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A leading financial advisory firm is offering a Trainee Financial Advisor position in Dubai, starting on August 11, 2025. The role includes a comprehensive training program held in Mauritius, guiding individuals into a successful international career in wealth management. Candidates must possess a strong sales background and a willingness to learn about tech-driven financial solutions. Relocation support provided.
Trainee Financial Advisor – Dubai
Launch Your International Wealth Management Career
Training in Mauritius | Placement in Abu Dhabi or Dubai and elsewhere | August 2025 Intake
We are offering a uniquecareer-launching opportunityfor driven individuals looking to break into international financial advisory.
The programme begins with a two-monthintensive training placement at an investment bank in Mauritius, followed by a full-time advisory role in the Abu Dhabi or one od their other offices. All relocation and logistical support is provided for both stages.
This is a full-time, overseas position starting11 August 2025. Applicants must be prepared to relocate and committed to building a long-term career in financial services.
Our client is a leading independent financial institution with ambitious plans for expansion in Dubai and the wider UAE. They remain at the forefront of independent advice-driven financial planning and so are seeking people to work internationally.
The world of finance is a rapidly changing place, and the way in which they operate as a company is changing with it. The Trainee Development Program is your pathway into one of the world’s most dynamic and rewarding industries. The company CEO believes that training is the foundation of what they do and has developed a culture of continued career support, driving their employees career aspirations.
Over the last 20 years, the Trainee Development Program has provided a steady stream of fresh, hungry talent to all parts of their business including wealth management, business development and marketing. Many of the industry’s most successful individuals, many whom you will probably recognize regularly on LinkedIn, are products of our client’s Trainee Development Program.
Their approach to development
The course is designed to give the right applicants the necessary tools and support to start their career in international wealth management & fintech. However, as with most things in life, the onus is on the individual to seize the opportunity.
The Trainee Development Program is designed to provide the right individual with an introduction into the business. As the industry changes and becomes increasingly tech driven, the skillsets they require change with it. Our client therefore, increasingly seek those with an interest in or an appetite to learn about tech driven financial solutions.
What to Expect?
In your first year, you will embark on a comprehensive journey within their academy, gaining valuable experience and knowledge in financial planning. You will learn about the client journey, report writing, various types of analysis, and how to effectively utilise our tools and processes. After completing your first year, you will have the opportunity to specialise your development toward becoming a Financial Planner. They will also support you in pursuing any additional exams while offering ongoing development to advance your career.
Your future is more important than your past
Whilst they do not discount the value of a solid education and past career experience, they search first and foremost for the right attitude, a growth mindset and a burning desire to succeed. They care far more about your potential than your background. They will provide you with the tools, it’s up to you how you use them.
PLEASE NOTE THIS TRAINEE PROGRAM IS ALSO RUNNING IN: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, New Zealand, Australia, Jakarta, Porto, Milan and Marbella…so, if you are currently eligible to live and work in those locations and have legal residence, don’t let anything stop you.
Please note: This position would typically suit those keen on embarking on a career in financial services and wealth management. You ideally do have a good sales background of some sort. This position is NOT for someone from the accounting / auditing or financial management profession. This is a client facing, sales and targets driven profession. Please only apply if you have the required financial services sales aspirations
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Are you familiar in dealing with offshore / international life companies like Zurich, Utmost, Friends Provident RL360, Ardan, Hansard International, Friends Provident Internatonal, Sovereign Pension services, Investors Trust and others?
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