Financial Advisor – Dubai, UAE

Prestige IFA Jobs; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Professional development

Relocation & visa sponsorship

International client base

Compliance backing

Career progression

Job summary

Prestige IFA Jobs in Dubai is seeking a skilled Financial Advisor to manage and grow a portfolio of international expatriate clients, delivering sophisticated financial planning across investments, retirement, and protection. You will work with a global client base from a dynamic overseas market.

The role requires UK advisory qualifications and 2–3 years of client-facing experience in wealth management, with strong knowledge of investments and pensions.

Qualifications

• UK financial advisory qualification essential (DipPFS, CISI Level 4, CFP or recognised equivalent).
• 2–3 years client advisory experience in financial services.
• Strong knowledge across investments, pensions and wealth management.
• International or expatriate client advisory experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert financial guidance and wealth management solutions to expatriate clients.
• Build client loyalty through high-quality advice and personal service.
• Complete financial fact-finds and risk profiling for each engagement.
• Produce tailored financial plans covering retirement, investments and protection.
• Deliver cross-border financial planning and international portfolio management.
• Advise on UK pension options, QROPS transfers and expatriate wealth strategies.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Expatriate client advisory

Education

DipPFS / CISI Level 4 / CFP or equivalent

Job description

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This is an international expatriate opportunity for qualified financial advisors seeking to work with a global client base from a dynamic overseas market.

About the Role

A career-defining opportunity for a skilled Financial Advisor Dubai UAE Multiple in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of international clients, delivering sophisticated financial planning solutions across investments, retirement, and protection. The role benefits from Dubai's status as an emerging hub for global wealth management.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert financial guidance and wealth management solutions to expatriate clients
• Build client loyalty through consistent, high-quality advice and personal service
• Complete thorough financial fact-finds and risk profiling for each client engagement
• Produce tailored financial plans covering retirement, investment, and protection requirements
• Deliver cross-border financial planning expertise and international portfolio management
• Advise on UK pension options, QROPS transfers, and expatriate wealth strategies
• Adhere strictly to regulatory compliance frameworks and industry best practices

Qualifications & Requirements

• UK financial advisory qualification essential (DipPFS, CISI Level 4, CFP or recognised equivalent)
• Proven client advisory experience of 2-3 years within the financial services industry
• Strong technical knowledge across investments, pensions, and wealth management
• Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills
• International or expatriate client advisory experience is a plus
• Commitment to professional standards, ethics, and regulatory compliance

What’s on Offer

• Competitive uncapped commission structure for high achievers
• Ongoing professional development and training initiatives
• Relocation assistance and visa sponsorship available
• Opportunity to develop an international client base across multiple markets
• Full administrative and compliance backing
• Career development within a fast-growing international advisory firm

About Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Dubai provides an exceptional environment for financial professionals, featuring modern infrastructure, a flourishing expatriate community, and attractive tax conditions. The city is well-connected within the international financial services network.

Applicants should have at least three (3) years’ client-facing experience in wealth management or life insurance advisory, along with recognised investment qualifications (e.g. CISI, CII, or equivalent). This is a performance-driven, client-facing role focused on building relationships, delivering tailored financial planning solutions, and achieving sustainable business growth.

UK-recognised financial advisory qualifications (DipPFS, CISI Level 4, CFP or equivalent).