Independent Financial Adviser

AFH Wealth Management; England; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent financial advisory firm in the UK is seeking an Independent Financial Adviser to manage and grow an existing client portfolio. The role allows for home-based working while ensuring compliance with the firm's standards. Ideal candidates will have a diploma in Regulated Financial Planning and strong interpersonal skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, car allowance, and ongoing support for client development.

Benefits

Competitive salary with quarterly bonus

Car allowance and mileage reimbursement

Contributory pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Support to build client base

Qualifications

• Dedicated to client needs with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Experience in networking and business development.
• Professional and well-presented demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Build long-term client relationships and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Review and respond to clients' financial circumstances.
• Develop new business through referrals and marketing.

Skills

Client-centric approach

Interpersonal skills

Networking

Business development

IT proficiency

Education

Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning

Job description

Independent Financial Adviser – Canterbury & Surrounding Area

This is an opportunity to service and build upon an existing client portfolio on an employed or self-employed basis, delivering a consistent and outstanding client experience.

In this role, you will understand your clients' current and future financial goals and formulate easy-to-understand financial strategies, guiding your clients to financial independence.

This role offers home-based/remote working with access to office locations if preferred.

Key Responsibilities as Our Independent Financial Adviser Will Include

1. Developing an understanding of the AFH Financial Group’s strategy and core values, representing the AFH brand in a professional and courteous manner.
2. Complying with AFH’s advice process, maintaining regulatory competence, and KPI standards to ensure all activities meet the business standards. Continually drive improvements in the quality of advice and client files.
3. Maintaining Fit and Proper, and TCF requirements, in accordance with AFH Financial Group’s processes and procedures, and keeping personal CPD records and knowledge up to date.
4. Meeting regulatory requirements, including disclosure, costs of services provided, and advised products.
5. Following the Six-Stage Advice Process to build long-term relationships and deliver excellent client outcomes.
6. Reviewing and responding to clients’ changing needs and financial circumstances, and keeping introducers and clients updated on new financial products or legislative changes affecting their pensions, savings, investments, and financial plans.
7. Acquiring and developing new business from new/existing clients and professional introducers through personal planning, referrals, and company lead generation.
8. Optimising marketing opportunities, including social media and networking, to develop new business.
9. Maintaining good client and introducer relationships through meetings, seminars, and ongoing feedback.
10. Contacting clients to arrange meetings within office, at their homes, or virtually via Microsoft Teams.

What We Are Looking for in Our Ideal Independent Financial Adviser

1. Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning (or FCA approved equivalent) and maintaining CF30 status.
2. A client-centric approach with a well-presented, articulate manner, and dedication to doing right by clients.
3. Excellent interpersonal skills, approachability, professionalism, and IT proficiency to embrace virtual/digital communication methods.
4. Experience in networking, business development, and building relationships with affinity groups, business owners, entrepreneurs, and retail clients.

Benefits as an Independent Financial Adviser at AFH

• Competitive salary with quarterly discretionary bonus, uncapped earning potential, and fully covered business expenses.
• Additional client allocations from acquisitions and internal purchases, if joining as an employed adviser.
• Car allowance of £400/month and mileage reimbursement.
• Contributory pension scheme at 5% from AFH and 4% from employee salary sacrifice, plus death-in-service benefit at 6x salary.
• 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays.
• Support to build your client base and future value.
• Financial stability for transitioning to self-employment if desired.
• Client-centric proposition, trusted brand, ongoing learning, and development.
• AFH Platform for efficient, cost-effective solutions.
• Guaranteed exit plan and employee referral scheme.

With over 30 years of experience and more than 200 accredited advisers nationwide, AFH is one of the UK’s leading independent financial advisory firms.

If you or someone you know is interested in joining our growing community as an Independent Financial Adviser, please click ‘APPLY’ today or contact us via email. We look forward to hearing from you!