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Private Wealth Client Associate Boston, Massachusetts Additional locations Apply × To proceed with your application you must be at least 18 years of age. Acknowledge × Bank of America employees are required to meet all posting eligibility requirements prior to applying for any new position. Acknowledge
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Job Description
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.
Merrills 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.
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.
Job Description
This job is responsible for providing client service support to potentially multiple Financial Advisors (FAs). Key responsibilities include supporting enterprise strategic objectives, operational excellence goals, and client advocacy within the FAs business while customizing solutions based on their specific needs. Job expectations include serving as the most frequent point of contact within Merrill to address all service needs of their clients.
Responsibilities
• Provides excellent Client Service to the banks clients through educating them on all of the banks service and banking offerings • Ensures timeliness, accuracy, and completeness in client materials and follows up on all client and Financial Advisor (FA) requests • Assists with ensuring practices are in alignment with the banks policies and procedures to support operational excellence, protect the banks clients, and manage risk • Identifies, deepens, and maintains client relationships through emphasizing the banks offerings and promoting incorporation of banking into day-to-day practices while communicating outputs to the FA • Supports day-to-day team activities and needs including covering roles in times of absence or seasonal need increases while leading with a client-first mindset
Required Qualifications
• Is an enthusiastic, highly motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic and an intense focus on results • Demonstrates a client-centric mindset, always acting in the best interest of the client • Has the ability to learn and adapt to new information and technology platforms • Currently holds or is pursuing FINRA Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Series 7 and/or Series 66, 63, and 65 (accepted in lieu of 66) • Possesses industry knowledge and an understanding of investment products • Has experience working with clients, quickly fulfilling their needs, delivering complex solutions, and providing an excellent client experience • Is comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with changing and evolving responsibilities • Is detail-oriented • Demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth • Exhibits sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive information • Strong computer application skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Salesforce • Demonstrates professional verbal and written communication skills
Skills
• Account Management • Client Management • Customer and Client Focus • Issue Management • Oral Communications • Business Development • Client Solutions Advisory • Pipeline Management • Prioritization • Administrative Services • Emotional Intelligence • Referral Identification • Written Communications
Minimum Education Requirement
High School Diploma, GED, Secondary School or equivalent
Internal employees who are currently working from home are still eligible to apply. However, if selected for the role, you may be required to work onsite in accordance with the Workplace Excellence policy.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Shift
1st shift United States of America Hours Per Week: 37.5 Learn more about this role Apply × To proceed with your application you must be at least 18 years of age. Acknowledge × Bank of America employees are required to meet all posting eligibility requirements prior to applying for any new position. Acknowledge
Refer a friend Apply × To proceed with your application you must be at least 18 years of age. Acknowledge × Bank of America employees are required to meet all posting eligibility requirements prior to applying for any new position. Acknowledge
Full-time Position
JR-26009193 Manages People: No Travel: No Age requirement: Must at least be 18 years of age. Massachusetts pay and benefits information: Massachusetts pay range: $25.00 - $44.00 hourly pay offers to be determined based on experience, education, and skill set. Discretionary incentive eligible: This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group, and the overall success of the Company.
Benefits
This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources, and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.
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