Wealth Management Client Associate
Merrill Wealth Management is a leading provider of comprehensive wealth management and investment products and services for individuals, companies, and institutions. Specializing in goals-based wealth management, Merrill helps clients plan for retirement, education, legacy, and other life goals through investment advice and guidance. Financial Advisors and Wealth Management Client Associates build personal relationships with clients to help them pursue the life they envision. Our trusted advisory teams have access to the investment insights of Merrill and the banking convenience of Bank of America.
Merrill is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development, with clear in-office expectations and flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities. We value diverse skills and experiences, including those gained through military service, community college, or varied career paths, fostering resilience, leadership, and innovation.
About the role
This role provides client service support to potentially multiple Financial Advisors (FAs). Key responsibilities include supporting enterprise strategic objectives, operational excellence goals, and client advocacy within the FA's business while customizing solutions based on specific needs. The role serves as the primary point of contact within Merrill to address all service needs of clients.
Responsibilities
- Provides excellent client service by educating clients on all of the bank’s service and banking offerings.
- Ensures timeliness, accuracy, and completeness in client materials and follows up on all client and Financial Advisor (FA) requests.
- Assists with aligning practices with the bank’s policies and procedures to support operational excellence, protect clients, and manage risk.
- Identifies, deepens, and maintains client relationships by emphasizing the bank’s offerings and promoting incorporation of banking into day-to-day practices.
- Supports day-to-day team activities, including covering roles during absences or seasonal need increases, with a client-first mindset.
Requirements
- Enthusiastic, highly motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic and an intense focus on results.
- Client-centric mindset, always acting in the best interest of the client.
- Ability to learn and adapt to new information and technology platforms.
Qualifications
- Currently holds or is pursuing FINRA Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7, and/or Series 66 (63 and 65 accepted in lieu of 66).
- Industry knowledge and understanding of investment products.
- Experience working with clients, quickly fulfilling their needs, delivering complex solutions, and providing an excellent client experience.
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with evolving responsibilities.
- Detail-oriented with sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive information.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
- Strong computer application skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Salesforce.
- Professional verbal and written communication skills.
Skills
- Account Management
- Client Management
- Customer and Client Focus
- Issue Management
- Oral Communications
- Business Development
- Client Solutions Advisory
- Pipeline Management
- Prioritization
- Administrative Services
- Emotional Intelligence
- Referral Identification
- Written Communications
Qualifications
Minimum education requirement: High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent.
Schedule
- Shift: 1st shift (United States of America)
- Hours Per Week: 37.5