Financial Solutions Advisor - Central LA

This position is subject to regulatory restrictions under FDIC, SAFE Act, Loan Originators, and FINRA, which may limit or prohibit hiring individuals with certain criminal histories.

About the role

At Bank of America, we help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We drive Responsible Growth by delivering for our clients, teammates, communities, and shareholders. We foster an inclusive workplace where every teammate can succeed, build a career, and contribute to our shared success. We value diverse backgrounds and career paths—including military service, community college education, and varied work and life experiences—as they strengthen our workforce and benefit the communities we serve.

This role provides comprehensive advice and customized financial solutions to clients to help them achieve their financial goals. Responsibilities include triaging client leads, making referrals to business partners, reviewing financial and investment goals, building financial plans, and recommending brokerage products. This position requires SAFE Act registration, including a background check and federal registry system registration. Failure to maintain SAFE Act registration may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Responsibilities

• Works with clients to plan short- and long-term financial goals by building a financial plan with brokerage products, including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, annuities, and banking or money-managed solutions.
• Recommends banking and investment strategies aligned 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 recommended product services.

Requirements

• 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 may be extended with the condition that a passing score is received for the missing series within 60 days.
• At least one year of experience in the investments industry, including investment training and in-depth knowledge of investment products and services.
• At least one year of experience in the financial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded.

Qualifications

• Sets and accomplishes goals, achieving what you put your mind to.
• Builds and nurtures strong relationships.
• Collaborates effectively with others to get things done.
• Communicates effectively and confidently, comfortable engaging all clients.
• Manages goals, navigates complexity, prioritizes tasks, and executes in a fast-paced environment.
• Adapts to new information, seeks solutions for clients, and enjoys learning.
• Efficiently manages time and capacity.
• Thorough and thoughtful in incorporating relevant regulatory due diligence into daily activities and long-term client strategies.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong computer skills with the ability to multitask in a demanding environment.
• At least three years of experience in the financial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded.
• Additional professional designations such as Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and/or Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC).
• 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

Schedule

• Monday–Friday with open availability required, plus some Saturdays.
• 40 hours per week, 1st shift.

Education

Minimum requirement: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent secondary school education.

This position is open for the entire market. Training will occur at one financial center, followed by a potential phone-based role until a permanent financial center location is assigned within a reasonable commuting distance of your home, as permitted by applicable law.