San Francisco, California, United States · Hybrid
$80k–$90k/yr
Job Description: 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 t…
Skills: Business Acumen, Business Development, Oral Communications, Prospecting, Wealth Planning
Napajedla, Central Moravia, Czechia · Hybrid
$80k–$90k/yr
Job Description: 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 t…
Skills: Business Acumen, Business Development, Oral Communications, Prospecting, Wealth Planning
Berkeley, California, United States · On-site
$28/hr–$33/hr
Job Description: 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 t…
Skills: Sales, Client Relationship Management, Financial Planning, Communication, Collaboration
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States · Hybrid
Job Description: At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, t…
Skills: Executive Support, Technical Troubleshooting, Incident Management, A/V Support, Customer Service
Berkeley, California, United States · On-site
$28/hr–$33/hr
Job Description: 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 t…
Skills: Sales, Client Relationship Management, Financial Planning, Communication, Collaboration
Savannah, Georgia, United States · On-site
Job Description: At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, t…
Skills: Adaptability, Business Acumen, Customer and Client Focus, Oral Communications, Problem Solving
Monterey, California, United States · Hybrid
$25/hr–$44/hr
Job Description: 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 t…
Skills: Account Management, Client Management, Customer and Client Focus, Issue Management, Oral Communications
Savannah, Georgia, United States · On-site
Job Description: At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, t…
Skills: Adaptability, Business Acumen, Customer and Client Focus, Oral Communications, Problem Solving
Lansing, Michigan, United States · On-site
Job Description: 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 t…
Skills: Financial Planning, Client Relationship Management, Investment Advice, Sales, Communication
Fairfield, California, United States · On-site
$28/hr–$33/hr
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. At Bank of America, we …
Skills: Client Experience Branding, Client Solutions Advisory, Investment Management, Pipeline Management, Referral Management
Greenville, South Carolina, United States · On-site
Job Description: At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, t…
Skills: Client Experience Branding, Client Management, Client Solutions Advisory, Customer and Client Focus, Pipeline Management
Monterey, California, United States · Hybrid
$25/hr–$44/hr
Job Description: 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 t…
Skills: Account Management, Client Management, Customer and Client Focus, Issue Management, Oral Communications
Greenville, South Carolina, United States · Hybrid
Job Description: At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, t…
Skills: Client Experience Branding, Client Management, Client Solutions Advisory, Customer and Client Focus, Pipeline Management
Lansing, Michigan, United States · On-site
Job Description: 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 t…
Skills: Financial Planning, Client Relationship Management, Investment Advice, Sales, Communication
San Antonio, Texas, United States · Hybrid
Job Description: At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, t…
Skills: Client Experience Branding, Client Management, Client Solutions Advisory, Customer and Client Focus, Pipeline Management
Fairfield, California, United States · On-site
$28/hr–$33/hr
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. At Bank of America, we …
Skills: Client Experience Branding, Client Solutions Advisory, Investment Management, Pipeline Management, Referral Management
Kennesaw, Georgia, United States · Hybrid
Job Description: At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, t…
Skills: Oracle Database, PL/SQL, SQL Tuning, Toad, Oracle Enterprise Manager
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$130k–$225k/yr
Job Description: This job is responsible for assisting with the recommendation process related to the buying, selling, or holding of financial securities and/or studying the role of government in the economy. Key respons…
Skills: Financial Modeling, Equity Research, Valuation, Financial Analysis, Investment Banking
Corona, New Mexico, United States · On-site
$28/hr–$33/hr
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 and FINRA. At Bank of America, w…
Skills: Client Experience Branding, Client Solutions Advisory, Investment Management, Pipeline Management, Referral Management
Charlotte, North Carolina, United States · Hybrid
Job Description: At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, t…
Skills: Adaptability, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Product Marketing and Branding, Project Management
San Francisco, California, United States • Hybrid
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Responsible for managing high-net-worth individuals by identifying financial needs and delivering comprehensive investment recommendations. The role involves developing a book of business through prospecting, networking, and collaborating with internal specialists.
Requires Series 7 and 66 licenses and at least one year of experience in financial services or a goal-oriented sales environment. Candidates must possess strong interpersonal skills and an entrepreneurial mindset for client sourcing.
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.
The Advisor Development Program is designed for individuals excited to make a career transition and follow their passion of becoming a Financial Advisor.
As a Merrill Advisor Development Program - Financial Advisor, you will be responsible for working with high-net worth individuals identifying needs, developing relationships, reviewing financial goals, and delivering comprehensive recommendations that align with the goals of both existing and prospective clients. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with and be mentored by Merrill Financial Advisor Teams to build upon your experience to promote portfolio growth.
Developing a book of business in order to meet and exceed established performance hurdles
Effectively prioritizes sourcing prospective clients, capitalizing on referrals, assessing customer needs, referring customers to the appropriate internal specialists, and executing highly customized solutions to meet client needs
Recommending investment products and services that are suitable for prospects based on their objectives, resources, time horizon, risk profile and preferences
Balancing investment growth, referral activities, customer follow up, prospect building, administrative compliance, and personal growth and development according to both a day-to-day and longer-term planning
Organizing and managing resources (time, people, budget) to run a productive practice
Seeking the expertise of specialists, where appropriate, to identify planning and investment strategies for a client
Completing mandated training, assessments, performance goals and continuing education requirements
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 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.
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 recommendation 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
Currently holds Series 7 & 66 (63 & 65 in lieu of 66) licenses
Minimum of one year experience working in the financial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded
Minimum of one year experience in the investments industry, including investment training and in-depth knowledge of investment products and services
Proven ability to engage with and influence others
Exceptional interpersonal and relationship building skills
Effective communication skills (written and verbal) - Proven ability to quickly build trust and credibility
Proven ability to assess needs and recommend appropriate solutions/interventions
Proven ability to work collaboratively on a team and with key partners
Proven ability to listen and probe for clarity and understanding
Goal and results oriented
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
Strong follow-through skills
Computer/technical literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Bachelor’s degree and/or a minimum of one year of financial services industry or sales experience
Learns and adapts to new technology or applications
Executes multiple tasks simultaneously
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
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. 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
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US - CA - San Francisco - 555 California St - Bofa Center - 555 California (CA5705)Pay and benefits informationPay range$80,000.00 - $90,000.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set.Formulaic incentive eligibleThis 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.BenefitsThis 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.Bank of America is one of the world's largest financial institutions, serving individuals, small- and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services. The company serves approximately 56 million U.S. consumer and small business relationships. It is among the world's leading wealth management companies and is a global leader in corporate and investment banking and trading. This LinkedIn company page is moderated. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/32FDdQr. For account issues, please visit: https://bit.ly/2GeTIeP.
Offices: 100 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202, US · 16001 Dallas Pkwy, Addison, TX 75001, US · 3123 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, US · 135 S La Salle St, Chicago, IL 60603, US · 500 W 7th St, Fort Worth, TX 76102, US
Bank of America is one of the world's largest financial institutions, serving individuals, small- and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services. The company serves approximately 56 million U.S. consumer and small business relationships. It is among the world's leading wealth management companies and is a global leader in corporate and investment banking and trading. This LinkedIn company page is moderated. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/32FDdQr. For account issues, please visit: https://bit.ly/2GeTIeP.
Offices: 100 North Tryon Street, Charlotte, NC 28202, US · 16001 Dallas Pkwy, Addison, TX 75001, US · 3123 N Scottsdale Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, US · 135 S La Salle St, Chicago, IL 60603, US · 500 W 7th St, Fort Worth, TX 76102, US
