Financial Solutions Advisor Registration Candidate - Arroyo Grande Financial Center
This position is subject to regulatory restrictions or prohibitions on hiring individuals with certain criminal histories under FDIC, SAFE Act, Loan Originator, and FINRA regulations.
About the role
At Bank of America, we help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. As a Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I (FSA I), you will begin by obtaining your Securities Industry licenses (SIE, Series 7, and Series 66) through dedicated, personalized training. After licensure, you’ll develop foundational advisory skills—building client relationships, assessing financial needs, and providing tailored advice and solutions. You’ll work in a financial center, delivering core banking and investment services while progressing through structured development stages.
Upon demonstrating success, you’ll advance to Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II, deepening client relationships within a portfolio. The Bank of America Academy provides ongoing support, tools, and resources to guide your career growth. This role requires SAFE Act registration, including a background check and federal registry compliance.
Responsibilities
- Complete Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7, and Series 66 exams within required timelines (SIE within 30 days, Series 7 and 66 within 120 days of hire).
- Develop foundational advisory skills, including client acquisition, relationship management, and financial planning guidance.
- Deliver comprehensive financial advice, conduct client reviews, and recommend strategies aligned with clients’ goals.
- Collaborate with banking and investment partners to connect clients with Bank of America and Merrill solutions.
- Leverage relationships with one out of two U.S. households to grow your client base.
- Adopt a consultative approach to identify client needs and propose appropriate financial solutions.
- Interact with banking customers, small business owners, and higher net-worth clients in a financial center setting.
- Maintain SAFE Act registration and compliance with federal requirements.
Requirements
- Aptitude for obtaining required industry licenses (SIE, Series 7, Series 66).
- Self-discipline in time management and capacity planning.
- Experience cultivating client relationships, assessing needs, and recommending solutions.
- Ability to build strong peer relationships through effective communication and collaboration.
- Results-driven mindset with a focus on client interests in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to execute multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to new technologies.
- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent (minimum education requirement).
Qualifications
- Currently holds FINRA Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) (desired).
- Bachelor’s degree and/or a minimum of one year of financial services industry or sales experience (desired).
Skills
- Client Experience Branding
- Client Solutions Advisory
- Investment Management
- Pipeline Management
- Referral Management
- Client Management
- Customer and Client Focus
- Portfolio Management
- Prospecting
- Referral Identification
- Business Acumen
- Executive Presence
- Oral Communications
- Risk Management
- Trading
Schedule
- Monday – Friday with rotating Saturdays.
- 1st shift.
- 40 hours per week.