Merrill Advisor Development Program - Financial Advisor: Greater Orange County Market

We’ll Help You:

• Build a successful career at Bank of America through world-class training and onboarding programs that set you up for success.
• Get training and one-on-one coaching from our award-winning Academy at Bank of America and local leadership who are invested in your success.
• Grow your business knowledge by using a defined consultative approach to systematically identify client needs and appropriate solutions.
• Provide end-to-end comprehensive advice, deliver client reviews/presentations with confidence, and recommend strategies to help achieve their financial goals and life priorities.
• Collaborate with core banking and investment partners. Connect to all the solutions we provide through Bank of America and Merrill to meet virtually all their financial needs.

Responsibilities:

• Handles inbound inquiries from leads regarding Merrill offerings
• Positions the extensive capabilities of Merrill and Bank of America
• Collects the necessary client profile data, following standard KYC procedures to open account(s) as appropriate
• Serves as interim Financial Advisor, providing recommendations of investment products and services that are suitable for prospects and clients based on their objectives, resources, time horizon, risk profile, and preferences, as well as servicing client accounts
• Documents all client interactions and opportunities within Salesforce accurately

Required Qualifications:

• Currently holds Series 7 and 66 (or the equivalent 63 and 65 in lieu of 66) licenses
• Minimum of one year of experience in the investments industry, including investment training and in-depth knowledge of investment products and services
• Minimum of one year of experience working in the financial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded
• Proven ability to engage with and influence others
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship building skills with a proven ability to quickly build trust and credibility
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proven ability to listen and probe for clarity and understanding; assess needs; and recommend appropriate solutions/interventions
• Proven ability to work collaboratively on a team and with key partners
• Goal and results-oriented with strong follow-through skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proven ability to source clients through extensive prospecting and networking
• Ability to work in an environment where the majority of your compensation is tied to your performance
• Possess computer/technical literacy and is proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or a minimum of one year of financial services industry or sales experience
• Track record of quickly learning and adapting to new technologies, systems, and digital tools
• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment

Skills:

• Business Acumen
• Business Development
• Oral Communications
• Prospecting
• Wealth Planning
• Analytical Thinking
• Client Experience Branding
• Client Investments Management
• Portfolio Analysis
• Risk Management
• Active Listening
• Client Solutions Advisory
• Emotional Intelligence
• Referral Management
• Trading

Minimum Education Requirement:

• High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent

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. 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; and FINRA.

Shift:

• 1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week:

• 40

Pay Transparency Details

US - CA - Brea - 145 S STATE COLLEGE BLVD - BREA PLACE (CA7800), US - CA - Irvine - 100 Spectrum Center Dr (CA6813), US - CA - Newport Beach - 520 Newport Center Dr - Newport Beach 520 NCD (CA6814)

Pay and Benefits Information

Pay Range:

• $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education, and skill set.

Formulaic Incentive Eligible:

• This role is eligible to participate in a formulaic incentive plan. Employees are eligible for incentives as detailed by the specific line of business incentive plan provisions. Formulaic plans may be comprised of monthly, quarterly, and/or annual incentive opportunities. Incentives are earned based on the employee’s performance against defined metrics.

Benefits:

• This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources, and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.