Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor - North Market jobs at Bank Of America in United States, Jacksonville

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We’ll help you

• Build a successful career at Bank of America through world-class training and on-boarding programs that set you up for success.

• Get training and one-on-one coaching from Academy managers who are invested in your success.

• Grow your business knowledge by using a defined consultative approach with clients to systematically identify client needs and appropriate solutions.

• Build your network. You’ll be able to leverage our relationships with one out of two households in the U.S. to help eventually grow your business.

• Provide end-to-end comprehensive advice, deliver clientreviews/presentationswith confidence, and recommend strategies to help clients achieve their financial goals and life priorities.

• Collaborate with core banking and investment partners. Connect clients to all of the solutions we provide through Bank of America and Merrill to meet virtually all of their financial needs.

As a Financial Solutions Advisor, you can look forward to

• Unlimited potential for financial growth.

• Building a portfolio of clients by providing exceptional client care with industry leading products, services, and education.

• Robust marketing support to reach wider audiences with greater appeal.

• Ongoing professional development to deepen your skills and optimize your practice as the industry evolves and changes.

We’re a culture which

• Believes in responsible growth and has a proven dedication to supporting the communities we serve.

• Provides continuous training and developmental opportunities to help people achieve their goals, whatever their background or experience.

• Believes diversity makes us stronger, so we can reflect, connect to and meet the diverse needs of our clients and customers around the world.

• Is committed to advancing our tools, technology, and ways of working. We always put our clients first to meet their evolving needs.

Required skills

• Series 7, and 66 or equivalent (if not currently held, Series 66 must be obtained within 90 days)

• Is comfortable in a sales role, finding ways to nurture strong client relationships.

• Communicates clearly and confidently with clients from all walks of life.

• Works well with others and collaborates productively to get things done.

• Can manage complexity, prioritize tasks and execute in a fast-paced environment.

• Likes to learn on your feet, adapting to new information and seeking the right solutions for clients.

• Efficiently manages your time and capacity.

• Is thorough, and will incorporate relevant regulatory due diligence into daily to-do’s and long-term strategies for clients.

Desired skills

• A bachelor’s degree,and0-2 years of experience working in the financial service industry and/or a metrics-based sales environment where goals were met or exceeded.

• Experience assessing clientneeds, identifying/recommending solutions,and building/managing client relationships.

• Strong computer skills with an ability to multitask in a demanding environment.

Job Description:

As a
Securities Industry Essentials [SIE], Series 7 and Series 66

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 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.

We’ll help you

• Earn your Security Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7 and Series 66 licenses (63 & 65 accepted, in lieu of 66) though structured lessons and dedicated study time. You must obtain your SIE within 30 days of being hired & your Series 7 & 66 within 90 Days - a requirement for the role.

• Build a successful career at Bank of America through world-class training and on-boarding programs that set you up for success.

• Get training and one-on-one coaching from Academy managers who are invested in your success.

• Grow your business knowledge by using a defined consultative approach with clients to systematically identify client needs and appropriate solutions.

• Build your network. You’ll be able to leverage our relationships with one out of two households in the U.S. to help eventually grow your business.

• Provide end-to-end comprehensive advice, deliver client reviews/presentations with confidence, and recommend strategies to help clients achieve their financial goals and life priorities.

• Collaborate with core banking and investment partners. Connect clients to all of the solutions we provide through Bank of America and Merrill to meet virtually all of their financial needs.

As a Financial Solutions Advisor, you can look forward to

• Unlimited potential for financial growth.

• Building a portfolio of clients by providing exceptional client care with industry leading products, services, and education.

• Robust marketing support to reach wider audiences with greater appeal.

• Ongoing professional development to deepen your skills and optimize your practice as the industry evolves and changes.

We’re a culture which

• Believes in responsible growth and has a proven dedication to supporting the communities we serve.

• Provides continuous training and developmental opportunities to help people achieve their goals, whatever their background or experience.

• Believes diversity makes us stronger, so we can reflect, connect to and meet the diverse needs of our clients and customers around the world.

• Is committed to advancing our tools, technology, and ways of working. We always put our clients first to meet their evolving needs.

Required skills

• Sets and accomplishes goals, achieving whatever you put your mind to.

• Is comfortable in a sales role, finding ways to nurture strong client relationships.

• Communicates clearly and confidently with clients from all walks of life.

• Works well with others and collaborates productively to get things done.

• Can manage complexity, prioritize tasks and execute in a fast-paced environment.

• Likes to learn on your feet, adapting to new information and seeking the right solutions for clients.

• Efficiently manages your time and capacity.

• Is thorough and will incorporate relevant regulatory due diligence into daily to-do’s and long-term strategies for clients.

Desired skills

• A bachelor’s degree,and0-2 years’ of experience working in a service industry and/or a metrics-based sales environment where goals were met or exceeded.

• Experience assessing client needs, identifying/recommending solutions, and building/managing client relationships.

• Strong computer skills with an ability to multitask in a demanding environment.

Job Description:

Job Description:
This job is responsible for handling moderately complex operations processes related to credit disputes, escalations and tax reporting. Key responsibilities include analysis, research, reconciliation, reporting data validation and resolution of issues and identified customer requests which may carry high levels of risk within enterprise risk categories. Job expectations include handling moderately complex transaction processing, reconciliation, and resolution of research requests to clients, consumer reporting agencies or taxing authorities, consulting with management for support.

This job is responsible for the analysis and resolution of tax operations processes and issues that require coordination of multiple stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
• Perform US IRW Tax Withholding and Reporting function
• Service tax related client inquiries and escalations particularly for the Prime Brokerage business
• Liaise with associates at all levels across global locations
• Participate in ad hoc projects for new processes, regulatory & industry initiatives
• Compile metrics and quality assurance results with a high degree of focus on regulatory controls
• Adhere to defined procedures and regulatory requirements

Responsibilities:

• Performs moderately complex activities supporting credit disputes, escalations, and tax reporting while following established written procedures and guidelines and ensuring accurate and timely delivery
• Researches and resolves moderately complex financial data requests or exceptions based on analysis of assembled data in an accurate and timely manner
• Performs routine analytics, report creation, and exception processing
• Identifies risk and opportunities for process improvement based on an understanding the work impacts other operational units and escalates risk concerns, as appropriate
• Provides quality service and support for internal business partners and external clients

• Proficient in Microsoft applications, in particular, Excel
• Strong reconciliation and problem solving skills
• Ability to multitask and work independently in a fast paced environment
• Excellent people management skills
• Strong organizational, analytical problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• College degree or comparable work experienceDesired Skills:

• Chapter 3, 4, 61 and 1099/1042s knowledge
• Strives to bring new thoughts and ideas to teams in order to drive innovation and unique solutions.
• Excels in working among diverse viewpoints to determine the best path forward
• A continuous learner
• Participate in and drive collaborative efforts to advance tools, technology, and ways of working to better serve an evolving client base

Skills:

• Customer and Client Focus
• Oral Communications
• Written Communications
• Adaptability
• Attention to Detail
• Critical Thinking
• Problem Solving
• Active Listening
• Collaboration
• Result Orientation
• Stakeholder Management

Job Description:

Job Description:
This job is responsible for providing prospects and self-directed investors with financial assistance by identifying broader product and service solutions that meet their investment and saving needs. Key responsibilities include applying knowledge of investments, products, financial markets, policies, procedures, and processes to the client's investment needs. Job expectations include owning the management, research, and communication process of resolving client issues and achieving high client satisfaction and relationship deepening through a disciplined and responsible approach. 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.

The registered Investment Consultant II demonstrates knowledge of investments and financial markets and assists clients with their servicing and trading needs through inbound and outbound phone interactions. The Investment Consultant II will own the management, research, and communication of resolution to client issues while demonstrating expert knowledge of policies, procedures and processes. The role is responsible for achievement of high client satisfaction and relationship deepening through a disciplined and responsible approach.Responsibilities:

Deliver exceptional service to clients by answering general account inquiries

Accurately execute and confirm trade orders as well as a variety of securities transactions initiated by self-directed clients

Assist clients with brokerage consumer website usage and navigation

Educate potential and existing clients about investment products, services and trading strategies

Research and resolve client requests

Maintain current knowledge of Merrill products, policies, and services while keeping abreast of financial markets and regulations

Required Qualifications:

Series 7, and 66 or equivalent (if not currently held, Series 66 must be obtained within 90 days)

- Strong analytical and organizational skills

- Detail oriented, with good follow-up skills

- Strong interpersonal skills

- Ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment

- Requires basic knowledge of the organization, products and/or services

- Requires knowledge of financial markets and trading strategies

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills

- Proven ability to meet and exceed productivity and performance goals

- Must be technologically savvy and able to quickly learn new systems

- Must be flexible to work assigned shift within center hours of operation

- Strong desire for point of call resolution

- Focus on client satisfaction

Desired Qualifications:

- Call center experience is preferred but not required

- Previous Brokerage experience is a plus

- 1+ years of financial industry experience

Job Description:

help clients and prospective clients with financial needs and goals that are most important to themWith each connection, FSAs provide care to individuals by identifying broader product and service solutions that meet their investment and savings needs. Financial Solutions Advisors demonstrate knowledge of investments and financial markets by applying key principles appropriately. The FSAs will align the Bank of America and Merrill offering model and collaborate with business partners when appropriate for a client. Additionally, the FSA will set clear expectations when establishing a new relationship to create a smooth and streamlined experience.

• Responsible for the end-to-end client experience, managing and providing financial advice to an assigned group of clients, enhancing client care, retention, and deepening
• Own management of client issues, research, and communication of resolution
• Demonstrate expert knowledge of internal and regulatory policies, procedures, and processes

Required Qualifications:

• Series 7, and 66 or equivalent (required)
• Minimum of 1-2+ years financial advisory or investment experience in thefinancial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded
• Passion for excellence and willingness to work to exceed client expectations bycommunicating effectively and confidently while engaging all clients.
• Ability to have, meaningful, consultative conversations with clients to uncover needs and help them towards achieving multiple life priorities and goals.

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong computer skills with an ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Bachelor's degree (business related discipline strongly preferred), or 1-2 years relevant work experience

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

Skills:

• Account Management
• Advisory
• Client Experience Branding
• Customer and Client Focus
• Oral Communications
• Active Listening
• Attention to Detail
• Client Solutions Advisory
• Issue Management
• Pipeline Management
• Causation Analysis
• Client Management
• Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines
• Risk Management
• Written Communications

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

Skills:

• Account Management
• Advisory
• Client Experience Branding
• Customer and Client Focus
• Oral Communications
• Active Listening
• Attention to Detail
• Client Solutions Advisory
• Issue Management
• Pipeline Management
• Causation Analysis
• Client Management
• Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines
• Risk Management
• Written Communications

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

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.

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.

Skills:

• Account Management

• Advisory

• Client Experience Branding

• Customer and Client Focus

• Oral Communications

• Active Listening

• Attention to Detail

• Client Solutions Advisory

• Issue Management

• Pipeline Management

• Causation Analysis

• Client Management

• Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines

• Risk Management

• Written Communications