Financial Center Assistant Manager - Foothill-rosemead jobs at Bank Of America in United States, Pasadena

Job Description:

Merrill is committed to an in-office culture with specific requirements for office-based attendance and which allows for an appropriate level of flexibility for our teammates and businesses based on role-specific considerations.

Job Description:

This job is responsible for leading the overall service delivery model to include the bank's digital offerings and wealth management banking strategy in the market while working with the Home Office to ensure superior client service. Key responsibilities include partnering with the market leadership team, Market Executives, Resident Directors, Financial Advisors, Wealth Management Client Associates, and Wealth Management Associates to facilitate daily business needs. Job expectations include driving responsible growth while minimizing regulatory, financial, operational, and reputational risks.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Managing the branch's Wealth Management Client Associates and Service Support Staff

• Overseeing the daily operations of a Merrill branch office ensuring appropriate supervision and compliance to industry regulations, and policies and procedures

• Driving business growth byleading the service delivery model and wealth management banking strategy for their respective market

• Hiring, developing, and leading a team of cross-functional professionals to support Financial Advisor teams and deliver outstanding client service

• Coaching teams to deliver a modern, digital first service model focusing on exceeding the bank’s client service expectations and operational excellence goals

• Ensuring client service expectations are met and exceeded while balancing the risk and exposure for Merrill

• Resolving complex, escalated client service and operational needs

• Representing the office and Merrill with clients, prospects, Financial Advisor recruits, vendors, regulators, and outside legal counsel

• Proactively identifying opportunities to connect Financial Advisors and clients to the broader enterprise

Managerial Responsibilities:

This position may also have responsibilities for managing associates. At Bank of America, all managers at this level demonstrate the following responsibilities, in addition to those specific to the role, listed above.

• Manager of Process & Data: Demonstrates deep process knowledge, operational excellence and innovation through a focus on simplicity, data based decision making and continuous improvement.

• Enterprise Advocate & Communicator: Communicates enterprise decisions, purpose, and results, and connects to team strategy, priorities and contributions.

• Risk Manager: Ensures proper risk discipline, controls and culture are in place to identify, escalate and debate issues.

• People Manager & Coach: Provides inspection, coaching and feedback to motivate, differentiate and improve performance.

• Financial Steward: Actively manages expenses and budgets in alignment with objectives, making sound financial decisions.

• Enterprise Talent Leader: Assesses talent and builds bench strength for roles across the organization.

• Driver of Business Outcomes: Delivers results by effectively prioritizing, inspecting and appropriately delegating team work.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently hold SIE, Series 7 AND Series 66 (or Series 63 AND Series 65), Series 9 AND Series 10 (or Series 8) or equivalent licenses and Series 3, 31 licenses, if warranted

• Minimum of 5+ years professional experience ​

Key Qualifications for the role:

• Current or previous Merrill Wealth Management experience strongly preferred

• Self-motivated and client centric

• Expert knowledge of regulatory and supervisory requirements and corporate policies and procedures

• Investment product knowledge (i.e., 401K, Options, Annuities, Tax, Retirement Plans, Money Funds, Mutual Funds, Liabilities, Margin, Trust Operations, etc.)

• Prior trend analysis experience

• Strong customer service, problem resolution, and communication skills

• Strong management skills, including the ability to effectively plan, monitor, influence, negotiate, supervise and delegate

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience

Skills:

• Compensation Analysis

• Performance Management

• Process Performance Management

• Referral Management

• Workforce Planning

• Due Diligence

• Internal Audit Review

• Leadership Development

• Recruiting

• Risk Management

• Client Management

• Customer Service Management

• Employee Counseling

• Succession Planning

• Trade Operations Management

The following laws or regulations restrict or prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain specified criminal history for the position: FDIC; FINRA.

Job Description:
This job is responsible for serving as the first point of contact for financial center clients, helping to uncover personal banking needs of both individual and small business clients, offering appropriate solutions, and connecting clients to specialists. Key responsibilities include deepening client relationships through platform services, supporting clients with self-service or transactional activities, and providing exceptional client care. Job expectations include proactively connecting with clients through outbound calls and conducting consistent follow-up routines.Responsibilities:
• Partners with teams to provide financial center clients with both consumer and small business solutions, services, and strategies when uncovering personal banking needs and helping clients navigate their unique life priorities
• Assists, educates, and trains clients on conducting simple transactions through self-service technologies
• Leverages available resources, technologies, and processes to optimize the client experience and deliver operational excellence and accuracy
• Adheres to established processes, laws, and guidelines in performing day-to-day activities, such as opening accounts, account maintenance, and Digital Assisted Shopping
• Manages client interactions by taking the best course of action for the bank and its clients and abiding by all regulatory requirementsRequired Qualifications:
• Has a minimum of one year demonstrated sales experience in a relationship-oriented and client-centric environment. In lieu of this requirement, has previously held the role of Relationship Manager (RM), Advisor Development Program (ADP) RM, Credit Solutions Advisor (CSA I), or Relationship Manager Business Owner Specialist (RMBOS) at Bank of America for a minimum of six months.
• Is an enthusiastic, highly motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic and intense focus on results, acting in the best interest of the client.
• Collaborates effectively to get things done, building and nurturing strong relationships.
• Displays passion, commitment and drive to deliver an experience that improves our clients’ financial lives.
• Is confident in identifying solutions for helping new and existing clients based on their needs.
• Has strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Is able to communicate effectively and confidently, and is comfortable engaging all clients (in-person and by phone).
• Has the ability to learn and adapt to new information, technology platforms, handle ambiguity and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Applies strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to meet clients’ needs.
• Demonstrates effective time management skills and the ability to organize, prioritize and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Is a commissioned notary or can successfully obtain a notary commission in the state you work within four months of start date in role (five months for employees with a work location of New York, six months for employees with a work location of Nevada, eight months for employees with a work location of California or Pennsylvania).
• Can be flexible to work weekends and/or extended hours as needed.Desired Qualifications:
• An associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or a related field.
• Experience working in a financial center where goals were met or exceeded.
• Retail and/or sales experience in a salary plus incentive environment.
• Experience working in an environment with individual and/or team goals where goals were routinely met or exceeded.
• Experience with financial information, spreadsheets and financial skills.
• Knowledge of banking products and services.
• Strong computer skills including MS applications and previous experience utilizing laptop technology.Skills:
• Active Listening
• Business Acumen
• Customer and Client Focus
• Oral Communications
• Problem Solving
• Account Management
• Client Experience Branding
• Client Management
• Client Solutions Advisory
• Relationship Building
• Business Development
• Pipeline Management
• Prospecting
• Referral Identification
• Referral Management

Job Description:

The following laws or regulations restrict or prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain specified criminal history for the position: FDIC; Safe Act; Loan Originators; FINRA.

As a Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I (FSA I), your journey begins obtaining your Securities Industry licenses, where you receive dedicated and personalized classes for your Securities Industry Essentials [SIE], Series 7 and Series 66 Exams. Once you obtain your licenses, you will be taught the foundational skills needed to be an advisor – from acquiring, building and managing client relationships to considering a client’s complex financial picture and guiding them with advice and solutions to help them live their best financial lives, all while humanizing financial interactions. Once you have reached your key milestones, you will begin working in a financial center where you will help to deliver Bank of America’s core banking, investment solutions and approach to client care. We will equip you with everything you need as you move through the stages of development.

Once you have demonstrated success as a licensed Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I, you will typically progress into the next role, Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II, where you will continue to practice the skills you’ve learned by growing and deepening relationships within a portfolio of clients. As a successful Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II, you will have the opportunity to advance in many roles within Bank of America and Merrill. The Academy will support you along the way with dedicated programs, tools and resources throughout your career journey.

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 your immediate termination.

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.

• 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 120 Days - a requirement for the role.

• Build your network. Starting at a financial center, you’ll interact with banking customers, small business owners and higher net worth clients alike. 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 Stage I, you can look forward to

• Unlimited potential for financial growth.

• A strong referral base from across the business through our relationship with one in every two households.

• Managing 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.

• Opportunities to connect with experts including small business consultants, mortgage lenders and investment advisors.

We’re a culture that

• 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 relationships with prospective clients.

• 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:

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

• A bachelor’s degree, or 1-2 years’ experience working in the financial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded.

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

This job is responsible for providing specialized and personalized service offering advice and guidance to financial center clients through the full spectrum of borrowing and banking offerings at each stage of the client's life plan. Key responsibilities include acquiring new and deepening existing client relationships by conducting client meetings and presenting customized solutions to clients to help them achieve their financial goals. Job expectations include effectively balancing sales performance, operational risk, and client relationship care by leveraging specialized expertise.

Responsibilities:

• Recommends financial advice and guidance that align with client financial goals and needs
• Builds and deepens relationships with new and existing clients by leveraging the full capabilities of the bank
• Analyzes client financial needs and applies knowledge of borrowing and banking to recommend alternative or additional financial services that best align with the client's unique priorities
• Connects with clients through outreach and pipeline management activities and conducts consistent follow-up routines to meet client needs
• Makes decisions on client requests and makes referrals to appropriate internal partners based on client needs
• Partners with financial center leaders, performance managers, and market leaders to provide specialized guidance and coaching to financial center associates during meetings to assist with team delivery of an exceptional client experience

Qualifications:

• Has demonstrated experience and proven success with business-to-business sales, or small business banking.
• Has strong communication skills with the ability to effectively influence clients.
• Has effective customer service skills with ability to manage the full client end-to-end experience and problem resolution.
• Has a proven sales track record.
• Is able to build productive partnerships and working relationships.
• Is experienced with outbound phone sales.

Desired Qualifications:​

• Experience with financial information, spreadsheets and financial skills.
• Experience with in-person customer service and sales.
• Experience working with small business clients.
• Experience meeting or exceeding goals.
• A working knowledge of small business products and services.
• Bilingual skills.

Skills:

• Client Management
• Client Solutions Advisory
• Customer and Client Focus
• Referral Identification
• Risk Management
• Client Experience Branding
• Credit Documentation Requirements
• Credit and Risk Assessment
• Pipeline Management
• Referral Management
• Attention to Detail
• Collaboration
• Issue Management
• Prospecting
• Relationship Building

The following laws or regulations restrict or prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain specified criminal history for the position:

FDIC; Safe Act; Loan Originators

High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent

Job Description:

Merrill is committed to an in-office culture with specific requirements for office-based attendance and which allows for an appropriate level of flexibility for our teammates and businesses based on role-specific considerations.

This job is responsible for a wide variety of delegated compliance, administrative, and business functions to support the Merrill Wealth Management Market Executives (MEs) overall managerial and supervisory responsibilities. Key responsibilities include supporting business objectives and contributing to market profitability by influencing Financial Advisor business practices to minimize regulatory, financial, and reputational risks. Job expectations include working independently or with minimal guidance, while keeping the ME and Division Supervision Executive informed on significant matters.

What you’ll accomplish:

• Manage delegated compliance, administrative and business functions related to the Merrill Wealth Management Market Executive's overall managerial responsibilities for parent and associate offices

• This individual functions independently, or with minimal guidance, but must keep the Market Executive informed on significant matters and must determine when the Market Executive should be directly involved

• Monitor advisor and client activity including financial transactions to ensure compliance with firm and regulatory requirements and minimize risk

• Coach advisors in supporting the company strategy and continuing to grow their businesses.

Responsibilities:

• Performs, monitors, and demonstrates adherence to internal and external standards, policies, laws, rules, and regulations related to client advice and recommendations, sales practice activities, and conduct of market personnel

• Manages day-to-day Financial Advisor (FA) business needs, while ensuring adherence to the bank's compliance policies and procedures

• Coaches FAs, Client Associates (CAs), and other market personnel to drive adherence of policies and procedures related to the sales practice conduct

• Partners with FAs, CAs, and other market personnel to manage risk of business growth initiatives, ensuring alignment with the bank's enterprise risk appetite

Required Qualifications:

• Currently hold SIE, Series 7 AND Series 66 (or Series 63 AND Series 65), Series 9 AND Series 10 (or Series 8) or equivalent licenses

• Series 3, 31 licenses, if warranted

• Minimum of 5+ years professional experience

• Proven ability to manage risk, make sound decisions by having a deep understanding of industry regulations, supervisory requirements, policies/procedures, wealth management concepts, and financial services products

Key Qualifications for the role:

• Ability to speak in terms of client needs and concerns, and coach Financial Advisors on aligning solutions to goals in a suitable and controlled way

• A deep appreciation and understanding of our client centric strategy

• Strong interpersonal skills to provide coaching to Financial Advisors to mitigate risk through segmentation, disciplined investment practices, and documentation

• Strong analytical skills with ability to identify trends, root cause and effects, and implement improved processes to mitigate risk

• Demonstrated strong and effective leadership style through clear communication and collaboration with others, making sound decisions with courage and conviction

• Strong time management and organization skills with the ability to prioritize appropriately

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

• Market Supervision Manager experience, or completion of Merrill's Office Management Team Associate Development Program​

Skills:

• Decision Making

• Influence

• Negotiation

• Problem Solving

• Risk Management

• Adaptability

• Business Acumen

• Collaboration

• Oral Communications

• Relationship Building

• Business Operations Management

• Client Solutions Advisory

• Planning

• Talent Development

• Written Communications

The following laws or regulations restrict or prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain specified criminal history for the position: FDIC; FINRA.(CA only)

Job Description:
This job is responsible for managing a financial center (FC) in collaboration with senior team members, supporting the operational excellence of the FC and ensuring that all aspects run effectively and cohesively. Key responsibilities include overseeing of functions such as the smooth and efficient functioning of the teller line, day-to-day policy and procedure adherence, and improvement of financial center performance. Job expectations include ensuring that directives are implemented and taking up leadership responsibility for the financial center when teammates are absent.Responsibilities:
• Manages client traffic, engaging and appropriately routing clients, and fosters client retention
• Manages business results through formalized management routines and coaching
• Creates a world class client experience environment
• Manages market-level initiatives prescribed by market leaders
• Drives operational excellence by engaging employees on business strategy
• Manages organizational priorities and effective executionRequired Qualifications:
• Is an enthusiastic, highly motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic and intense focus on results, acting in the best interest of the client.
• Collaborates effectively to get things done, building and nurturing strong relationships.
• Displays passion, commitment and drive to deliver an experience that improves our clients’ financial lives.
• Is confident in identifying solutions for clients based on their needs and can resolve problems independently or bring in others as needed.
• Communicates effectively and confidently, and is comfortable engaging all clients.
• Has the ability to learn and adapt to new information and technology platforms.
• Applies strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to meet clients’ needs.
• Will follow established processes and guidelines in daily activities to do what is right for clients and the bank, adhering to all applicable laws and regulations.
• Can manage complexity, prioritize tasks, delegate and execute in a fast-paced environment.
• Can interpret performance results, find opportunities to drive success and hold others accountable to results.
• Can be flexible to work weekends and/or extended hours as needed.Desired Qualifications:
• Experience in financial services and knowledge of financial services industry, products and solutions.
• Experience in mortgage, retail or hospitality.
• Experience working in an environment with individual and team goals where goals were routinely met or exceeded.
• Bilingual skills.Skills:
• Customer Service Management
• Performance Management
• Coaching
• Customer and Client Focus
• Talent Development
• Risk Management
• Sales Performance Management
• Business Operations Management
• Recruiting
• Result Orientation
• Referral Management
• Leadership Development
• Inclusive Leadership
• Prioritization
• Problem Solving

Job Description:

Job Description:

This job is responsible for providing diverse and confidential administrative support, including extensive calendar management. Key responsibilities include supporting management with administrative tasks, coordinating travel arrangements, processing expenses, gathering and reporting information relevant to/for the executive, and responding to incoming mail. Job expectations may include assisting with organizing in-person meetings and off-sites and managing different and conflicting objectives, projects, or activities in a responsive and personable manner.

Responsibilities:

• Communicates with executives and line management to gather and convey relevant information
• Answers manager's phone line, documenting accurate messages, and handling calls with appropriate judgment
• Manages the calendar of multiple executives proactively, effectively resolving conflicts that arise in a professional manner
• Arranges and handles details related to travel arrangements, expense reports, meetings, and appointments
• Prepares meeting minutes and related meeting documents, utilizing written and oral communication skills
• Prepares correspondence, reports, and forms for leaders, following interaction with internal and/or external customers to answer questions, research, and resolve problems

Desired Skills

• 1+ years professional, Client focused or relevant internship experience required
• Strong client service & technical skills (MS Word & Excel)
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong leadership abilities, time management and organization skills
• Ability to commit to and follow through with the execution of multiple and often competing priorities to meet deadlines
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Prior knowledge of financial products, policies & procedures is highly preferred
• Experience supporting a senior level manager within the financial services field or relevant internship experience Knowledge of wealth management tools preferred

Minimum Education Requirement:High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent

Skills:

• Administrative Services
• Attention to Detail
• Customer and Client Focus
• Planning
• Prioritization
• Adaptability
• Collaboration
• Event Planning
• Office Administration
• Problem Solving
• Facilities Management
• Oral Communications
• Recording/Organizing Information
• Research
• Written Communications

**The following laws or regulations restrict or prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain specified criminal history for the position: FDIC; FINRA