Wealth Management Specialist - NR

Job Description:

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Working at Bank of America will give you a great career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact, along with the power to make a difference. Join us!

Job Description:

The Elite Growth Practice (EGP) Wealth Management Specialist position may be filled at a Trainee, Specialist or Senior level depending on experience of the candidate and needs of the Financial Advisor Team.  The Trainee is a non-exempt position for a hire lacking required security licenses and/or designation.  This position allows the individual to become fully licensed and achieve the appropriate designations required for the position.  If Series 7 and 66 (or 63 & 65) licenses and approved designation are not currently held, must be obtained within a specified timeframe to be eligible for Specialist position.

The Wealth Management Specialist is responsible for performing a variety of specialized functions across a Financial Advisor team such as: Business Management,  Business Development, Wealth Planning, Investment Management or Relationship Management. The Wealth Management Specialist provides quality client service and effective and efficient operations support. He or she may provide advice and assist with training for less experienced team members. Executes problem escalation and/or problem solving of diverse scope where extensive analysis and evaluation may be required. Exercises judgment within generally defined practices and policies in obtaining or determining solutions. Has working knowledge of the Merrill Lynch Wealth Management business and specialized team functions for which he or she is assigned.

Qualifications:

•Series 7, 63/65 or 66 or equivalent; must obtain all state registrations in support of Financial Advisor(s) and Advisor Team(s)  If Series 7, 63/65 or 66 or equivalent are not currently held, must be obtained within a specified timeframe to be eligible for Specialist position.

•SAFE ACT Registration; ADV-2B Required

•Obtain and/or maintain at least one firm approved designation within specified timeframe

•Demonstrated expertise and impact in at least two of the following specialized functions: Wealth Planning, Investment Management, Business Development, Business Management and/or Relationship Management

•Possess and demonstrate strong communication skills

•Understanding of how to deliver a strong overall client experience

•Thorough knowledge and understanding of the suite of Wealth Management products and services

•Detail oriented with strong organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities at once

•Strong partnership and relationship management skills; ability to work across EGP functions and organizational lines/levels 

•Ability to influence and demonstrate clear communication and collaboration with others to make sound decisions without direct authority

•Analytical skills with ability to identify trends, root cause and effects, and implement improved processes to increase growth and mitigate risk

•Ability to identify client needs and concerns, and articulate appropriate approach to align solutions to goals to support responsible growth

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