Employed Financial Adviser

Anthony Alexandra; Guildford; Sur place; GBP 72 000 - 88 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Bonus structure

Group life assurance

Company pension

Résumé du poste

Anthony Alexandra in Guildford, a respected financial services firm, is seeking an experienced Financial Adviser to join its office-based team. This is a full-time role with a salary up to £80,000, plus a bonus, group life assurance and a company pension.

You will take responsibility for an established client portfolio, receive 2–3 qualified introductions weekly, and work with supportive admin and paraplanning teams to prepare and manage client work.

Qualifications

• Level 4 Diploma in Financial Advice or equivalent.
• Current CAS status.
• Experience in a Financial Adviser, Independent Financial Adviser (IFA) or Wealth Management role.
• Solid understanding of FCA regulations and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with ability to develop trusted client relationships.

Responsabilités

• Build and maintain lasting relationships with clients, providing tailored financial advice.
• Take ownership of an established client portfolio and perform regular reviews.
• Assess and recommend appropriate financial planning strategies and products.
• Prepare accurate, compliant suitability reports and document advice.
• Maintain CAS and ensure ongoing FCA compliance.

Connaissances

Interpersonal communication

Regulatory compliance

Financial planning

Analytical skills

Formation

Level 4 Diploma in Financial Advice

CAS - Competent Adviser Status

Description du poste

Independent Financial Adviser – Guildford, Surrey

An established financial services firm is looking to appoint an experienced Financial Adviser to join its team in Guildford. This is a full-time, office-based position offering a salary of up to £80,000, depending on experience, alongside a bonus structure, group life assurance and company pension benefits.

The Opportunity

• Location: Guildford, Surrey – office-based
• Salary: Up to £80,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus bonus
• Client Base: Take responsibility for an existing portfolio of around 50 clients from the outset.
• Business Development: Benefit from approximately 2–3 qualified client introductions each week, providing consistent opportunities to grow your portfolio.
• Dedicated Support: Work alongside experienced administrative and paraplanning teams who will assist with the preparation and management of client work.
• Advisory Approach: Prioritise long-term client relationships and personalised financial advice, without the pressure of a high-volume, target-driven sales environment.

Key Duties

• Build and maintain lasting relationships with clients, delivering tailored financial advice based on their individual circumstances and long-term objectives.
• Take ownership of an established client portfolio, carrying out regular reviews and identifying changing financial needs.
• Assess and recommend appropriate financial planning strategies and products in line with clients’ requirements.
• Prepare accurate, compliant suitability reports and ensure all advice is appropriately documented.
• Maintain Competent Adviser Status (CAS) and ensure ongoing compliance with FCA requirements and relevant financial services legislation.
• Keep technical knowledge up to date to ensure advice remains suitable, effective and compliant.

Skills and Experience

• Level 4 Diploma in Financial Advice or an equivalent recognised qualification.
• Current Competent Adviser Status (CAS).
• Previous experience in a Financial Adviser, Independent Financial Adviser (IFA) or Wealth Management position.
• A sound understanding of financial planning, FCA regulations and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to develop trusted, long-term client relationships.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to identify suitable solutions for a diverse range of client needs