Financial Solutions Advisor Registration Candidate - Northern California Market
About The Position
The Financial Solutions Advisor (FSA) Stage I role is an entry-level position focused on developing the skills needed to become a successful financial advisor. The journey begins with obtaining necessary Securities Industry licenses, including the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7, and Series 66 exams, with dedicated training and study time provided. Upon licensing, the focus shifts to learning foundational advisory skills such as acquiring, building, and managing client relationships, understanding complex financial situations, and providing advice and solutions to help clients achieve their financial goals. The role emphasizes humanizing financial interactions. After reaching key development milestones, the FSA I will work in a financial center, delivering core banking and investment solutions and providing excellent client care. The program includes stages of development, with a typical progression to Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II, where advisors grow and deepen relationships within a client portfolio. The Academy provides ongoing support through dedicated programs, tools, and resources throughout the career journey. This position is subject to SAFE Act registration requirements, which involves registering with the federal registry system and undergoing a background check. Failure to obtain or maintain SAFE Act registration may result in termination.
Requirements
- Aptitude in obtaining required industry licenses.
- Self-disciplined in managing time and capacity.
- Experience in cultivating client relationships, accessing needs and recommending solutions.
- Success creating strong peer relationships through effective communication and collaboration.
- Demonstrates a results-driven mindset while prioritizing client’s interest in a complex, fast-paced environment.
- Executes multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Learns and adapts to new technology or applications.
- Must obtain SIE within 30 days of hire.
- Must obtain Series 7 & 66 within 120 days of hire.
- High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent.
Nice To Haves
- Currently holds FINRA Securities Industry Essentials (SIE)
- Bachelor’s degree
- A minimum of one year of financial services industry or sales experience
- 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
Responsibilities
- Obtain Securities Industry licenses (SIE, Series 7, Series 66) within specified timeframes.
- Learn and apply foundational skills for client relationship management.
- Assess client financial pictures and provide appropriate advice and solutions.
- Humanize financial interactions.
- Work in a financial center to deliver core banking and investment solutions.
- Provide end-to-end comprehensive advice.
- Deliver client reviews and presentations.
- Recommend strategies to help clients achieve financial goals.
- Collaborate with core banking and investment partners.
- Connect clients to Bank of America and Merrill solutions.
- Build a network by interacting with banking customers, small business owners, and higher net worth clients.
Benefits
- Industry-leading benefits
- Access to paid time off
- Resources and support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
