Financial Solutions Advisor Registration Candidate Consumer Investments - Northwoods Financial Center

Bank of America • North Charleston, SC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I (FSA I), the employee begins by obtaining securities industry licenses through dedicated classes for the SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 exams. After licensing, training covers foundational advisory skills, including acquiring, building, and managing client relationships, understanding clients’ complex financial circumstances, and providing advice and solutions. After reaching key milestones, the employee works in a financial center to deliver core banking and investment solutions and client care. Successful licensed Stage I advisors typically progress to Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II, where they continue developing skills and deepening relationships within a client portfolio. The Academy provides programs, tools, and resources throughout the career journey. The position is subject to SAFE Act registration, including registration with the federal registry system and completion of the required background check and registration process; failure to obtain or maintain registration may result in termination.

The role includes structured lessons and dedicated study time to earn the SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 licenses (or Series 63 and 65 in lieu of Series 66). The SIE must be obtained within 30 days of hire, and Series 7 and Series 66 within 120 days. The employee will work with banking customers, small business owners, and higher-net-worth clients, provide comprehensive advice and client reviews or presentations, recommend strategies aligned with clients’ financial goals and life priorities, and collaborate with banking and investment partners to connect clients with Bank of America and Merrill solutions.

The position is open across the market, with the specific financial center determined by business needs. The employee will train at one financial center and may initially work in a phone-based capacity until a financial center within a reasonable commuting distance is determined, to the extent permitted by applicable law. The schedule is Monday through Friday with rotating Saturdays, 40 hours per week, on first shift.

Requirements

• Aptitude for obtaining required industry licenses.
• Must obtain the SIE within 30 days of hire and Series 7 and Series 66 within 120 days; Series 63 and 65 are accepted in lieu of Series 66.
• Must complete and maintain SAFE Act registration, including the required background check and registration process.
• Self-disciplined 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 while prioritizing client interests in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to execute multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new technology or applications.
• High school diploma, GED, secondary school diploma, or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.
• At least one year of financial services industry or sales experience.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage client relationships, assess client needs, and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Use a defined consultative approach to identify client needs and suitable financial solutions.
• Provide comprehensive advice, conduct client reviews and presentations, and recommend strategies to support clients’ financial goals and life priorities.
• Connect clients with Bank of America and Merrill banking and investment solutions by collaborating with core banking and investment partners.
• Interact with banking customers, small business owners, and higher-net-worth clients.
• Obtain and maintain required securities industry licenses and SAFE Act registration.
• Continue developing advisory skills and deepen relationships within a client portfolio after progression to Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II.

Benefits

• Affordable, competitive, and flexible benefits supporting teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness.
• World-class training and onboarding programs.
• Training and one-on-one coaching from Academy managers.
• Dedicated programs, tools, and resources through the Academy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED