Financial Solutions Advisor Registration Candidate- Peninsula Market

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 licensing, you’ll learn foundational advisory skills—acquiring, building, and managing client relationships while guiding clients through their financial needs with tailored advice and solutions.

You will start in a financial center, delivering core banking and investment solutions. Upon reaching key milestones, you’ll progress to Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II, deepening client relationships and growing your portfolio. Successful advisors have opportunities to advance within Bank of America and Merrill, supported by ongoing Academy programs, tools, and resources.

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

Responsibilities

• Complete structured training to earn Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7, and Series 66 licenses within required timelines (SIE within 30 days; Series 7 and 66 within 120 days).
• Develop business knowledge using a consultative approach to identify client needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Build and manage client relationships, leveraging Bank of America’s broad customer base to grow your business.
• Provide comprehensive financial advice, deliver client reviews, and recommend strategies aligned with clients’ goals and priorities.
• Collaborate with banking and investment partners to connect clients with Bank of America and Merrill solutions.
• Interact with diverse clients, including banking customers, small business owners, and higher net worth individuals.
• Execute multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing client interests.

Requirements

• Aptitude for obtaining required industry licenses (SIE, Series 7, Series 66).
• Self-discipline in managing time and workload.
• 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 complex environment.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technology or applications.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent (minimum education requirement).

Desired Qualifications

• Currently holds FINRA Securities Industry Essentials (SIE).
• Bachelor’s degree and/or a minimum of one year of financial services industry or sales experience.

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.