Independent Financial Advisor

Ferguson Dean Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive benefits

Paraplanning support

Job summary

Ferguson Dean Limited, a London-based IFA practice, seeks an adviser to take over an existing HNW portfolio (~£60m AUM) and to join a regionally backed firm. You will deliver exceptional client service, supported by paraplanning and admin, while focusing on client needs and compliant file-keeping.

The role involves reviewing portfolios, transitioning clients, and identifying additional opportunities within a private client-focused practice.

Qualifications

• Diploma Level 4 as a minimum, ideally working towards Chartered.
• Ability to manage and maximise portfolios, in line with TCF and FCA requirements.
• Knowledge of general planning and also ideally VCT, EIS and IHT matters.
• Use of Cash Flow modelling, ideally Voyant, would be beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Portfolio reviews with existing clients.
• Transition clients across with the business owner.
• Identify other needs for clients and potential referrals.
• Maintain up-to-date and compliant client files in conjunction with the technical team.
• Keep up to date CPD.
• Actively seek out new client opportunities as required.

Skills

Portfolio management

Client servicing

Financial planning knowledge

Education

Diploma Level 4 or higher

Tools

Voyant Cash Flow Modelling

Job description

A highly respected, successful IFA practice in London have been acquired by a leading regional firm. As such, they are looking for an adviser to join them to take over an existing portfolio of HNW clients. There is c. £60m AUM to manage with most clients across all ages/life phases. Clients are broadly in the c.£300k plus space. All paraplanning and administration will be provided, allowing you to focus on provided exceptional client service.

Package

• You will receive excellent salary and earnings (over six figures), executive benefits and technical/paraplanning support.

The company

• London based owner managed business, with the backing of a regional powerhouse. Independent and Private client focused

The Role

• Portfolio reviews with existing clients.
• Working with the business owner to transition clients across.
• Identifying other needs for clients, as well as any referrals possible
• Maintaining up to date and compliant client files in conjunction with the technical team.
• Keeping up to date CPD
• Actively seeking out new client opportunities as required

The candidate

• Diploma Level 4 as a minimum, ideally working towards Chartered
• Ability to manage and maximise portfolios, in line with TCF and FCA requirements
• Knowledge of general planning and also ideally VCT, EIS and IHT matter.
• Use of Cash Flow modelling, ideally Voyant, would be beneficial but not essential