Merrill Advisor Development Program-… at Bank of America · Pleasanton

Summary: Bank of America is a leading provider of comprehensive wealth management and investment products. The Advisor Development Program is designed for individuals excited to transition into a career as a Financial Advisor, where they will work with high-net worth individuals to identify needs and develop relationships while delivering comprehensive financial recommendations. Responsibilities: - Handles inbound inquiries from leads regarding Merrill offering - Positions the extensive capabilities of Merrill and Bank of America - Collects the necessary client profile data, following standard KYC procedures to open account(s) as appropriate - Serves as interim Financial Advisor, providing recommendation of investment products and services that are suitable for prospects and clients based on their objectives, resources, time horizon, risk profile, and preferences as well as servicing client accounts - Documents all client interactions and opportunities within Salesforce accurately Required Qualifications: - Currently holds Series 7 & 66 (63 & 65 in lieu of 66) licenses - Minimum of one year experience working in the financial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded - Minimum of one year experience in the investments industry, including investment training and in-depth knowledge of investment products and services - 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 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 - Entrepreneurial mindset with a proven ability to source clients through extensive 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 Preferred Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree and/or a minimum of one year of financial services industry or sales experience - Learns and adapts to new technology or applications - Executes multiple tasks simultaneously Required Skills: Series 7 License, Series 66 License, Investment Knowledge Important Skills: Sales Experience, Client Solutions Advisory, Wealth Planning Nice-to-Have Skills: Analytical Thinking, Entrepreneurial Mindset, Technical Literacy Benefits: Industry-leading benefits, Access to paid time off