Wealth Management Client Associate

Bank of America • Lancaster, CA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Merrill Wealth Management provides wealth management and investment products and services to individuals, companies, and institutions. Wealth Management Client Associates support potentially multiple Financial Advisors by providing client service, supporting operational excellence and strategic objectives, and advocating for clients. They are often the primary Merrill point of contact for clients’ service needs and tailor solutions to the needs of the advisor’s business. The role is based in an in-office culture, with flexibility determined by role responsibilities and business needs. Internal employees currently working from home may apply, but selected candidates may be required to work onsite under the workplace excellence policy.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, secondary school diploma, or equivalent.
• Enthusiastic, highly motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic and a strong focus on results.
• Client-centric mindset and commitment to acting in the client’s best interest.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new information and technology platforms.

Nice To Haves

• Currently holds or is pursuing FINRA Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7, and/or Series 66; Series 63 and Series 65 are accepted in lieu of Series 66.
• Industry knowledge and understanding of investment products.
• Experience working with clients, promptly fulfilling their needs, delivering complex solutions, and providing an excellent client experience.
• Comfort operating in a fast-paced environment with changing and evolving responsibilities.
• Attention to detail.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
• Sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive information.
• Strong computer application skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Salesforce.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Skills in account management, client management, customer and client focus, issue management, oral communications, business development, client solutions advisory, pipeline management, prioritization, administrative services, emotional intelligence, referral identification, and written communications.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent client service by educating clients about the bank’s service and banking offerings.
• Ensure client materials are timely, accurate, and complete, and follow up on client and Financial Advisor requests.
• Help ensure practices align with bank policies and procedures to support operational excellence, protect clients, and manage risk.
• Identify, deepen, and maintain client relationships by emphasizing the bank’s offerings and incorporating banking into day-to-day practices, and communicate outcomes to the Financial Advisor.
• Support day-to-day team activities and needs, including covering roles during absences or seasonal increases in need, while maintaining a client-first mindset.

What This Job Offers

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