Financial Solutions Advisor Registration Candidate - Sarasota South Market

About the role

As a Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I (FSA I), your journey begins with obtaining your Securities Industry licenses, including dedicated and personalized classes for your Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7, and Series 66 Exams. Once licensed, you will learn the foundational skills needed to be an advisor—from acquiring, building, and managing client relationships to considering a client’s complex financial picture and guiding them with advice and solutions.

You will work in a financial center delivering Bank of America’s core banking, investment solutions, and client care. The role includes structured development stages, with progression to Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II upon demonstrating success. This position is subject to SAFE Act registration requirements, including background checks and federal registry system registration.

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).
• Build and manage client relationships using a consultative approach to identify needs and recommend solutions.
• Deliver end-to-end financial advice, including client reviews and presentations, to help clients achieve their financial goals.
• Collaborate with core banking and investment partners to connect clients with Bank of America and Merrill solutions.
• Grow business knowledge through structured training and coaching from Academy managers.
• Leverage relationships with one out of two U.S. households to expand your client network.
• Execute multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing client interests.

Requirements

• Aptitude for obtaining required industry licenses.
• Self-discipline in managing time and capacity.
• 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.
• 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 – Fridays and rotating Saturdays. 1st shift, 40 hours per week.