Financial Advisor – Central Shoreline Market

Bank of America

Financial Advisor working with high-net worth individuals at Merrill. Responsible for developing client relationships and delivering investment advice and guidance in a collaborative environment.

Posted 7/15/2026full-timeHartford • Connecticut, Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $80,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial services and investment products, with a strong focus on client relationship management and customized financial solutions. Proven ability to meet performance goals through effective prospecting, networking, and collaboration with specialists.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Series 7 LicenseSeries 66 LicenseInvestment KnowledgeClient Relationship ManagementGoal-Oriented

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Hard Skills

Investment ProductsFinancial PlanningNeeds AssessmentPerformance GoalsAdministrative Compliance

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsEffective CommunicationTrust BuildingCollaborationFollow-Through

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Excel

Certifications & Qualifications

Series 7 LicenseSeries 66 License

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesInvestment IndustryProspectingNetworkingClient Needs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for working with high-net worth individuals identifying needs, developing relationships, reviewing financial goals, and delivering comprehensive recommendations that align with the goals of both existing and prospective clients
Develop a book of business in order to meet and exceed established performance hurdles
Effectively prioritize sourcing prospective clients, capitalizing on referrals, assessing customer needs, referring customers to the appropriate internal specialists, and executing highly customized solutions to meet client needs
Recommend investment products and services that are suitable for prospects based on their objectives, resources, time horizon, risk profile and preferences
Balance investment growth, referral activities, customer follow up, prospect building, administrative compliance, and personal growth and development according to both day-to-day and longer-term planning
Organize and manage resources (time, people, budget) to run a productive practice
Seek the expertise of specialists, where appropriate, to identify planning and investment strategies for a client
Complete mandated training, assessments, performance goals and continuing education requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Currently holds Series 7 & 66 (63 & 65 in lieu of 66) licenses
Minimum of one year experience working in the financial service industry and/or a sales environment where goals were met or exceeded
Minimum of one year experience in the investments industry, including investment training and in-depth knowledge of investment products and services
Proven ability to engage with and influence others
Exceptional interpersonal and relationship building skills
Effective communication skills (written and verbal)
Proven ability to quickly build trust and credibility
Proven ability to assess needs and recommend appropriate solutions/interventions
Proven ability to work collaboratively on a team and with key partners
Proven ability to listen and probe for clarity and understanding
Goal and results oriented
Entrepreneurial mindset with a proven ability to source clients through extensive prospecting and networking
Ability to work in an environment where the majority of your compensation is tied to your performance
Strong follow-through skills
Computer/technical literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel

Benefits

Comp & perks

access to paid time off
industry-leading benefits
training and one-on-one coaching from our award-winning Academy at Bank of America and local leadership