Client Associate

Registered Wealth Management Client AssociateMerrill 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.Merrill's 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 that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs.At Merrill, we empower you to bring your whole self to work. We value the unique perspectives in our thoughts, business, and within our employees and clients. Our Wealth Management team represents an array of different skills and experiences that individuals bring from all backgrounds and careers; whether gained through military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve.Position Overview:The Registered Wealth Management Client Associate role is a sales support position, typically providing dedicated operational and sales support to multiple Financial Advisors (FAs). Incumbents may also on a regular basis, support office initiatives, in addition to the businesses of a particular Financial Advisor. For established clients, the Client Associate will often serve as the most frequent point of contact with Merrill. Fully registered (Series 7, 63, 65, & 66). Partial registration may be considered.Responsibilities:Provides excellent Client Service to the bank's clients through educating them on all of the bank's service and banking offeringsEnsures timeliness, accuracy, and completeness in client materials and follows up on all client and Financial Advisor (FA) requestsAssists with ensuring practices are in alignment with the bank's policies and procedures to support operational excellence, protect the bank's clients, and manage riskIdentifies, deepens, and maintains client relationships through emphasizing the bank's offerings and promoting incorporation of banking into day-to-day practices, while communicating outputs to the FASupports day-to-day team activities and needs including covering roles in times of absence or seasonal need increases, while leading with a client first mindsetRequired Qualifications:Currently holds FINRA Securities Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7, and Series 66 (63 and 65 accepted in lieu of 66)Possesses advanced industry knowledge and an understanding of investment productsIs an enthusiastic, highly motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic and an intense focus on resultsDemonstrates a client-centric mindset, always acting in the best interest of the clientHas the ability to learn and adapt to new information and technology platformsBilingual SpanishDesired Qualifications:Has experience working with clients, quickly fulfilling their needs, delivering complex solutions, and providing an excellent client experienceIs comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment with changing and evolving responsibilitiesIs detail orientedDemonstrates a commitment to continuous learning and professional growthExhibits sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive informationStrong computer application skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SalesforceDemonstrates professional verbal and written communication skillsSkills:Account ManagementClient ManagementCustomer and Client FocusIssue ManagementOral CommunicationsBusiness DevelopmentClient Solutions AdvisoryPipeline ManagementPrioritizationAdministrative ServicesEmotional IntelligenceReferral IdentificationWritten CommunicationsMinimum Education Requirement: High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalentInternal 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.Shift: 1st shift (United States of America)Hours Per Week: 37.5