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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 specialized and personalized service offering advice and guidance to financial center clients through the full spectrum of borrowing and banking offerings at each stage of the client's life plan. Key responsibilities include acquiring new and deepening existing client relationships by conducting client meetings and presenting customized solutions to clients to help them achieve their financial goals. Job expectations include effectively balancing sales performance, operational risk, and client relationship care by leveraging specialized expertise. Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Recommends financial advice and guidance that align with client financial goals and needs</li> <li>Builds and deepens relationships with new and existing clients by leveraging the full capabilities of the bank</li> <li>Analyzes client financial needs and applies knowledge of borrowing and banking to recommend alternative or additional financial services that best align with the client's unique priorities</li> <li>Connects with clients through outreach and pipeline management activities and conducts consistent follow-up routines to meet client needs</li> <li>Makes decisions on client requests and makes referrals to appropriate internal partners based on client needs</li> <li> Partners with financial center leaders, performance managers, and market leaders to provide specialized guidance and coaching to financial center associates during meetings to assist with team delivery of an exceptional client experience</li> </ul> Required Qualifications: <ul> <li>Has demonstrated experience and proven success with business-to-business sales, or small business banking.</li> <li>Has strong communication skills with the ability to effectively influence clients.</li> <li>Has effective customer service skills with ability to manage the full client end-to-end experience and problem resolution.</li> <li>Has a proven sales track record.</li> <li>Is able to build productive partnerships and working relationships.</li> <li>Is experienced with outbound phone sales.</li> </ul> Desired Qualifications: ​ <ul> <li>Experience with financial information, spreadsheets and financial skills.</li> <li>Experience with in-person customer service and sales.</li> <li>Experience working with small business clients.</li> <li>Experience meeting or exceeding goals.</li> <li>A working knowledge of small business products and services.</li> <li>Bilingual skills.</li> </ul> Skills: <ul> <li>Client Management</li> <li>Client Solutions Advisory</li> <li>Customer and Client Focus</li> <li>Referral Identification</li> <li>Risk Management</li> <li>Client Experience Branding</li> <li>Credit Documentation Requirements</li> <li>Credit and Risk Assessment</li> <li>Pipeline Management</li> <li>Referral Management</li> <li>Attention to Detail</li> <li>Collaboration</li> <li>Issue Management</li> <li>Prospecting</li> <li>Relationship Building</li> </ul> Minimum Education Requirement: High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent Shift:1st shift (United States of America) Hours Per Week: 40

Bank of America

Business Solutions Advisor -  Woodfield Financial Center

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. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day. Being a Great Place to Work is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. This includes our commitment to being a diverse and inclusive workplace, attracting and developing exceptional talent, supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness, recognizing and rewarding performance, and how we make an impact in the communities we serve. Bank of America 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 Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us! Job Description: At Bank of America, each day brings innovation and opportunity. We are dedicated to turning technology advances into treasury solutions for our clients globally - across all segments and industries. We are looking for highly motivated, self-starters who can advocate for our clients in providing liquidity management, payments and receipts, trade and supply chain finance, FX and commercial card services, by complementing high tech with a personalized touch. Challenge the status quo and influence peers with diverse points of view. Forward thinkers with ability to see what's next in treasury management. The future of treasury management is here at Bank of America. Powered by people. Driven by Technology. The Commercial Card Product Development team plays a pivotal role in managing and shaping the commercial card platforms that define how our corporate clients engage with our products. This role is crucial in driving the transformation of our digital platforms, simplifying the client experience, identifying opportunities for operational excellence, and streamlining client access to our tools. As a Platform Transformation Specialist, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including product partners, sales, operations, and technology— to drive and execute the vision, strategy, design, and integration of our platform ecosystem. You will reimagine the future of our platforms, ensuring they meet both business goals and regulatory requirements while offering an intuitive, cohesive experience for our clients. Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Support client migration initiatives as part of a broader platform transformation strategy, ensuring smooth transitions with minimal disruption to both client and internal operations</li> <li>Develop a standardized migration framework that can be adopted across the business, ensuring consistency and acting as the subject matter expert for platform and/or product migrations</li> <li>Help drive creation, evolution, and execution of card platform strategy, focusing on providing a seamless, user-friendly experience for clients</li> <li>Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of platform strategies, making data-driven adjustments to optimize outcomes</li> <li>Implement a Voice of Client / Voice of Associate framework to align platform strategies with user needs, continuously integrating feedback into the platform development process</li> <li>Drive continuous improvement by staying ahead of industry trends and competitive insights, challenging the status quo, and proactively driving innovation based on client expectations and emerging technologies.</li> <li>Promote the platform strategy by creating engaging content, socializing the strategy with key stakeholders, and driving adoption through training and communications</li> <li>Build and maintain strong relationships with business leads, technology teams, and external partners to ensure alignment and drive successful execution of the platform roadmap</li> <li>Deliver on platform enhancements, improving user experience and expanding client self-service options</li> </ul> Required Qualifications: Inclusive and Inspiring: Seeking motivating team players who value collaboration, celebrating shared success and who actively seek and appreciate diverse thoughts and backgrounds Authentic and Passionate: Seeking highly engaged teammates whose intensity and intentions align and are enthusiastic about the work we are doing for our clients and in our communities Innovative and Curious: Seeking teammates with out-of-the box ideas and solutions, who embrace change with a future-forward mindset, and are looking to challenge the status quo Confident and Agile: Seeking strong communicators who value giving and receiving feedback, easily build relationships, and who are quick thinking, flexible, and always learning and sharing knowledge <ul> <li>Minimum of 6 years’ experience in platform strategy, transformation, or client migration efforts, ideally within financial services or the card industry</li> <li>Proven success managing multi-year, large-scale transformation or integration projects</li> <li>Strong blend of business and technical acumen, with a deep understanding of platforms, integration methodologies (e.g. APIs), and the ability to convert client and associate feedback into actionable strategies</li> <li>Strong sense of intellectual curiosity and the drive to deliver results</li> <li>Exceptional skills in collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders. Proficient in translating complex strategies into clear, concise messaging for various audiences.</li> <li>Manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously</li> <li>Create and present strategies to senior leadership</li> <li>Experience working with cross-functional teams across global time zones, fostering strong working relationships</li> <li>A team player who adapts to changing priorities, with demonstrated leadership in driving initiatives and overcoming project challenges</li> <li>Agile principles and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) knowledge</li> <li>A highly motivated individual who can thrive in ambiguous environments and strives to deliver high-impact results while continuously improving</li> <li>A customer-first approach, always seeking to enhance client experiences and drive business growth</li> <li>Ability to work in-office 3 days per week</li> </ul> Desired Qualifications: <ul> <li>Bank of America or similar financial institution knowledge</li> <li>Platform strategy expertise</li> <li>Various platform strategies across the industry knowledge</li> </ul> Minimum Educational Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Skills: <ul> <li>Problem-Solving Skills</li> <li>Organizational Skills</li> <li>Project Management Skills</li> <li>Verbal Communication Skills</li> <li>Written Communication Skills</li> <li>MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Visio)</li> </ul> Shift:1st shift (United States of America) Hours Per Week: 40

Treasury Product Manager - Platform Transformation Specialist

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. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day. Being a Great Place to Work is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. This includes our commitment to being an inclusive workplace, attracting and developing exceptional talent, supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness, recognizing and rewarding performance, and how we make an impact in the communities we serve. Bank of America 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 Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us! Job Description: This job is responsible for providing risk oversight and advice to the Line of Business (LOB) on risk management issues. Key responsibilities include identifying risks to which the LOB is exposed, implementing measures to prevent and mitigate losses, and monitoring risk outcomes. Job expectations may include the ability to recognize all risk categories including credit, market, operational and compliance, as well as directing risk staff or participating in establish risk management procedures and standards. Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Participates in establishing risk management procedures and standards</li> <li>Conducts execution of risk framework activities including independent monitoring and testing of controls and risk management processes for the Line of Business (LOB)</li> <li>Liaisons with businesses to understand market trends and impacts on portfolio, using knowledge of stress testing and its applicability to risk categories</li> <li>Ensures adherence to the policies and procedures established by the company</li> <li>Manages risk requests, breach remediations and providing risk effective challenges for front line units</li> <li>Develops risk management analyses, reports, and approval procedures and guidelines on risk limits by type of product and/or transaction</li> </ul> Managerial Responsibilities: This position may also have responsibilities for managing associates. At Bank of America, all managers at this level demonstrate the following responsibilities, in addition to those specific to the role, listed above. <ul> <li>Diversity &amp; Inclusion Champion: Models an inclusive environment for employees and clients, aligned to company D&amp;I goals.</li> <li>Manager of Process &amp; Data: Demonstrates deep process knowledge, operational excellence and innovation through a focus on simplicity, data based decision making and continuous improvement.</li> <li>Enterprise Advocate &amp; Communicator: Communicates enterprise decisions, purpose, and results, and connects to team strategy, priorities and contributions.</li> <li>Risk Manager: Ensures proper risk discipline, controls and culture are in place to identify, escalate and debate issues.</li> <li>People Manager &amp; Coach: Provides inspection, coaching and feedback to motivate, differentiate and improve performance.</li> <li>Financial Steward: Actively manages expenses and budgets in alignment with objectives, making sound financial decisions.</li> <li>Enterprise Talent Leader: Assesses talent and builds bench strength for roles across the organization.</li> <li>Driver of Business Outcomes: Delivers results by effectively prioritizing, inspecting and appropriately delegating team work.</li> </ul> Key Requirements: <ul> <li>Minimum of 5 years of risk management, risk quantitative/qualitative modeling or other experience in the financial services industry</li> <li>Proficiency with analysis of financial data and quantitative techniques (linear/logistic regressions, clustering algorithms, data transformation techniques, etc.)</li> <li>Proficiency with programming (Python or R) and Excel and best practices around coding</li> <li>Strong analytical mindset and effective problem-solving skills</li> <li>Attention to detail and ability to work with minimal supervision</li> <li>Experience with data analytics and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Alteryx, MicroStrategy)</li> <li>Strong personal drive, individual initiative, a sense of urgency, and responsiveness, with a desire to grow, learn, and take on increasing levels of responsibility</li> <li>Demonstrates commitment to excellence by anticipating needs, mitigating risks and minimizing potential problems</li> <li>Ability to multi-task with excellent time management skills, manage projects and pivot between tactical and strategic tasks</li> <li>Prior exposure to liquidity, capital or interest risk management a plus</li> </ul> Skills: <ul> <li>Analytical Thinking</li> <li>Coaching</li> <li>Critical Thinking</li> <li>Liquidity Management</li> <li>Collaboration</li> <li>Oral Communications</li> <li>Portfolio Analysis</li> <li>Presentation Skills</li> <li>Written Communications</li> <li>Issue Management</li> <li>Monitoring, Surveillance, and Testing</li> <li>Regulatory Compliance</li> <li>Technical Documentation</li> <li>Trading Strategy</li> </ul> Shift:1st shift (United States of America) Hours Per Week: 40

Financial Risk Analytics Manager

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. 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. 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. As a Financial Solutions Advisor within the centralized segment of the Advisor Development Program, your journey begins by obtaining your Securities Industry licenses, where you receive dedicated and personalized classes for your Securities Industry Essentials [SIE], Series 7 and Series 66 Exams. Once you obtain your licenses, you will be taught the foundational skills needed to be an advisor – from acquiring, building and managing client relationships to considering a client’s complex financial picture and guiding them with advice and solutions to help them live their best financial lives, all while humanizing financial interactions. You will then join the centralized team as a Financial Solutions Advisor. The Financial Solutions Advisors in the centralized segment are phone-based licensed advisors (obtaining series 7 and 66 required) that provide clients with holistic financial advice and guidance by identifying broader product and service solutions that meet their investment, savings and liability management solutions. FSA’s demonstrate knowledge of investments and financial markets and apply key principles appropriate to the individual client's investment needs. Additionally, they align Merrill and Bank of America products and services where appropriate. We will equip you with everything you need, as you move through the stages of development and move into the Merrill Financial Advisor role. During this stage of your journey, you will receive the necessary training and guidance through a defined path to become the financial advisor you want to be. You will have the opportunity to work with both affluent and high net worth clients, identifying needs, developing relationships, reviewing investment goals, and preparing investment recommendations that align with the goals of both existing and prospective clients. Once you have honed your skills and demonstrated success as an FSA, you typically will progress into the next stage of training and development as a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor (MFSA). This role within the Advisor Development Program provides the opportunity to pursue a career within Merrill Wealth Management. The Academy will support you along the way with dedicated programs, tools and resources throughout your career journey. We’ll help you <ul> <li> Build a successful career at Bank of America through world-class training and on-boarding programs that set you up for success.</li> <li> Get training and one-on-one coaching from Academy managers who are invested in your success.</li> <li> Grow your business knowledge by using a defined consultative approach with clients to systematically identify client needs and appropriate solutions.</li> <li> Earn your Security Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7 and Series 66 licenses (63 &amp; 65 accepted, in lieu of 66) though structured lessons and dedicated study time. You must obtain your SIE within 60 days of being hired &amp; your Series 7 &amp; 66 within 120 Days - a requirement for the role.</li> <li> Build your network. Starting at a financial center, you’ll interact with banking customers, small business owners and higher net worth clients alike. You’ll be able to leverage our relationships with one out of two households in the U.S. to help eventually grow your business.</li> <li> Provide end-to-end comprehensive advice, deliver client reviews/presentations with confidence and recommend strategies to help clients achieve their financial goals and life priorities.</li> <li> Collaborate with core banking and investment partners. Connect clients to all of the solutions we provide through Bank of America and Merrill to meet virtually all of their financial needs.</li> </ul> As an Advisor Development Program Financial Solutions Advisor in the centralized segment you can look forward to <ul> <li>Unlimited potential for financial growth.</li> <li>A strong referral base from across the business through our relationship with one in every two households.</li> <li>Managing a portfolio of clients by providing exceptional client care with industry leading products, services, and education.</li> <li>Robust marketing support to reach wider audiences with greater appeal. </li> <li>Ongoing professional development to deepen your skills and optimize your practice as the industry evolves and changes.</li> <li>Opportunities to connect with experts including small business consultants, mortgage lenders and investment advisors.</li> </ul> We’re a culture that <ul> <li>Believes in responsible growth and has a proven dedication to supporting the communities we serve.</li> <li>Provides continuous training and developmental opportunities to help people achieve their goals, whatever their background or experience.</li> <li>Believes diversity makes us stronger, so we can reflect, connect to, and meet the diverse needs of our clients and customers around the world.</li> <li>Is committed to advancing our tools, technology, and ways of working. We always put our clients first to meet their evolving needs.</li> </ul> Required Qualifications: <ul> <li>Displays confidence working in a sales role</li> <li>Builds strong client relationships through effective communication and collaboration</li> <li>Displays a proactive mindset and effective time management</li> <li>Demonstrates a results-driven mindset and prioritizes client interests</li> <li>Identifies appropriate client solutions through application of learnings and new information</li> <li>Applies relevant regulatory due diligence in daily activities and creating long-term client strategies</li> </ul> Desired Qualifications: <ul> <li>Bachelor’s degree and/or a minimum of one year of financial services industry or sales experience</li> <li>Learns and adapts to new technology or applications</li> <li>Executes multiple tasks simultaneously</li> </ul> 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. Shift:1st shift (United States of America) Hours Per Week: 40

Advisor Development Program - Financial Solutions Advisor Trainee (Centralized) - Springfield, IL Merrill Office

Job Description: At Bank of America, we’re creating real, meaningful relationships with individuals and businesses across the country. Each day, we connect with 67 million clients through a growing specialist workforce and our world-class digital platform. With each relationship and connection, we are looking to provide care and guidance for our clients when they need us most – whether they are just starting out, buying a home, building a family or planning for retirement. As part of our commitment, we are looking for the next generation of Financial Advisors—those with a passion for growing a long-term career and a drive to make our clients’ financial lives better. If you are an individual who is passionate about helping clients reach their financial goals, join Bank of America and become an investment specialist in one of over 4,000 financial center locations nationwide. From day one, you will receive training from our-award winning Academy at Bank of America, including hands-on practice, personalized coaching and dedicated support throughout your on-boarding experience. The Academy offers a defined path to becoming an advisor through a multi-stage training program, one that provides you with the necessary experience and skills to succeed in your role and throughout your career journey. As a Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I (FSA I), your journey begins obtaining your Securities Industry licenses, where you receive dedicated and personalized classes for your Securities Industry Essentials [SIE], Series 7 and Series 66 Exams. Once you obtain your licenses, you will be taught the foundational skills needed to be an advisor – from acquiring, building and managing client relationships to considering a client’s complex financial picture and guiding them with advice and solutions to help them live their best financial lives, all while humanizing financial interactions. Once you have reached your key milestones, you will begin working in a financial center where you will help to deliver Bank of America’s core banking, investment solutions and approach to client care. We will equip you with everything you need as you move through the stages of development Once you have demonstrated success as a licensed Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I, you will typically progress into the next role, Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II, where you will continue to practice the skills you’ve learned by growing and deepening relationships within a portfolio of clients. As a successful Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II, you will have the opportunity to advance in many roles within Bank of America and Merrill. The Academy will support you along the way with dedicated programs, tools and resources throughout your career journey. 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 your position requires SAFE Act registration, you will be 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 your immediate termination. We’ll help you • Build a successful career at Bank of America through world-class training and on-boarding programs that set you up for success. • Get training and one-on-one coaching from Academy managers who are invested in your success. • Grow your business knowledge by using a defined consultative approach with clients to systematically identify client needs and appropriate solutions. • Earn your Security Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7 and Series 66 licenses (63 &amp; 65 accepted, in lieu of 66) though structured lessons and dedicated study time. You must obtain your SIE within 30 days of being hired &amp; your Series 7 &amp; 66 within 120 Days - a requirement for the role. • Build your network. Starting at a financial center, you’ll interact with banking customers, small business owners and higher net worth clients alike. You’ll be able to leverage our relationships with one out of two households in the U.S. to help eventually grow your business. • Provide end-to-end comprehensive advice, deliver client reviews/presentations with confidence and recommend strategies to help clients achieve their financial goals and life priorities. • Collaborate with core banking and investment partners. Connect clients to all of the solutions we provide through Bank of America and Merrill to meet virtually all of their financial needs. As a Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I, you can look forward to • Unlimited potential for financial growth. • A strong referral base from across the business through our relationship with one in every two households. • Managing a portfolio of clients by providing exceptional client care with industry leading products, services, and education. • Robust marketing support to reach wider audiences with greater appeal. • Ongoing professional development to deepen your skills and optimize your practice as the industry evolves and changes. • Opportunities to connect with experts including small business consultants, mortgage lenders and investment advisors. We’re a culture that • Believes in responsible growth and has a proven dedication to supporting the communities we serve. • Provides continuous training and developmental opportunities to help people achieve their goals, whatever their background or experience. • Believes diversity makes us stronger, so we can reflect, connect to and meet the diverse needs of our clients and customers around the world. • Is committed to advancing our tools, technology, and ways of working. We always put our clients first to meet their evolving needs. Required skills: • Sets and accomplishes goals, achieving whatever you put your mind to. • Is comfortable in a sales role, finding ways to nurture strong relationships with prospective clients. • Communicates clearly and confidently with clients from all walks of life. • Works well with others and collaborates productively to get things done. • Can manage complexity, prioritize tasks and execute in a fast-paced environment. • Likes to learn on your feet, adapting to new information and seeking the right solutions for clients. • Efficiently manages your time and capacity. • Is thorough and will incorporate relevant regulatory due diligence into daily to-do’s and long-term strategies for clients. Desired skills: • Strong computer skills with an ability to multitask in a demanding environment. • A bachelor’s degree, or 1-2 years’ experience working in the financial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded. • Experience assessing client needs, identifying/recommending solutions, and building/managing client relationships. Shift:1st shift (United States of America) Hours Per Week: 40

Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I-Registration Candidate-Consumer Investments - Central Chicago Market, Niles FC

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. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities, and shareholders every day. Being a Great Place to Work is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. This includes our commitment to being an inclusive workplace, attracting and developing exceptional talent, supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness, recognizing and rewarding performance, and how we make an impact in the communities we serve. Bank of America 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 Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us! As a Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I (FSA I), your journey begins obtaining your Securities Industry licenses, where you receive dedicated and personalized classes for your Securities Industry Essentials [SIE], Series 7 and Series 66 Exams. Once you obtain your licenses, you will be taught the foundational skills needed to be an advisor – from acquiring, building, and managing client relationships to considering a client’s complex financial picture and guiding them with advice and solutions to help them live their best financial lives, all while humanizing financial interactions. Once you have reached your key milestones, you will begin working in a financial center where you will help to deliver Bank of America’s core banking, investment solutions and approach to client care. We will equip you with everything you need as you move through the stages of development. Once you have demonstrated success as a licensed Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I, you will typically progress into the next role, Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II, where you will continue to practice the skills, you’ve learned by growing and deepening relationships within a portfolio of clients. As a successful Financial Solutions Advisor Stage II, you will have the opportunity to advance in many roles within Bank of America and Merrill. The Academy will support you along the way with dedicated programs, tools, and resources throughout your career journey. 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 your position requires SAFE Act registration, you will be 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 your immediate termination. We’ll help you: <ul> <li>Build a successful career at Bank of America through world-class training and on-boarding programs that set you up for success.</li> <li>Get training and one-on-one coaching from Academy managers who are invested in your success.</li> <li>Grow your business knowledge by using a defined consultative approach with clients to systematically identify client needs and appropriate solutions.</li> <li>Earn your Security Industry Essentials (SIE), Series 7 and Series 66 licenses (63 &amp; 65 accepted, in lieu of 66) though structured lessons and dedicated study time. You must obtain your SIE within 30 days of being hired &amp; your Series 7 &amp; 66 within 120 Days - a requirement for the role.</li> <li>Build your network. Starting at a financial center, you’ll interact with banking customers, small business owners and higher net worth clients alike. You’ll be able to leverage our relationships with one out of two households in the U.S. to help eventually grow your business.</li> <li>Provide end-to-end comprehensive advice, deliver client reviews/presentations with confidence, and recommend strategies to help clients achieve their financial goals and life priorities.</li> <li>Collaborate with core banking and investment partners. Connect clients to the solutions we provide through Bank of America and Merrill to meet virtually all their financial needs.</li> </ul> Required Qualifications <ul> <li>Aptitude in obtaining required industry licenses.</li> <li>Must be self-disciplined in managing time and capacity.</li> <li>Experience in cultivating client relationships, accessing needs and recommending solutions.</li> <li>Success creating strong peer relationships through effective communication and collaboration.</li> <li>Demonstrates a results-driven mindset while prioritizing client’s interest in a complex, fast-paced environment.</li> <li>Executes multiple tasks simultaneously.</li> <li>Learns and adapts to new technology or applications.</li> </ul> Desired Qualifications <ul><li>Bachelor’s degree and/or a minimum of one year of financial services industry or sales experience</li></ul> Skills <ul> <li>Advisory</li> <li>Account Management</li> <li>Client Experience Branding</li> <li>Customer and Client Focus</li> <li>Oral Communications</li> <li>Issue Management</li> <li>Client Solutions Advisory</li> <li>Pipeline Management</li> <li>Active Listening</li> <li>Attention to Detail</li> <li>Risk Management</li> <li>Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines</li> <li>Client Management</li> <li>Causation Analysis</li> <li>Written Communications</li> </ul> Weekly Hours - Monday thru Friday, some Saturdays required Shift:1st shift (United States of America) Hours Per Week: 40

Financial Solutions Advisor Stage I-Registration Candidate-Consumer Investments - Downtown Chicago, IL

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. 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. 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 working with high-net worth clients with annual revenues of $100k-$5mm, identifying needs, developing relationships, reviewing investment goals, and preparing investment recommendations that align with the goals of both existing and prospective clients. Key responsibilities include leveraging technology to achieve business growth goals, profiling activities to determine a client's investor profile and financial resource objectives, building a sustainable book of business, and providing opportunities for advisors to pursue a career within the bank. 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: <ul> <li>Provides tailored and personalized advice to clients through reviews and presentations, including assessing financial goals and recommending investment advisory strategies</li> <li>Communicates solutions to clients that are best suited for their financial needs, such as core Banking, and Investment and Life Priority™ solutions</li> <li>Partners with Financial Advisor teams to build their network by sharing relevant market developments and discussing new products (as appropriate) in an effort to promote portfolio growth</li> <li>Understands and accesses the full breadth of resources across the bank to benefit clients or prospects</li> <li>Develops and grows a book of business to meet and exceed pre-defined financial targets to measure their ability to progress to the next phase as an advisor</li> <li>Prioritizes client requests and makes introductions to appropriate internal service providers based on client needs and asset thresholds</li> </ul> The Advisor Development Program (ADP) Journey: During this stage of your journey, the Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor (MFSA) will help provide you with the necessary training and guidance through a defined path to become a successful and independent financial advisor. You will have the opportunity to work with both affluent and high net worth clients, identifying needs, developing relationships, reviewing investment goals, and preparing investment recommendations that align with the goals of both existing and prospective clients. In this role you will develop the relationship management skills necessary to operate in an Elite Growth Practice (EGP). From marketing yourself to managing your own practice, we’ll prepare you with everything you need as you develop within your role. The MFSA role provides experienced advisors the opportunity to pursue a career within Merrill Wealth Management. Once you have honed your skills and demonstrated success as a MFSA, you typically will progress into the next stage of training. Located in a Merrill branch. We’ll help you: <ul> <li>Get training and one-on-one mentorship from managers who are invested in your success. You’ll enroll in our Academy to develop as an advisor; the potential for growth is yours! </li> <li>Build connections to grow your network and business. Starting at a Merrill branch, you’ll interact with Merrill financial advisors, institutional retirement participants and higher net worth clients.</li> <li>Deliver advice through client reviews/presentations with confidence, including reviews of financial goals, and recommend investment advisory strategies to help clients achieve their financial goals.</li> <li>Learn about the full suite of financial solutions. Connect clients to solutions that are in their best interest, such as core Banking, Investment &amp; Life Priority™ solutions, through Bank of America and Merrill to meet their financial needs.</li> </ul> As a Merrill FSA, you can look forward to: <ul> <li>A strong referral network from across the business to increase opportunities for affluent and high net worth client acquisition and provide access to partners who are specialists in their field.</li> <li>Marketing strategies to reach wider audiences with greater appeal.</li> <li>Ongoing professional development to deepen your skills and optimize your practice as the industry evolves.</li> <li>Potential Opportunities for professional growth.</li> <li>Leadership opportunities, including leading client and conference seminars</li> </ul> We’re a culture that: <ul> <li>Is committed to building a workplace where every employee is welcomed and given the support and resources to build and advance their careers. Along with taking care of our clients, we want to be a great place for people to work, and we strive to create an environment where all employees have the opportunity to achieve their goals.</li> <li>Believes diversity makes us stronger so we can reflect, connect to and meet the diverse needs of our clients around the world.</li> <li>Provides continuous training and developmental opportunities to help employees achieve their goals, whatever their background or experience.</li> <li>Is committed to advancing our tools, technology and ways of working. We always put our clients first to meet their evolving needs.</li> <li>Believes in responsible growth and is dedicated to supporting communities around the world by connecting them to the lending, investing and giving they need to remain vibrant and vital.</li> </ul> Required Qualifications: <ul> <li>Currently holds Series 7 &amp; 66 (63 &amp; 65 in lieu of 66) licenses</li> <li>Two years' experience working in the financial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded</li> <li>Minimum of one year experience in the investments industry, including investment training and in-depth knowledge of investment products and services</li> <li>Self-starter who efficiently manages time and capacity</li> <li>Sets and accomplishes goals, achieving whatever you put your mind to</li> <li>Builds and nurtures strong relationships</li> <li>Collaborates effectively with others to get things done</li> <li>Communicates effectively and confidently and is comfortable engaging all clients</li> <li>Manages goals, navigates complexity, prioritizes tasks and executes in a fast-paced environment</li> <li>Likes to learn, adapts to new information and seeks the right solutions for clients</li> <li>Thorough and thoughtful in incorporating relevant regulatory due diligence into daily activities and long-term strategies for clients</li> </ul> Desired Qualifications: <ul> <li>Proven ability to partner and promote lead generation</li> <li>Experience balancing investment management, sales activities, and new client development</li> <li>Strong computer skills and the ability to multitask in a demanding environment</li> <li>Bachelor's degree, preferably in business-related field</li> <li>Achieved additional professional designations such as Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and/or Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC)</li> <li>Obtained insurance licenses ​</li> </ul> Skills: <ul> <li>Account Management</li> <li>Client Investments Management</li> <li>Client Management</li> <li>Client Solutions Advisory</li> <li>Relationship Building</li> <li>Advisory</li> <li>Business Development</li> <li>Fraud Management</li> <li>Pipeline Management</li> <li>Portfolio Management</li> <li>Client Experience Branding</li> <li>Issue Management</li> <li>Prospecting</li> <li>Referral Identification</li> <li>Sales Performance Management</li> </ul> Shift:1st shift (United States of America) Hours Per Week: 40

Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor - Chicago West Market

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. 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. 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 working with high-net worth clients with annual revenues of $100k-$5mm, identifying needs, developing relationships, reviewing investment goals, and preparing investment recommendations that align with the goals of both existing and prospective clients. Key responsibilities include leveraging technology to achieve business growth goals, profiling activities to determine a client's investor profile and financial resource objectives, building a sustainable book of business, and providing opportunities for advisors to pursue a career within the bank. 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: <ul> <li>Provides tailored and personalized advice to clients through reviews and presentations, including assessing financial goals and recommending investment advisory strategies</li> <li>Communicates solutions to clients that are best suited for their financial needs, such as core Banking, and Investment and Life Priority™ solutions</li> <li>Partners with Financial Advisor teams to build their network by sharing relevant market developments and discussing new products (as appropriate) in an effort to promote portfolio growth</li> <li>Understands and accesses the full breadth of resources across the bank to benefit clients or prospects</li> <li>Develops and grows a book of business to meet and exceed pre-defined financial targets to measure their ability to progress to the next phase as an advisor</li> <li>Prioritizes client requests and makes introductions to appropriate internal service providers based on client needs and asset thresholds</li> </ul> The Advisor Development Program (ADP) Journey: During this stage of your journey, the Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor (MFSA) will help provide you with the necessary training and guidance through a defined path to become a successful and independent financial advisor. You will have the opportunity to work with both affluent and high net worth clients, identifying needs, developing relationships, reviewing investment goals, and preparing investment recommendations that align with the goals of both existing and prospective clients. In this role you will develop the relationship management skills necessary to operate in an Elite Growth Practice (EGP). From marketing yourself to managing your own practice, we’ll prepare you with everything you need as you develop within your role. The MFSA role provides experienced advisors the opportunity to pursue a career within Merrill Wealth Management. Once you have honed your skills and demonstrated success as a MFSA, you typically will progress into the next stage of training. Located in a Merrill branch. We’ll help you: <ul> <li>Get training and one-on-one mentorship from managers who are invested in your success. You’ll enroll in our Academy to develop as an advisor; the potential for growth is yours! </li> <li>Build connections to grow your network and business. Starting at a Merrill branch, you’ll interact with Merrill financial advisors, institutional retirement participants and higher net worth clients.</li> <li>Deliver advice through client reviews/presentations with confidence, including reviews of financial goals, and recommend investment advisory strategies to help clients achieve their financial goals.</li> <li>Learn about the full suite of financial solutions. Connect clients to solutions that are in their best interest, such as core Banking, Investment &amp; Life Priority™ solutions, through Bank of America and Merrill to meet their financial needs.</li> </ul> As a Merrill FSA, you can look forward to: <ul> <li>A strong referral network from across the business to increase opportunities for affluent and high net worth client acquisition and provide access to partners who are specialists in their field.</li> <li>Marketing strategies to reach wider audiences with greater appeal.</li> <li>Ongoing professional development to deepen your skills and optimize your practice as the industry evolves.</li> <li>Potential Opportunities for professional growth.</li> <li>Leadership opportunities, including leading client and conference seminars</li> </ul> We’re a culture that: <ul> <li>Is committed to building a workplace where every employee is welcomed and given the support and resources to build and advance their careers. Along with taking care of our clients, we want to be a great place for people to work, and we strive to create an environment where all employees have the opportunity to achieve their goals.</li> <li>Believes diversity makes us stronger so we can reflect, connect to and meet the diverse needs of our clients around the world.</li> <li>Provides continuous training and developmental opportunities to help employees achieve their goals, whatever their background or experience.</li> <li>Is committed to advancing our tools, technology and ways of working. We always put our clients first to meet their evolving needs.</li> <li>Believes in responsible growth and is dedicated to supporting communities around the world by connecting them to the lending, investing and giving they need to remain vibrant and vital.</li> </ul> Required Qualifications: <ul> <li>Currently holds Series 7 &amp; 66 (63 &amp; 65 in lieu of 66) licenses</li> <li>Two years' experience working in the financial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded</li> <li>Minimum of one year experience in the investments industry, including investment training and in-depth knowledge of investment products and services</li> <li>Self-starter who efficiently manages time and capacity</li> <li>Sets and accomplishes goals, achieving whatever you put your mind to</li> <li>Builds and nurtures strong relationships</li> <li>Collaborates effectively with others to get things done</li> <li>Communicates effectively and confidently and is comfortable engaging all clients</li> <li>Manages goals, navigates complexity, prioritizes tasks and executes in a fast-paced environment</li> <li>Likes to learn, adapts to new information and seeks the right solutions for clients</li> <li>Thorough and thoughtful in incorporating relevant regulatory due diligence into daily activities and long-term strategies for clients</li> </ul> Desired Qualifications: <ul> <li>Proven ability to partner and promote lead generation</li> <li>Experience balancing investment management, sales activities, and new client development</li> <li>Strong computer skills and the ability to multitask in a demanding environment</li> <li>Bachelor's degree, preferably in business-related field</li> <li>Achieved additional professional designations such as Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and/or Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC)</li> <li>Obtained insurance licenses ​</li> </ul> Skills: <ul> <li>Account Management</li> <li>Client Investments Management</li> <li>Client Management</li> <li>Client Solutions Advisory</li> <li>Relationship Building</li> <li>Advisory</li> <li>Business Development</li> <li>Fraud Management</li> <li>Pipeline Management</li> <li>Portfolio Management</li> <li>Client Experience Branding</li> <li>Issue Management</li> <li>Prospecting</li> <li>Referral Identification</li> <li>Sales Performance Management</li> </ul> Shift:1st shift (United States of America) Hours Per Week: 40

Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor - Mid Land Market

WHO WE ARERelation Insurance is a leading, innovative company with a strong commitment to excellence and a passion for delivering cutting-edge solutions to our clients. As a key player in the insurance market, we pride ourselves on our dynamic culture, collaborative environment, and continuous drive for success. With a rich history and a bright future ahead, we are looking for exceptional individuals to join our team and contribute to our ongoing growth and success. WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FORThe Senior Client Service Specialist assists the Account Management and Consulting teams in servicing and retaining clients. The Senior Client Service Specialist responds promptly to requests from clients, prospects and members of the production and account management staff. The individual in this role is expected to project a professional company image through all interaction with clients, insurance carriers, vendors, team members and others.A GLIMPSE INTO YOUR DAY<ul> <li>Provides ongoing administrative support and coordinates with Account Managers and other service team members to ensure that clients receive all key deliverables in a timely and accurate manner.</li> <li>Serves as a client advocate and a point of contact for assigned accounts.</li> <li>Assists in managing client expectations, service commitments, and anticipates needs of the client.</li> <li>Answers correspondence related to client’s employee benefit plans in a timely manner. Documents all client interaction and updates client service logs.</li> <li>Maintains client files accurately and consistently, responsible for proper documentation of files and proper communication in accordance with company workflow, procedures and best practices.</li> <li>Quickly identifies and resolves basic client service issues. Assists with identifying, conducting research, and resolving participant benefit issues. </li> <li>Conducts research on billing issues on behalf of the clients.</li> <li>Coordinates with clients on the accumulation of census data, history of plans, and all other data for insurance carrier quotes as directed. </li> <li>Researches client issues by contacting carriers and vendors on behalf of the client and determines when issues need to be escalated.</li> <li>Creates client monthly, quarterly and annual reports utilizing Relation templates and software.</li> <li>Provides client compliance support including ACA, SPD preparation, 5500 filings and actuary reports. </li> <li>Assists with managing open enrollment and the preparation of presentation materials, employee handouts, and other informational tools for client meetings.</li> <li>Enters benefit enrollments and terminations for assigned clients.</li> <li>Assists with the creation of client presentations using Excel and PowerPoint.</li> <li>Reviews Summary Plan Descriptions (SPD) from the carrier and compares it to the client's benefits for accuracy.</li> <li>Assists with creating spreadsheets and premium allocations.</li> <li>Prepares summaries of insurance with guidance from Account Manager and other service team members.</li> <li>Recommends process improvements as needed.</li> <li>Performs other projects, duties, and tasks, as assigned.</li> </ul>WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE IN THIS ROLE<ul> <li>A Life, Health and Accident License from state of domicile is required within 90 days of hire and must be maintained thereafter.</li> <li>High School Diploma or equivalent required.</li> <li>Minimum of 5+ years of Customer Service experience.</li> <li>At least 1-year previous Life, Health and Accident experience.</li> <li>Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred; may be required, depending on location.</li> <li>Working knowledge of insurance markets, products, services insurance ratings and underwriting procedures preferred.</li> <li>Prior experience with agency management systems software and online rating systems preferred.</li> <li>Proficient in using computers and Microsoft Office Suite (emphasis on Excel). Must be computer literate with the ability to learn new software.</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal and communications skills are required to maintain effective relationships with clients, co-workers, carriers, vendors, and others.</li> <li>Ability to work independently with limited daily supervision and to work effectively in a team environment.</li> <li>Ability to function effectively under tight time constraints, consistently meets strict deadlines, prioritize, and handle multiple tasks in a demanding work environment.</li> </ul>WHY CHOOSE RELATION?<ul> <li>Competitive pay.</li> <li>A safe and healthy work environment provided by our robust benefit program including family health and wellness programs, 401K, employee assistance programs, paid time off, paid holidays and more. </li> <li>Career advancement and development opportunities.</li> </ul>.Note: The above is not all encompassing of the full position description. Relation Insurance Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Relation, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is presented within this posting. You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. .$16.55 - $34.38

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