Merrill Team Financial Advisor

Bank of America•Midland, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Merrill Wealth Management is a leading provider of comprehensive wealth management and investment products and services for individuals, companies, and institutions. Merrill Wealth Management is one of the largest businesses of its kind in the world specializing in goals-based wealth management, including planning for retirement, education, legacy, and other life goals through investment advice and guidance. Merrill’s Financial Advisors and Wealth Management Client Associates help clients pursue the life they envision through a personal relationship with their advisory team committed to their needs. We believe trust comes from transparency. Our trusted advisory teams are equipped with access to the investment insights of Merrill coupled with the banking convenience of Bank of America. Merrill is committed to an in-office culture with specific requirements for office-based attendance and which allows for an appropriate level of flexibility for our teammates and businesses based on role-specific considerations. At Merrill, we empower you to bring your whole self to work. We value diversity in our thoughts, business, and within our employees and clients. Our Wealth Management team represents an array of different backgrounds and bring their unique perspectives, ideas and experiences, helping to create a work community that is culture driven, resilient, results focused and effective. Merrill Team Financial Advisor Business Development Program The Merrill Wealth Management Team Financial Advisor (TFA) engages in: Developing a book of business in order to meet and exceed the required performance hurdles Effectively sourcing prospective clients, capitalizing on referrals, assessing customer needs, referring customers to the appropriate service provider, and executing highly customized solutions to meet the customer needs Recommending investment products and services that are suitable for prospects and clients based on their objectives, resources, time horizon, risk profile and preferences Balancing investment growth, referral activities, customer follow up, prospect building, administrative compliance and personal growth and development according to both a day-to-day and longer-term plan Planning and managing resources (time, people, budget) to run a productive practice Seeking the expertise of specialists, where appropriate, to identify planning and investment strategies for a client Establishing and maintaining relationship with the management team and informing management of any circumstances that require supervisory attention/review/approval as per compliance guidelines and policies Completing mandated training, assessments, performance goals and continuing education requirements The TFA engages in all of the above activities with the support and mentorship of a Financial Advisor Team. The Team Financial Advisor receives: The strength and name recognition of Merrill and Bank of America. World class training throughout their career with Merrill Wealth Management State of the art software programs to assist in your success Access to a full array of investment and banking products for your clients Coaches or mentors located within your office to work with you towards your success Ideal candidates: The Team Financial Advisor Development Program is designed for individuals ready to make a career transition and follow their passion of becoming a Financial Advisor. Successful candidates have at least three years of full time sales experience in ever more challenging environments. The sales experience should include the successful use of outbound sales techniques to exceed sales goals. Financial acumen gained through work experience is ideal.

Requirements

Proven ability to engage with and influence others
Exceptional interpersonal and relationship building skills
Effective communication skills (written and verbal) - Proven ability to quickly build trust and credibility
Proven ability to assess needs of clients and recommend appropriate solutions/interventions
Proven ability to work collaboratively on a team and with key partners
Proven ability to listen and probe for clarity and understanding
Goal and results oriented
Ability to source clients through prospecting and networking
Ability to work in an environment where the majority of your compensation is tied to your performance
Strong follow-through skills
Computer/technical literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel
At least three years of full time sales experience in ever more challenging environments.
The sales experience should include the successful use of outbound sales techniques to exceed sales goals.

Nice To Haves

Financial acumen gained through work experience is ideal.
At minimum a Bachelor’s Degree
Demonstrated track record of success
Proficiency in using Sales Force / Client Relationship Manager Tool
Strong understanding of the Financial Advisor role

Responsibilities

Developing a book of business in order to meet and exceed the required performance hurdles
Effectively sourcing prospective clients, capitalizing on referrals, assessing customer needs, referring customers to the appropriate service provider, and executing highly customized solutions to meet the customer needs
Recommending investment products and services that are suitable for prospects and clients based on their objectives, resources, time horizon, risk profile and preferences
Balancing investment growth, referral activities, customer follow up, prospect building, administrative compliance and personal growth and development according to both a day-to-day and longer-term plan
Planning and managing resources (time, people, budget) to run a productive practice
Seeking the expertise of specialists, where appropriate, to identify planning and investment strategies for a client
Establishing and maintaining relationship with the management team and informing management of any circumstances that require supervisory attention/review/approval as per compliance guidelines and policies
Completing mandated training, assessments, performance goals and continuing education requirements
Acquire clients through personalized marketing techniques to meet minimum performance hurdles.
Obtain necessary licensing and registrations (Series 7 and Series 66 and Insurance).
Complete the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) Investment Planning Course and the Financial Planning course.
Successfully complete ongoing Developmental Assessments throughout the training.
Meet the performance and development requirements of the Financial Advisor Development Program and transition to a full Financial Advisor at the conclusion of the program.