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13-5674085 Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc
Financial Solutions Advisor- Saratoga, Santa Cruz, Monterey Areas
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What they do
A Financial Planner or Investment Consultant advises clients on financial plans and investment strategies. Discusses the client's financial objectives, focusing on investment options and products. May be licensed to buy and sell financial products such as stocks and bonds.
$101,308 / year median in California
-0% projected decline
Job Description
Job Description:
- Please Note that this requisition contains multiple locations but there is not an immediate opening for every location listed
- 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; FINRA.
- whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences.
Job Description:
This job is responsible for providing comprehensive advice and customized solutions to clients to help them achieve their financial goals. Key responsibilities include triaging client leads, making referrals to business partners based on client needs and asset thresholds, meeting with clients to review financial and investment goals, building a financial plan, and recommending brokerage products. Job expectations include applying and expanding knowledge by completing required licenses and trainings. 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.Responsibilities:
Works with clients to plan their short and long-term financial goals by building a financial plan with brokerage products, including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, annuities, and banking and money managed solutions Recommends banking and investments strategies that align with client financial goals and needs Triages client requests and makes referrals to appropriate internal service providers based on client needs and asset thresholds Mitigates and controls risk as part of daily activities Identifies and engages potential new clients through referrals or financial center clientele Provides coaching and feedback to referral partners based on knowledge of client needs and potential product services recommendedRequired Qualifications :
Currently holds Series 7 & 66 (63 & 65 in lieu of 66) licenses. If you do not currently hold the 66 but have either a 63 or 65, an offer can be extended with the condition that a passing score is received for the missing series within 60 days. Has at least one year experience in the investments industry, including investment training and in-depth knowledge of investment products and services. Has at least one year experience working in the financial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded. Sets and accomplishes goals, achieving whatever you put your mind to. Builds and nurtures strong relationships. Collaborates effectively with others to get things done. Communicates effectively and confidently and is comfortable engaging all clients. Manages goals, navigates complexity, prioritizes tasks and executes in a fast-paced environment. Likes to learn, adapts to new information and seeks the right solutions for clients. Efficiently manages your time and capacity. Is thorough and thoughtful in incorporating relevant regulatory due diligence into daily activities and long-term strategies for clients.Desired Qualifications :
Strong computer skills with an ability to multitask in a demanding environment. At least three years' experience working in the financial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded. Achieved additional professional designations such as Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and/or Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC). Obtained your insurance licensesSkills:
Account Management Advisory Client Experience Branding Customer and Client Focus Oral Communications Active Listening Attention toDetail Client Solutions Advisory Issue Management Pipeline Management Causation Analysis Client Management Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines Risk Management Written Communications Schedule:
Monday-Friday Open availability required + someSaturdays Minimum Education Requirement:
High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent This position is open for the entire market and the specific Financial Center location will be based on business needs. If you are offered a position, you will train at one financial center, and then potentially begin your role in a phone-based capacity until another financial center location has been determined to move to that is within a reasonable commuting distance of your home to the extent permitted by applicable law.Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)Hours Per Week:
40 Pay Transparency details US- CA•Aptos•783 Rio Del Mar Blvd•
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ALISAL BC
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SALINAS MAIN OFFICE
(CA2110), US- CA•Salinas•800 Northridge Shopping Ctr•
NORTH SALINAS BC
(CA2126), US- CA•San Jose•1660 S De Anza Blvd•
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(CA3161), US- CA•San Jose•1695 Saratoga AVE (CA3201), US•CA•San Jose•6490 Camden Ave•
ALMADEN VALLEY BC
(CA3163), US- CA•Santa Cruz•104 River St•
SANTA CRUZ MAIN OFFICE
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SARATOGA BC
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SCOTTS VALLEY BC
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(CA2106) Pay and benefits information Pay range $70,000.00- $80,000.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Dental Insurance