wealth management advisor

Bank of America

<div><p><b>Job Description:</b></p><p></p><p>
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.</p><p></p><p>
Merrill&rsquo;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.</p><p></p><p>
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.</p><p></p><p>
As a <b>Financial Solutions Advisor within the centralized segment of the Advisor Development Program, </b>your journey begins by 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 &ndash; from acquiring, building and managing client relationships to considering a client&rsquo;s complex financial picture and guiding them with advice and solutions to help them live their best financial lives, all while humanizing financial interactions. You will then join the centralized team as a Financial Solutions Advisor.</p><p></p><p>
The Financial Solutions Advisors in the centralized segment are phone-based licensed advisors (obtaining series 7 and 66 required) that provide clients with holistic financial advice and guidance by identifying broader product and service solutions that meet their investment, savings and liability management solutions. FSA&rsquo;s demonstrate knowledge of investments and financial markets and apply key principles appropriate to the individual client's investment needs. Additionally, they align Merrill and Bank of America products and services where appropriate. We will equip you with everything you need, as you move through the stages of development and move into the Merrill Financial Advisor role.</p><p></p><p>
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 an FSA, you typically will progress into the next stage of training and development as a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor (MFSA). This role within the Advisor Development Program provides the opportunity to pursue a career within Merrill Wealth Management.</p><p></p><p><b>
The Academy</b> will support you along the way with dedicated programs, tools and resources throughout your career journey.</p><p></p><p>
We&rsquo;ll help you</p><ul><li><b>
Build a successful career</b> at Bank of America through world-class training and on-boarding programs that set you up for success.</li><li><b>
Get training and one-on-one coaching</b> from Academy managers who are invested in your success.</li><li><b>
Grow your business knowledge </b>by using a defined consultative approach with clients to systematically identify client needs and appropriate solutions.</li><li><b>
Earn your Security Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7 and Series 66 licenses</b> (63 &amp; 65 accepted, in lieu of 66) though structured lessons and dedicated study time. You must obtain your <b>SIE </b>within 60 days of being hired &amp; your <b>Series 7 &amp; 66 </b>within 120 Days - a requirement for the role.</li><li><b>
Build your network. </b>Starting at a financial center, you&rsquo;ll interact with banking customers, small business owners and higher net worth clients alike. You&rsquo;ll be able to leverage our relationships with one out of two households in the U.S. to help eventually grow your business.</li><li><b>
Provide end-to-end comprehensive advice</b>, deliver client reviews/presentations with confidence and recommend strategies to help clients achieve their financial goals and life priorities.</li><li><b>
Collaborate with core banking and investment partners.</b> Connect clients to all of the solutions we provide through Bank of America and Merrill to meet virtually all of their financial needs.</li></ul><p></p><p>
As an Advisor Development Program Financial Solutions Advisor in the centralized segment you can look forward to</p><ul><li>
Unlimited potential for financial growth.</li><li>
A strong referral base from across the business through our relationship with one in every two households.</li><li>
Managing a portfolio of clients by providing exceptional client care with industry leading products, services, and education.</li><li>
Robust marketing support to reach wider audiences with greater appeal.</li><li>
Ongoing professional development to deepen your skills and optimize your practice as the industry evolves and changes.</li><li>
Opportunities to connect with experts including small business consultants, mortgage lenders and investment advisors.</li></ul><p></p><p>
We&rsquo;re a culture that</p><ul><li>
Believes in responsible growth and has a proven dedication to supporting the communities we serve.</li><li>
Provides continuous training and developmental opportunities to help people achieve their goals, whatever their background or experience.</li><li>
Believes diversity makes us stronger, so we can reflect, connect to, and meet the diverse needs of our clients and customers around the world.</li><li>
Is committed to advancing our tools, technology, and ways of working. We always put our clients first to meet their evolving needs.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Required Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
Displays confidence working in a sales role</li><li>
Builds strong client relationships through effective communication and collaboration</li><li>
Displays a proactive mindset and effective time management</li><li>
Demonstrates a results-driven mindset and prioritizes client interests</li><li>
Identifies appropriate client solutions through application of learnings and new information</li><li>
Applies relevant regulatory due diligence in daily activities and creating long-term client strategies</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Desired Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree and/or a minimum of one year of financial services industry or sales experience</li><li>
Learns and adapts to new technology or applications</li><li>
Executes multiple tasks simultaneously</li></ul><p></p><p>
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 this position requires SAFE Act registration, employees are 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 disciplinary action up to and including termination. The following laws or regulations restrict or prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain specified criminal history for the position: FDIC; Safe Act; Loan Originators; and FINRA</p><p></p><p><b>
Shift:</b></p>
1st shift (United States of America)<p></p><p><b>
Hours Per Week:</b></p>
40</div><p></p>

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What is the opportunity?</b></p><p>
The objective of the Associate Financial Advisor role is to participate in and successfully complete the licensing process and gain industry experience in order to prepare for a career as a Financial Advisor (FA). The Associate Financial Advisor&rsquo;s goal is to learn and integrate key business-building knowledge and competencies which FAs must have to help attract and retain clients through helping them achieve their financial goals.</p><p><b>
What will you do?</b></p><ul><li>
Study for and obtain the Associate Financial Advisor program&rsquo;s required licensing<ul><li>
Study and pass series 7 exam.</li><li>
Study and pass series 66 and life and health insurance exams.</li></ul></li><li>
Complete Associate Financial Advisor program assignments within the curriculum&rsquo;s timelines<ul><li>
RBC tools and technology introduction</li><li>
RBC policies and procedures</li><li>
Products and services&mdash;including scenarios and case studies</li><li>
Compliance</li><li>
Planning, marketing, prospecting, and servicing</li></ul></li><li>
Report activities and results per the Associate Financial Advisor program&rsquo;s requirements<ul><li>
Implement specific coaching from the Associate Financial Advisor sales manager</li></ul></li><li>
Become familiar with RBC Wealth Management<ul><li>
Maintain awareness of financial news via company-approved online sites, meetings and various news media to support and advance professional development toward becoming a RBC Financial Advisor</li><li>
Be knowledgeable and comply with all regulations and rules of various regulatory agencies and company policies</li><li>
Complete all RBC WM new employee orientation online modules and others as required</li></ul></li></ul><p><b>
What do you need to succeed?</b></p><p><b>
Must-have</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree or equivalent work experience</li><li>
Ability to obtain Series 7 and Series 66 and life and health insurance exams within 180 days of beginning employment at RBC</li><li>
Ability to take initiative and function independently</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal and marketing skills</li><li>
Strong drive and dedication</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to develop and promote business; a track record of success Ability to make solid decisions in a fast paced, quick turnaround environment</li></ul><p><b>
Nice-to-have</b></p><ul><li>
Entrepreneurial experience</li><li>
Active in a community, athletic or business group</li><li>
Fundraising experience</li></ul><p><b>
What&rsquo;s in it for you?</b></p><p>
We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.</p><ul><li>
A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable</li><li>
Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities</li><li>
Ability to make a difference and lasting impact</li><li>
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team</li><li>
Flexible work/life balance options</li><li>
Opportunities to do challenging work</li><li>
Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
</li><li>Access to a variety of job opportunities across business</li></ul><p></p><p>
The expected salary range for this particular position is $55,000-$88,000, depending on your experience, skills, and registration status, market conditions and business needs.</p><p>
You have the potential to earn more through RBC&rsquo;s discretionary variable compensation program which gives you an opportunity to increase your total compensation, provided the business meets its performance targets and you meet your individual goals.</p><p>
RBC&rsquo;s compensation philosophy and principles recognize the importance of a highly qualified global workforce and plays a critical role in attracting, engaging and retaining talent that:</p><ul><li>
Drives RBC&rsquo;s high-performance culture</li><li>
Enables collective achievement of our strategic goals</li><li>
Generates sustainable shareholder returns and above market shareholder value</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Job Skills</b></p>
Customer Service, Customer Service Management, Decision Making, Interpersonal Relationship Management, Investment Management, Investment Performance Measurement<p></p><p><b>
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Note</b><b>:</b> <i>Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above</i></p><p></p><p><b>
Our Employment Opportunities</b></p><p></p><p>
At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.</p><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>
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Associate Financial Advisor

Northwestern Mutual

<div>Overview:
<div>
Becoming a financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual is a unique opportunity to start a business where you can help your clients achieve their goals through financial planning. On your path to becoming a financial advisor, you start as a financial representative focused on client-building and obtaining licenses. Our award-winning training programs equip you with the education, skill-building, and development strategies you need to be successful in building a financial planning practice that focuses on:</div><div><br>
</div><p>Planning Experience &middot; Asset &amp; Income Protection &middot; Education Funding &middot; Investment &amp; Advisory Services &middot; Trust Services &middot; Retirement Solutions &middot; Business Needs Analysis</p><div></div><div><br>
Northwestern Mutual&rsquo;s proprietary planning software helps you educate your clients and deliver holistic financial plans&mdash;including investments for growth, insurance for protection, and annuities for guaranteed income in retirement&mdash;that helps you have a bigger impact on your clients and community. Becoming a business owner allows you to shape your workday around your life and achieve uncapped earning potential through a performance-based compensation structure.</div><div><br>
</div><div>We believe there&rsquo;s more than one way to start, build, and grow your practice. As an entrepreneur, you can build your business in a way that aligns with your long-term vision and goals like opening an office, joining a sophisticated team, or becoming an advanced advisor.</div><br>
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Responsibilities:
<p>
As a financial advisor, you will:</p><ul><li>
Grow your client base by making new connections, maintaining a strong referral network, and providing a great client experience</li><li>
Build personalized, holistic financial plans tailored to every client&rsquo;s unique needs</li><li>
Manage your client&rsquo;s financial plans to help them achieve their goals</li><li>
Grow relationships with clients to support them through every stage of life</li></ul><p><b><br>
Training, licensing &amp; designations</b></p><p>
Northwestern Mutual has been recognized for maintaining one of the best-trained sales forces in the country. We are committed to your continued training and development throughout your career. That starts with our award-winning curriculum designed to support your first three years in the business. In the program, you&rsquo;ll hear from industry experts, learn the art of client acquisition to drive longevity in the career, and have access to our national network of tenured financial advisors to learn the business through first-hand experience.</p><p>
To become a financial advisor, you must obtain the following licenses: Life/Accident &amp; Health Certifications, Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), and Series 6, 7, and 63. Northwestern Mutual provides pre-payment/reimbursement* for course tuition fees and books.</p><p><b><br>
Compensation &amp; Benefits</b></p><ul><li>
Performance-based earnings and revenue1:<ul><li><i>
A</i><i>verage advisor annual earnings of $61K-$119K (based on 2018-2023 company average for representatives in the first 3 years)</i></li><li><i>
Top 25% advisor annual earnings of $137K-$250K (based on 2018-2023 company data for top quartile advisors in the first 3 years)</i></li></ul></li><li>
Additional income structure to support training and early development</li><li>
Renewal income earned for continued client support and policy management</li><li>
Bonus programs and expense allowances</li><li>
Support for insurance licensing, Securities Industry Essentials&reg;, Series 6, Series 7, Series 63, and more</li><li>
Certified Financial Planner&reg; licensing support2</li><li>
Fully company-funded retirement package and pension plan</li><li>
Competitive and comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans</li><li>
Life Insurance and Disability Income Insurance</li><li>
Parental benefits at every stage of family planning #LI-Onsite</li></ul><br>
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Qualifications:
<p><b>
You could be right for this opportunity if you have:</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree</li><li>
Entrepreneurial ambitions to be a business owner</li><li>
History of success in relationship-building or client-facing roles</li><li>
Excellent time-management skills</li><li>
Desire for continuous learning and collaboration</li><li>
Proficient critical thinking skills</li><li>
Strong communicator</li><li>
Strong sense of motivation and drive</li><li>
Legal authorization to work in the US without sponsorship</li></ul><div></div><p><br>
Our Financial Advisors are valued partners and proud business owners. As such, they are considered independent contractors3 for income tax purposes, and a statutory employee for Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) tax purposes.</p><div></div><p><br>
Northwestern Mutual is the marketing name for The Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company (NM) and its subsidiaries, including Northwestern Long Term Care Insurance Company (NLTC), <b>Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC</b> <b>(NMIS)</b> (Investment Brokerage Services), a registered investment adviser, broker-dealer, and member of FINRA and SIPC, and Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company&reg; (NMWMC) (Investment Advisory Services), a federal savings bank. NM and its subsidiaries are in Milwaukee, WI.</p><ul><li>Individuals are required to have a minimum of three years of service at Northwestern Mutual to qualify for the designation pre-payment and reimbursement program.</li></ul><p>
1No level of income is guaranteed. As used here, &ldquo;revenue&rdquo; includes exclusively First Year and Renewal Commissions, Bonuses, Northwestern Mutual Investment Services, LLC and Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company commissions and fees, Strategic Employee Benefits Services commissions, and Expense Allowances. Data uses average revenue from 2018-2023; included revenue was positive and not equal to 0 and earned by full time, active Financial Representatives producing for the entire year each of the years data was used. First year range is $271.73 - $2,923,976.22. Source: Northwestern Mutual, 2024</p><div>
2Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP&reg;, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER&reg;, and CFP&reg; (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization&rsquo;s initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.</div><div></div><div><br>
3Northwestern Mutual Financial Representatives are Independent Contractors whose income is based on production. If offered to apply for approval of a contract to become a Northwestern Mutual Financial Representative, a national criminal background check is required. Should the background check results provide information which would not allow someone to work for Northwestern Mutual, approval for contract will be withdrawn.</div><br>
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Posted Salary Range: USD $61,000.00 - USD $250,000.00 /Yr.</div>

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