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Financial Solutions Advisor Registration Candidate - Greater St. Louis Market

Bank of America · St Louis, Missouri, United States · Today
ConsultingFull-time

This position is subject to specific legal and regulatory restrictions on hiring individuals with certain criminal histories, including requirements under the FDIC, SAFE Act, Loan Originators, and FINRA regulations.

About the role

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to 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 and personalized training. Once licensed, you will learn the foundational skills needed to advise clients—from building relationships to guiding them with tailored financial solutions.

After reaching key milestones, you will work in a financial center, delivering core banking and investment solutions. Successful performance may lead to progression into the Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II role, with further opportunities for advancement within Bank of America and Merrill.

This role requires SAFE Act registration, including a background check and federal registry submission. Failure to maintain registration may result in termination.

Responsibilities

  • Obtain Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7, and Series 66 licenses within specified timelines (SIE within 30 days, Series 7 and 66 within 120 days).
  • Develop foundational advisory skills, including client acquisition, relationship management, and financial planning.
  • Deliver comprehensive financial advice, conduct client reviews, and recommend strategies to meet financial goals.
  • Collaborate with banking and investment partners to connect clients with Bank of America and Merrill solutions.
  • Leverage relationships with a broad client base, including banking customers, small business owners, and higher net worth clients.
  • Grow and deepen client relationships within a defined portfolio.
  • Use a consultative approach to systematically identify client needs and provide appropriate solutions.
  • Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing client interests.

Requirements

  • Aptitude for obtaining required industry licenses.
  • Self-discipline in managing time and workload.
  • Experience in 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.
  • Ability to execute multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to new technology.

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent (minimum education requirement).
  • Bachelor’s degree and/or a minimum of one year of financial services industry or sales experience (desired).
  • Currently holds FINRA Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) (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).

Training will occur at a designated financial center, followed by a potential phone-based role until a permanent financial center location is assigned within a reasonable commuting distance.

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