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Financial Solutions Advisor Registration Candidate - Southern OC Market

Bank of America · Mission Viejo, CA · 1 wk ago
Information TechnologyFull-time

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 classes. After licensing, you’ll learn foundational advisory skills—acquiring, building, and managing client relationships while guiding clients through their complex 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 within a portfolio. Successful performance opens opportunities across Bank of America and Merrill.

The Academy provides structured programs, tools, and resources to support your career growth. This role requires SAFE Act registration, including a background check. Failure to maintain registration may result in termination.

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).
  • Develop business knowledge using a consultative approach to identify client needs and recommend solutions.
  • Build and manage client relationships, leveraging Bank of America’s extensive network (serving one in two U.S. households).
  • Provide end-to-end financial advice, conduct client reviews, and recommend strategies aligned with financial goals.
  • Collaborate with banking and investment partners to connect clients with Bank of America and Merrill solutions.
  • Interact with banking customers, small business owners, and higher-net-worth clients to grow your business.

Requirements

  • Aptitude for obtaining required industry licenses.
  • 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 fast-paced environment.
  • Capacity to execute multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to new technologies.
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent (minimum education requirement).

Desired Qualifications

  • Current FINRA Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) license.
  • Bachelor’s degree and/or at least one year of financial services 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 temporary phone-based role until a permanent financial center location is assigned within a reasonable commuting distance.

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