Financial Solutions Advisor Registration Candidate - Fairfield/Concord Market

Bank of America • American Canyon, CA

20d • $29 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I (FSA I), the candidate begins by obtaining securities industry licenses through dedicated classes and study time for the SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 exams (Series 63 and 65 are accepted in lieu of Series 66). The candidate must obtain the SIE within 30 days of hire and the Series 7 and Series 66 within 120 days. After licensing, training covers acquiring, building, and managing client relationships; understanding clients’ financial circumstances; and providing advice and solutions. After meeting key milestones, the advisor works in a financial center to deliver core banking, investment solutions, and client care. The position is subject to SAFE Act registration and requires the associated background check and registration process; failure to obtain or maintain registration may result in termination.

The role includes structured training, onboarding, dedicated study time, and one-on-one coaching from Academy managers. Advisors use a consultative approach to identify client needs, provide comprehensive advice, conduct client reviews and presentations, recommend strategies, and connect clients with Bank of America and Merrill banking and investment partners. Successful Stage I advisors typically progress to Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II, where they deepen relationships within a client portfolio and may pursue other roles at Bank of America and Merrill.

The position is open across the market, and the specific financial center location will depend on business needs. The employee will train at one financial center and may initially work in a phone-based capacity until another location within reasonable commuting distance is determined, to the extent permitted by law. The schedule is Monday through Friday with rotating Saturdays, first shift, 40 hours per week. Compensation is $28.85–$33.65 per hour, determined by experience, education, and skill set. The role has a base salary and is not incentive eligible. It is benefits eligible and includes access to paid time off.

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 while prioritizing clients’ 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, or equivalent.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Currently holds the FINRA Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) credential.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or at least one year of financial services industry or sales experience.
• Skills in 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, and trading.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and maintain required securities industry licenses and SAFE Act registration.
• Cultivate, build, and manage client relationships and identify client needs.
• Use a defined consultative approach to recommend appropriate financial solutions.
• Provide comprehensive advice, deliver client reviews and presentations, and recommend strategies to help clients meet financial goals and life priorities.
• Connect clients with Bank of America and Merrill banking and investment solutions.
• Collaborate with core banking and investment partners.
• Manage a client portfolio and deepen client relationships after progressing to Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II.

Benefits

• Benefits eligibility.
• Access to paid time off.
• Resources and support for employees.
• Industry-leading benefits.

What This Job Offers

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