Financial Adviser

St. James’s Place; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial advisory firm seeks an Experienced Financial Adviser to provide comprehensive financial advice and build long-term relationships with clients. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience and a Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning. Key responsibilities include managing client portfolios and delivering bespoke advice on investments, retirement planning, and tax-efficient strategies. This role offers the benefit of innovative technology and administrative support to enhance client service.

Qualifications

• At least 3-5 years of experience as a financial adviser with a demonstrable record of success.
• Chartered or Certified status is desirable.
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients.
• Deliver bespoke financial advice across various areas including retirement and tax mitigation.
• Manage a portfolio of clients effectively.

Skills

Client Engagement

Financial Advice & Planning

Case Management

Regulatory Compliance

New Business Development

Collaboration

Continual Professional Development

Education

Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning (DipPFS or equivalent)

Job description

As an Experienced Financial Adviser, you will be responsible for providing comprehensive financial advice to a portfolio of clients, with the goal of building long-term, trusted relationships. You will leverage your extensive industry knowledge, experience, and St. James’s Place’s world-class investment solutions to provide tailored advice and solutions across a range of financial areas, including investments, retirement planning, estate planning, protection, and tax-efficient strategies.

In this role, you will be supported by our innovative technology, marketing, and administrative resources, enabling you to focus on delivering exceptional service to your clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong, lasting relationships with existing clients, ensuring regular reviews and adapting strategies in response to changes in circumstances, legislation, and markets.
• Financial Advice & Planning: Deliver bespoke, high-quality financial advice across a wide range of areas, including retirement planning, investment strategies, tax mitigation, protection, and estate planning.
• Case Management: Manage a portfolio of clients effectively, ensuring that all aspects of their financial plans are reviewed regularly and appropriately.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all advice and recommendations comply with current financial regulations, ethical standards, and St. James’s Place’s internal policies.
• New Business Development: Proactively identify and cultivate new business opportunities through referrals, networking, and personal connections, whilst maintaining a high standard of service to existing clients.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the wider team, including paraplanners and administration support, to provide seamless client service.
• Continual Professional Development: Keep up-to-date with the latest financial products, market trends, and regulatory changes to ensure advice is current, relevant, and impactful.

Skills & Experience

• Proven Track Record: At least 3-5 years of experience as a financial adviser, with a demonstrable record of success in advising clients on a wide range of financial matters.
• Financial Qualifications: Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning (e.g., DipPFS or equivalent) is essential; Chartered or Certified status is desirable.
• Client-Centric Approach: A deep commitment to providing exceptional client service and building long-term relationships.
• Strong Communication Skills: Ability to communicate complex financial concepts in a clear, accessible manner.
• Knowledge of Investment and Financial Products: Expertise in investment management, tax strategies, pensions, and protection products.
• Regulatory Knowledge: A solid understanding of regulatory frameworks, including MiFID, FCA regulations, and suitability requirements.
• Self-Motivated & Results-Driven: Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple clients and meet deadlines.