Financial Solutions Advisor - West Houston Area

Bank of America • Stafford, TX

3d

About The Position

The Financial Solutions Advisor provides comprehensive advice and customized solutions to help clients achieve their financial goals. The role includes triaging client leads, referring clients to business partners based on their needs and asset thresholds, reviewing clients’ financial and investment goals, building financial plans, and recommending brokerage products. The advisor is expected to expand their knowledge by completing required licenses and training.

This position is subject to SAFE Act registration requirements. Employees engaged in residential mortgage loan origination must register with the federal registry system, complete the required background check and registration process, and remain in good standing. Failure to obtain or maintain registration may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

The position is open across the market, and the specific Financial Center location will be 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. Bank of America describes an in-office culture with role-specific flexibility based on responsibilities and business needs.

Requirements

• Currently hold Series 7 and Series 66 licenses, or Series 63 and Series 65 in lieu of Series 66. Candidates who hold either Series 63 or Series 65 may receive an offer conditional on passing the missing series within 60 days.
• At least one year of experience in the investments industry, including investment training and in-depth knowledge of investment products and services.
• At least one year of experience in the financial services industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded.
• Set and accomplish goals.
• Build and nurture strong relationships.
• Collaborate effectively with others.
• Communicate effectively and confidently and feel comfortable engaging with all clients.
• Manage goals, navigate complexity, prioritize tasks, and execute in a fast-paced environment.
• Be willing to learn, adapt to new information, and seek appropriate solutions for clients.
• Manage time and capacity efficiently.
• Incorporate relevant regulatory due diligence into daily activities and long-term client strategies.
• High school diploma, GED, secondary school qualification, or equivalent.
• Meet SAFE Act registration, background-check, and ongoing good-standing requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual Spanish-speaking ability.
• Strong computer skills and ability to multitask in a demanding environment.
• At least three years of experience in the financial services industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded.
• Additional professional designation such as Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and/or Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC).
• Insurance licenses.

Responsibilities

• Work with clients to plan short- and long-term financial goals by building financial plans using brokerage products, including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and annuities, as well as banking and money-managed solutions.
• Recommend banking and investment strategies that align with clients’ financial goals and needs.
• Triage client requests and refer clients to appropriate internal service providers based on client needs and asset thresholds.
• Mitigate and control risk as part of daily activities.
• Identify and engage potential new clients through referrals or financial center clientele.
• Provide coaching and feedback to referral partners based on knowledge of client needs and potentially suitable product services.

Benefits

• Affordable, competitive, and flexible benefits supporting teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness.

What This Job Offers

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