Financial Solutions Advisor - Registration Candidate - Northeast Houston Area

Bank of America • New Caney, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I (FSA I) role begins with dedicated training to obtain Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7, and Series 66 licenses (Series 63 and 65 are accepted in lieu of Series 66). After licensing, the advisor learns foundational skills for acquiring, building, and managing client relationships, assessing clients’ financial circumstances, and guiding them with advice and solutions. After reaching key milestones, the advisor works in a financial center to provide core banking and investment solutions and client care. The Academy provides training, tools, and resources throughout the role and career journey.

Successful licensed Stage I advisors typically progress to Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II, where they continue developing client relationships within a portfolio. Successful Stage II advisors may have opportunities to advance into other roles at Bank of America and Merrill.

The position is subject to SAFE Act registration requirements. The employee must complete the required registration and background-check process and maintain good standing; failure to obtain or maintain registration may result in termination. The position is in-office, with the assigned financial center based on business needs. An employee may initially train at one center and potentially begin in a phone-based capacity until another center within a reasonable commuting distance is determined, to the extent permitted by law.

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.
• A 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.
• Obtain the SIE within 30 days of hire and the Series 7 and Series 66 within 120 days; Series 63 and 65 are accepted in lieu of Series 66.
• Complete and maintain SAFE Act registration and pass the required background-check and registration process.

Nice To Haves

• Currently holds the FINRA Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) qualification.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or at least one year of financial services industry or sales experience.
• Spanish-speaking ability.

Responsibilities

• Obtain the required SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 licenses (or Series 63 and 65 in lieu of Series 66) within the stated timeframes.
• Acquire, build, and manage client relationships.
• Assess client needs and complex financial circumstances, and recommend appropriate advice and solutions.
• Provide comprehensive advice, conduct client reviews and presentations, and recommend strategies to help clients achieve financial goals and life priorities.
• Work in a financial center to deliver core banking, investment solutions, and client care.
• Collaborate with core banking and investment partners and connect clients with Bank of America and Merrill solutions.
• Manage multiple tasks while adapting to new technology and applications.

Benefits

• Affordable, competitive, and flexible benefits supporting physical, emotional, and financial wellness.
• World-class training and onboarding programs.
• Training and one-on-one coaching from Academy managers.
• Structured lessons and dedicated study time for required securities licenses.

What This Job Offers

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