Financial Solutions Advisor - Austin Area

Bank of America • Temple, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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

This role is subject to SAFE Act registration requirements. Employees engaged in residential loan mortgage originations 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 SAFE Act registration may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

The position follows an in-office culture. It is open across the market, and the specific Financial Center location will be based on 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 of home is determined, to the extent permitted by applicable law. The schedule is Monday through Friday with rotating Saturdays, on the first shift, for 40 hours per week.

Requirements

• Currently hold Series 7 and Series 66 licenses, or Series 63 and Series 65 in lieu of Series 66. Candidates holding only Series 63 or Series 65 may receive an offer conditional on passing the missing series exam 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.
• Ability to set and accomplish goals.
• Ability to build and nurture strong relationships.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with others.
• Effective and confident communication skills and comfort engaging with all clients.
• Ability to manage goals, navigate complexity, prioritize tasks, and execute in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to learn, adapt to new information, and seek appropriate solutions for clients.
• Ability to manage time and capacity efficiently.
• Thoroughness and thoughtfulness in incorporating relevant regulatory due diligence into daily activities and long-term client strategies.
• High School Diploma, GED, Secondary School, or equivalent.
• Must meet SAFE Act registration requirements, including the required background check and registration process, and maintain good standing.

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 designations 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 their 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 recommended product services.
• Complete required licenses and training.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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