Financial Advisor – Western Pennsylvania Market

Bank of America

. Handle inbound inquiries from leads regarding Merrill offerings .

Posted 11/7/2026full-timePittsburgh • Pennsylvania • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in client relationship management and investment product recommendations, leveraging strong communication and interpersonal skills to build trust with high-net-worth clients. Proficient in utilizing Salesforce for documentation and technology to drive business growth and meet financial objectives.

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Series 7 LicenseSeries 66 LicenseInvestment Product KnowledgeSalesforce ProficiencyClient Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Investment TrainingKYC ProceduresFinancial AdvisoryBusiness DevelopmentClient Profiling

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsRelationship BuildingEffective CommunicationListening SkillsGoal Oriented

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Series 7 LicenseSeries 66 LicenseSAFE Act Registration

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesHigh-Net-Worth ClientsInvestment GoalsProspectingNetworking

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle inbound inquiries from leads regarding Merrill offerings
Position the extensive capabilities of Merrill and Bank of America
Collect necessary client profile data, following standard KYC procedures to open accounts as appropriate
Serve as interim Financial Advisor, providing suitable investment product and service recommendations based on prospects' and clients' objectives, resources, time horizon, risk profile, and preferences
Service client accounts
Document all client interactions and opportunities accurately in Salesforce
Work with high-net-worth clients with annual revenues of $100k-$5mm
Identify client needs, develop relationships, review investment goals, and prepare investment recommendations
Leverage technology to achieve business growth goals and conduct profiling activities to determine client financial objectives
Drive initiatives to maximize impact to clients and prospects
Assist with execution of business development plans
Follow guidance on privacy and regulatory matters

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently holds Series 7 and 66 licenses, or equivalent Series 63 and 65 in lieu of Series 66
Minimum of one year of experience in the investments industry, including investment training and in-depth knowledge of investment products and services
Minimum of one year of experience working in the financial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded
Proven ability to engage with and influence others
Exceptional interpersonal and relationship building skills with a proven ability to quickly build trust and credibility
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to listen and probe for clarity and understanding; assess needs; and recommend appropriate solutions/interventions
Proven ability to work collaboratively on a team and with key partners
Goal and results oriented with strong follow-through skills
Entrepreneurial mindset with a proven ability to source clients through extensive prospecting and networking
Ability to work in an environment where the majority of compensation is tied to performance
Computer/technical literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent
SAFE Act registration, background check, and ongoing good standing required
Must work 1st shift and 40 hours per week

Benefits

Comp & perks

In-office culture supporting collaboration, engagement, and career development
Appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs
Performance-tied compensation opportunity