Advisor Development Program Financial Solutions Advisor Trainee-Elmhurst South, IL

Company: Bank of America
Location: Elmhurst
Posted on: May 14, 2022

Job Description:

Advisor Development Program Financial Solutions Advisor Trainee-Elmhurst South, ILElmhurst, Illinois**Job Description:**At Bank of America, we're creating real, meaningful relationships with individuals and businesses across the country. Each day, we connect with 67 million clients through a growing specialist workforce and our world-class digital platform. With each relationship and connection, we are looking to provide care and guidance for our clients when they need us most - whether they are just starting out, buying a home, building a family or planning for retirement. As part of our commitment, we are looking for the next generation of Financial Advisors-those with a passion for growing a long-term career and a drive to make our clients' financial lives better.If you are an individual who is passionate about helping clients reach their financial goals, join Bank of America's **Advisor Development Program** and become an investment specialist in one of over 4,000 financial center locations nationwide. From day one, you will receive training from our-award winning **Academy at Bank of America** , including hands-on practice, personalized coaching and dedicated support throughout your on-boarding experience. **The Academy** offers a defined path to becoming an advisor through a multi-stage training program, one that provides you with the necessary experience and skills to succeed in your role and throughout your career journey.As a **Financial Solutions Advisor Trainee in the Advisor Development Program,** your journey begins obtaining your Securities Industry licenses, where you receive dedicated and personalized classes for your Securities Industry Essentials [SIE], Series 7 and Series 66 Exams. Once you obtain your licenses, you will be taught the foundational skills needed to be an advisor - from acquiring, building and managing client relationships to considering a client's complex financial picture and guiding them with advice and solutions to help them live their best financial lives, all while humanizing financial interactions. Once you have reached your key milestones, you will begin working in a financial center where you will help to deliver Bank of America's core banking, investment solutions and focus on client care. We will equip you with everything you need as you move through the stages of development and move into the Merrill Financial Advisor role located in a Merrill Office.During this stage of your journey, you will receive the necessary training and guidance through a defined path to become the financial advisor you want to be. You will have the opportunity to work with both affluent and high net worth clients, identifying needs, developing relationships, reviewing investment goals, and preparing investment recommendations that align with the goals of both existing and prospective clients. Once you have honed your skills and demonstrated success as a FSA, you typically will progress into the next stage of training and development as a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor. The FSA Trainee in the Advisor Development Program role provides the opportunity to pursue a career within Merrill Wealth Management.**The Academy** will support you along the way with dedicated programs, tools and resources throughout your career journey.As a **Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I (FSA I)** , your journey begins obtaining your Securities Industry licenses, where you receive dedicated and personalized classes for your Securities Industry Essentials [SIE], Series 7 and Series 66 Exams. Once you obtain your licenses, you will be taught the foundational skills needed to be an advisor - from acquiring, building and managing client relationships to considering a client's complex financial picture and guiding them with advice and solutions to help them live their best financial lives, all while humanizing financial interactions. Once you have reached your key milestones, you will begin working in a financial center where you will help to deliver Bank of America's core banking, investment solutions and approach to client care. We will equip you with everything you need as you move through the stages of developmentOnce you have demonstrated success as a licensed Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I, you will typically progress into the next role, Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II, where you will continue to practice the skills you've learned by growing and deepening relationships within a portfolio of clients. As a successful Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II, you will have the opportunity to advance in many roles within Bank of America and Merrill. The Academy will support you along the way with dedicated programs, tools and resources throughout your career journey.This position is subject to SAFE Act registration requirements. Pursuant to the SAFE Act requirements, all employees engaged in residential loan mortgage originations must register with the federal registry system and remain in good standing. Since your position requires SAFE Act registration, you will be required to register and to submit to the required SAFE Act background check and registration process. Failure to obtain and/or maintain SAFE Act registration may result in your immediate termination.**We'll help you**--- **Build a successful career** at Bank of America through world-class training and on-boarding programs that set you up for success.--- **Get training and one-on-one coaching** from Academy managers who are invested in your success.--- **Grow your business knowledge** by using a defined consultative approach with clients to systematically identify client needs and appropriate solutions.--- **Earn your Security Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7 and Series 66 licenses** (63 & 65 accepted, in lieu of 66) though structured lessons and dedicated study time. You must obtain your **SIE** within 30 days of being hired & your **Series 7 & 66** within 120 Days - a requirement for the role.--- **Build your network.** Starting at a financial center, you'll interact with banking customers, small business owners and higher net worth clients alike. You'll be able to leverage our relationships with one out of two households in the U.S. to help eventually grow your business.--- **Provide end-to-end comprehensive advice,** deliver client reviews/presentations with confidence and recommend strategies to help clients achieve their financial goals and life priorities.--- **Collaborate with core banking and investment partners.** Connect clients to all of the solutions we provide through Bank of America and Merrill to meet virtually all of their financial needs.**As a Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I, you can look forward to**--- Unlimited potential for financial growth.--- A strong referral base from across the business through our relationship with one in every two households.--- Managing a portfolio of clients by providing exceptional client care with industry leading products, services, and education.--- Robust marketing support to reach wider audiences with greater appeal.--- Ongoing professional development to deepen your skills and optimize your practice as the industry evolves and changes.--- Opportunities to connect with experts including small business consultants, mortgage lenders and investment advisors.**We're a culture that**--- Believes in responsible growth and has a proven dedication to supporting the communities we serve.--- Provides continuous training and developmental opportunities to help people achieve their goals, whatever their background or experience.--- Believes diversity makes us stronger, so we can reflect, connect to and meet the diverse needs of our clients and customers around the world.--- Is committed to advancing our tools, technology, and ways of working. We always put our clients first to meet their evolving needs.**Required skills:**--- Sets and accomplishes goals, achieving whatever you put your mind to.--- Is comfortable in a sales role, finding ways to nurture strong relationships with prospective clients.--- Communicates clearly and confidently with clients from all walks of life.--- Works well with others and collaborates productively to get things done.--- Can manage complexity, prioritize tasks and execute in a fast-paced environment.--- Likes to learn on your feet, adapting to new information and seeking the right solutions for clients.--- Efficiently manages your time and capacity.--- Is thorough and will incorporate relevant regulatory due diligence into daily to-do's and long-term strategies for clients.**Desired skills:**--- Strong computer skills with an ability to multitask in a demanding environment.--- A bachelor's degree, or 1-2 years' experience working in the financial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded.--- Experience assessing client needs, identifying/recommending solutions, and building/managing client relationships.**Job Band:**H6**Shift:**1st shift (United States of America)**Hours Per Week:**40**Weekly Schedule:**?Monday-Friday with rotating Saturdays**Referral Bonus Amount:**0**Job Description:**At Bank of America, we're creating real, meaningful relationships with individuals and businesses across the country. Each day, we connect with 67 million clients through a growing specialist workforce and our world-class digital platform. With each relationship and connection, we are looking to provide care and guidance for our clients when they need us most - whether they are just starting out, buying a home, building a family or planning for retirement. As part of our commitment, we are looking for the next generation of Financial Advisors-those with a passion for growing a long-term career and a drive to make our clients' financial lives better.If you are an individual who is passionate about helping clients reach their financial goals, join Bank of America's **Advisor Development Program** and become an investment specialist in one of over 4,000 financial center locations nationwide. From day one, you will receive training from our-award winning **Academy at Bank of America** , including hands-on practice, personalized coaching and dedicated support throughout your on-boarding experience. **The Academy** offers a defined path to becoming an advisor through a multi-stage training program, one that provides you with the necessary experience and skills to succeed in your role and throughout your career journey.As a **Financial Solutions Advisor Trainee in the Advisor Development Program,** your journey begins obtaining your Securities Industry licenses, where you receive dedicated and personalized classes for your Securities Industry Essentials [SIE], Series 7 and Series 66 Exams. Once you obtain your licenses, you will be taught the foundational skills needed to be an advisor - from acquiring, building and managing client relationships to considering a client's complex financial picture and guiding them with advice and solutions to help them live their best financial lives, all while humanizing financial interactions. Once you have reached your key milestones, you will begin working in a financial center where you will help to deliver Bank of America's core banking, investment solutions and focus on client care. We will equip you with everything you need as you move through the stages of development and move into the Merrill Financial Advisor role located in a Merrill Office.During this stage of your journey, you will receive the necessary training and guidance through a defined path to become the financial advisor you want to be. You will have the opportunity to work with both affluent and high net worth clients, identifying needs, developing relationships, reviewing investment goals, and preparing investment recommendations that align with the goals of both existing and prospective clients. Once you have honed your skills and demonstrated success as a FSA, you typically will progress into the next stage of training and development as a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor. The FSA Trainee in the Advisor Development Program role provides the opportunity to pursue a career within Merrill Wealth Management.**The Academy** will support you along the way with dedicated programs, tools and resources throughout your career journey.As a **Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I (FSA I)** , your journey begins obtaining your Securities Industry licenses, where you receive dedicated and personalized classes for your Securities Industry Essentials [SIE], Series 7 and Series 66 Exams. Once you obtain your licenses, you will be taught the foundational skills needed to be an advisor - from acquiring, building and managing client relationships to considering a client's complex financial picture and guiding them with advice and solutions to help them live their best financial lives, all while humanizing financial interactions. Once you have reached your key milestones, you will begin working in a financial center where you will help to deliver Bank of America's core banking, investment solutions and approach to client care. We will equip you with everything you need as you move through the stages of developmentOnce you have demonstrated success as a licensed Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I, you will typically progress into the next role, Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II, where you will continue to practice the skills you've learned by growing and deepening relationships within a portfolio of clients. As a successful Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II, you will have the opportunity to advance in many roles within Bank of America and Merrill. The Academy will support you along the way with dedicated programs, tools and resources throughout your career journey.This position is subject to SAFE Act registration requirements. Pursuant to the SAFE Act requirements, all employees engaged in residential loan mortgage originations must register with the federal registry system and remain in good standing. Since your position requires SAFE Act registration, you will be required to register and to submit to the required SAFE Act background check and registration process. Failure to obtain and/or maintain SAFE Act registration may result in your immediate termination.**We'll help you**--- **Build a successful career** at Bank of America through world-class training and on-boarding programs that set you up for success.--- **Get training and one-on-one coaching** from Academy managers who are invested in your success.--- **Grow your business knowledge** by using a defined consultative approach with clients to systematically identify client needs and appropriate solutions.--- **Earn your Security Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7 and Series 66 licenses** (63 & 65 accepted, in lieu of 66) though structured lessons and dedicated study time. You must obtain your **SIE** within 30 days of being hired & your **Series 7 & 66** within 120 Days - a requirement for the role.--- **Build your network.** Starting at a financial center, you'll interact with banking customers, small business owners and higher net worth clients alike. You'll be able to leverage our relationships with one out of two households in the U.S. to help eventually grow your business.--- **Provide end-to-end comprehensive advice,** deliver client reviews/presentations with confidence and recommend strategies to help clients achieve their financial goals and life priorities.--- **Collaborate with core banking and investment partners.** Connect clients to all of the solutions we provide through Bank of America and Merrill to meet virtually all of their financial needs.**As a Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I, you can look forward to**--- Unlimited potential for financial growth.--- A strong referral base from across the business through our relationship with one in every two households.--- Managing a portfolio of clients by providing exceptional client care with industry leading products, services, and education.--- Robust marketing support to reach wider audiences with greater appeal.--- Ongoing professional development to deepen your skills and optimize your practice as the industry evolves and changes.--- Opportunities to connect with experts including small business consultants, mortgage lenders and investment advisors.**We're a culture that**--- Believes in responsible growth and has a proven dedication to supporting the communities we serve.--- Provides continuous training and developmental opportunities to help people achieve their goals, whatever their background or experience.--- Believes diversity makes us stronger, so we can reflect, connect to and meet the diverse needs of our clients and customers around the world.--- Is committed to advancing our tools, technology, and ways of working. We always put our clients first to meet their evolving needs.**Required skills:**--- Sets and accomplishes goals, achieving whatever you put your mind to.--- Is comfortable in a sales role, finding ways to nurture strong relationships with prospective clients.--- Communicates clearly and confidently with clients from all walks of life.--- Works well with others and collaborates productively to get things done.--- Can manage complexity, prioritize tasks and execute in a fast-paced environment.--- Likes to learn on your feet, adapting to new information and seeking the right solutions for clients.--- Efficiently manages your time and capacity.--- Is thorough and will incorporate relevant regulatory due diligence into daily to-do's and long-term strategies for clients.**Desired skills:**--- Strong computer skills with an ability to multitask in a demanding environment.--- A bachelor's degree, or 1-2 years' experience working in the financial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded.--- Experience assessing client needs, identifying/recommending solutions, and building/managing client relationships.**Shift:**1st shift (United States of America)**Hours Per Week:**40Learn more about this roleTranscript?At Bank of America, I get to make a difference every day.**On screen copy:**Merrill Financial Solutions AdvisorDisclosure: Please see important information at the end of this video.**On screen copy:**Advise clients on their investment goals in order to pursue those goalsAs a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor, my job is to advise my clients on their investment goals and match them with the right portfolio and specialists to help them pursue those goals.I interact with clients from all walks of life, from small-business owners developing a financial plan to new parents looking to start saving money for their child's college education. I match my knowledge of financial markets and investment products with clients' individual investment needs.**On screen copy:**Accomplishing performance goals through needs-based analysis and client follow-upA key part of my role is accomplishing performance goals through consultative, needs-based analysis and organized follow up with my clients.When I first started, I had a lot to learn about the investment world and compliance standards but I was equipped with the tools and training I needed to succeed.**On screen copy:**Team environmentIn my last job, I worked mostly on my own. Here, I get to work in a team environment every day. I even get some of my best referrals from my teammates.And since I work with people in so many different departments, I'm able to build connections and learn more about other roles.Everyone here is really supportive of your career growth.**On screen copy:**Regular meetings with your manager to make your goals a realityI meet with my manager on a regular basis to talk about my goals, and she gives me advice for how to make them a reality.**On screen copy:**Trained by the award-winning Academy at Bank of America2019 Brandon Hall Gold Award for "Best Launch of a Corporate Learning University"As a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor, you will participate in the award-winning Academy at Bank of America.From my first day to today, the Academy ha

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