Financial Solutions Advisor Registration Candidate - North OC Market

Bank of America • Anaheim, CA

11d • $29 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

The Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I (FSA I) begins by obtaining securities industry licenses through dedicated classes for the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7, and Series 66 exams. After licensing, the advisor receives foundational training in acquiring, building, and managing client relationships; understanding clients’ financial situations; and providing advice and solutions. After reaching key milestones, the advisor works in a financial center to deliver core banking, investment solutions, and client care. The role includes structured training, coaching, and ongoing development through the Academy. Successful licensed Stage I advisors typically progress to Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II, where they grow and deepen relationships within a client portfolio, with opportunities to advance into other roles at Bank of America and Merrill.

The position is subject to SAFE Act registration requirements, including registration with the federal registry system and a required background check. Employees must obtain and maintain SAFE Act registration; failure to do so may result in immediate termination. This position is open across the North OC market. The specific financial center is determined by business needs. The advisor will train at one financial center and may initially work in a phone-based capacity until a financial center location within a reasonable commuting distance is determined, as permitted by applicable law.

The schedule is Monday through Friday with rotating Saturdays, first shift, and 40 hours per week. The role is based in the US-CA-Anaheim market. The hourly pay range is $28.85–$33.65, with offers based on experience, education, and skill set. Compensation is a base salary and is not incentive eligible. The role is benefits eligible.

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.
• 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.
• High school diploma, GED, secondary school education, or equivalent.
• Ability to meet SAFE Act registration and background-check requirements.

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.
• 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

• Use a defined consultative approach to identify client needs and appropriate solutions.
• Build and manage client relationships, considering clients’ financial circumstances and goals.
• Provide comprehensive financial advice, conduct client reviews and presentations, and recommend strategies aligned with clients’ financial goals and priorities.
• Deliver Bank of America’s core banking, investment solutions, and client care in a financial center.
• Collaborate with core banking and investment partners to connect clients with Bank of America and Merrill solutions.
• Develop business relationships with banking customers, small business owners, and higher-net-worth clients.
• Obtain the required SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 licenses (or accepted Series 63 and 65 in lieu of Series 66) within the stated timeframes.
• Register and remain in good standing under SAFE Act requirements.
• Manage multiple tasks and prioritize client interests in a complex, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Benefits eligibility.
• Access to paid time off.
• Affordable, competitive, and flexible benefits supporting physical, emotional, and financial wellness.
• Training and onboarding programs, one-on-one coaching, and dedicated career-development resources.

What This Job Offers

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