Investment Consultant II - Merrill Premium
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Job Description:At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. Responsible Growth is how we run our company and how we deliver for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day. One of the keys to driving Responsible Growth is being a great place to work for our teammates around the world. We're devoted to being a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone. We hire individuals with a broad range of backgrounds and experiences and invest heavily in our teammates and their families by offering competitive benefits to support their physical, emotional, and financial well-being.Bank of America believes both in the importance of working together and offering flexibility to our employees. We use a multi-faceted approach for flexibility, depending on the various roles in our organization. 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:This job is responsible for providing prospects and self-directed investors with financial assistance by identifying broader product and service solutions that meet their investment and saving needs. Key responsibilities include applying knowledge of investments, products, financial markets, policies, procedures, and processes to the client's investment needs. Job expectations include owning the management, research, and communication process of resolving client issues and achieving high client satisfaction and relationship deepening through a disciplined and responsible approach. 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 registered Investment Consultant II demonstrates knowledge of investments and financial markets and assists clients with their servicing and trading needs through inbound and outbound phone interactions. The Investment Consultant II will own the management, research, and communication of resolution to client issues while demonstrating expert knowledge of policies, procedures and processes. The role is responsible for achievement of high client satisfaction and relationship deepening through a disciplined and responsible approach.Responsibilities:Provides prospects and self-directed investors with financial guidance and assistance based on their needs to deepen existing relationshipsEducates potential and existing clients about investment products, services, and trading strategies offered by the bankDelivers on performance goals by uncovering additional client needs, deepening existing relationships, and referring clients to business counterpartsDeliver exceptional service to clients by answering general account inquiriesAccurately execute and confirm trade orders as well as a variety of securities transactions initiated by self-directed clientsAssist clients with brokerage consumer website usage and navigationEducate potential and existing clients about investment products, services and trading strategiesResearch and resolve client requestsMaintain current knowledge of Merrill products, policies, and services while keeping abreast of financial markets and regulationsRequired Qualifications:- Series 7, and 66 or equivalent (if not currently held, Series 66 must be obtained within 90 days) - Demonstrated passion and interest in financial markets- Excellent customer service skills with the ability to actively listen to clients and demonstrate empathy- Strong analytical and organizational skills- Detail oriented, with good follow-up skills- Strong interpersonal skills- Ability to multi-task in a dynamic environment- Requires basic knowledge of the organization, products and/or services- Requires knowledge of financial markets and trading strategies- Excellent verbal and written communication skills- Proven ability to meet and exceed productivity and performance goals- Must be technologically savvy and able to quickly learn new systems- Ability to adapt and seek solutions for customers in a fast-paced environment- Must be flexible to work assigned shift within center hours of operation- Strong desire for point of call resolution- Focus on client satisfactionDesired Qualifications:- Call center experience is preferred but not required- Previous Brokerage experience is a plus- 1+ years of financial industry experienceSkills:Account ManagementAdvisoryClient Experience BrandingCustomer and Client FocusOral CommunicationsActive ListeningAttention to DetailClient Solutions AdvisoryIssue ManagementPipeline ManagementCausation AnalysisClient ManagementPolicies, Procedures, and GuidelinesRisk ManagementTradingJob Band:H5Shift:1st shift (United States of America)Hours Per Week:40Weekly Schedule:Referral Bonus Amount:5000 -->