Senior Financial Advisor – Dubai, UAE

International Financial Advisor Jobs; Dubai; On-site; AED 293,793 - 367,242; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship

Medical cover

Life insurance

Ongoing training and support

Job summary

A leading financial advisory firm in Dubai seeks experienced Senior Financial Advisors to build their own advisory businesses. This role offers a strong foundation with regulated platforms for delivering personalized financial advice. Advisors will have opportunities for leadership roles, supported by ongoing professional development and various benefits including visa sponsorship. Ideal candidates possess a degree, UK CISI qualifications, and a strong networking capability, with at least three years of client-facing experience.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years’ experience within an independent financial advisory or brokerage environment.
• Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) qualifications are distinct advantages.
• UAE market experience preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional advice across insurance and investment planning.
• Build and manage a long-term client portfolio.
• Prospect, develop, and close new business through networking.

Skills

Customer-centric approach

Strong communication

Networking ability

Financial awareness

Education

Degree holder

UK CISI Diploma Level 4 qualified or studying toward it

Job description

Senior Financial Advisor / Team Leader / Wealth Manager – Build Your Own Advisory Business

Our client is one of the largest independent, award‑winning financial services and insurance brokers in the Gulf region, with more than 20 years of established operations. With a strong and growing presence in Dubai, the firm operates a fully regulated platform supporting experienced advisors in building long‑term, sustainable advisory businesses.

Their client base reflects Dubai’s diverse population, supported by a multicultural advisory team representing over 40 nationalities. Advisors operate from prestigious offices in Emaar Square, serving clients across all communities with comprehensive financial and insurance solutions.

The Opportunity

This role is designed for experienced Independent Financial Advisors who want to build and own their own advisory business under a trusted and well‑established brokerage. Advisors with leadership ambition can progress into Team Leader or Sales Manager positions, with structured support to recruit, develop, and manage advisory teams.

This is not a salaried sales role. It is a performance‑driven, entrepreneurial opportunity focused on long‑term client relationships, recurring income, and professional ownership.

Relocation support to Dubai may be available for suitable international candidates.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Provide professional advice across Life Insurance, long‑term savings and investment planning, General Insurance, Employee Benefits, and personal lines
• Build and manage a long‑term client portfolio, generating renewal and trail income
• Prospect, develop, and close new business through networking, referrals, and lead generation
• Conduct in‑depth client meetings to understand financial goals and deliver tailored solutions
• Maintain accurate and compliant client records
• Service existing clients through regular reviews and ongoing financial planning
• Stay current with regulatory, legislative, and market developments
• Liaise with internal teams, providers, and external professionals such as accountants and solicitors
• For qualified candidates, recruit, mentor, and lead advisors as part of a Team Leader / Sales Manager role

What’s On Offer

• A regulated platform to build and scale your own advisory business
• Diversified income streams across Life, Savings (Education & Retirement), General Insurance, and Employee Benefits
• A proven long‑term earnings model, with established advisors achieving recurring annual income in excess of USD 100,000
• Potential access to structured financial support via advances against earned commissions
• Fully funded back‑office, compliance, and administrative support
• Clear progression into Team Leader and Sales Manager roles with override income
• Visa sponsorship, medical cover, and life insurance
• Ongoing professional development, including in‑house training and support toward UK Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) qualifications at no cost
• Attractive sales incentives, including international conventions and performance rewards

Candidate Profile

• A customer‑centric and ethical approach
• Strong communication and relationship‑building ability
• Confidence working independently while contributing within a team environment
• Proven networking, business development, and lead‑generation capability
• Sound financial awareness and commercial judgement
• Excellent organisation, planning, and time‑management skills
• Results‑driven mindset with a strong sales culture
• An existing client bank is advantageous but not essential

Experience & Qualifications

• Degree holder
• Ideally UK CISI Diploma Level 4 qualified, or studying toward it
• 2–3+ years’ experience within an independent financial advisory or brokerage environment
• Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) qualifications are a distinct advantage
• UAE market experience preferred, but not essential

Please note: Applicants should have at least three (3) years’ client‑facing experience in wealth management or life insurance advisory, with recognised investment qualifications (e.g. CISI, CII or equivalent). This is a performance‑driven, client‑facing role focused on relationship development and growth.