sales and service activities. Works with the Financial Advisor and/or team Senior Business Manager to develop, implement, and monitor the teams client service model.

Qualifications

• Series 7, 63/65 or 66 or equivalent; must obtain all state registrations held by the Financial Advisor(s) and Advisor Team(s) they support SAFE ACT Registration;
• ADV-2B Required Obtain and/or maintain at least one firm approved designation;
• Possess and demonstrate strong communication skills;
• Ability to lead through collaboration and influence without direct authority;
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities at once;
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the suite of Wealth Management products and services;
• Proven ability to manage risk and support sound decisions;
• Ability to research escalated client issues for response/resolution.

Skills

• Account Management
• Business Acumen
• Client Management
• Client Solutions Advisory
• Portfolio Management
• Referral Identification
• Referral Management
• Relationship Building
• Administrative Services
• Client Investments Management
• Customer Service Management
• Process Simplification

Minimum Education Requirement

High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent.

Availability and Work Hours

Internal employees who are currently working from home are still eligible to apply. However, if selected for the role, you may be required to work onsite in accordance with the workplace excellence policy. Shift: 1st shift (United States of America) Hours Per Week: 37.5 Privacy Statement: https://careers.bankofamerica.com/en-us/privacy-notice

Company Culture

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. Responsible Growth is how we run our company and how we deliver for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day: One of the keys to driving Responsible Growth is being a great place to work for our teammates around the world.

We’re devoted to being a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.

We hire individuals with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences and invest heavily in our teammates and their families by offering competitive benefits to support their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being.

Bank of America believes both in the importance of working together and offering flexibility to our employees.

Working at Bank of America will give you a great career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact, along with the power to make a difference.

Partnering Locally Learn about some of the ways Bank of America is making a difference in the communities we serve. Global Impact Learn about the six areas that guide Bank of America’s efforts to help make financial lives better for customers, clients, communities and our teammates.

Opportunities and Inclusion Each employee brings unique skills, background and opinions.

We see opportunity and inclusion as our platform for innovation and a key component in our success.

Our Values Learn about our four values that represent what we believe.

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