Private Client Investment Advisor

Darwin Hawkins; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Darwin Hawkins is assisting a leading international financial services firm in Dublin to appoint a Private Client Investment Advisor. The successful candidate will manage relationships with a portfolio of private clients, discuss investment themes, and communicate market developments clearly.

The role requires 3+ years’ experience in wealth management, native/ fluent Italian, and a solid grasp of financial markets. MiFID training or related certifications are advantageous for career progression.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience working with private clients in financial services
• Native or fluent Italian language skills
• Strong understanding of financial markets and investments
• Experience building and managing long-term client relationships
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts clearly

Responsibilities

• Client Relationship Management - Develop and maintain long‑term relationships with a portfolio of private clients
• Market Discussions - Communicate market developments, investment themes and broader economic trends to clients
• Stakeholder Engagement - Act as a key point of contact between clients and internal teams
• Client Service Excellence - Deliver a consistently high level of service through proactive engagement and communication
• Relationship Development - Build trust and credibility with clients while supporting long‑term retention initiatives
• Market Awareness - Maintain a strong understanding of financial markets, investment solutions and industry developments

Skills

Client relationships

Financial markets

Communication

Stakeholder management

Job description

Job Title: Private Client Investment Advisor

Location: Dublin

Our Client

Our client is a leading international financial services organisation with a growing presence across Europe. Due to continued expansion, they are seeking to appoint a Private Client Investment Advisor to join their Dublin-based team.

Why should you apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly successful international business in a client-facing role with significant exposure to financial markets, investments and relationship management.

The role offers the opportunity to work closely with a portfolio of sophisticated private clients, developing long-term relationships while building expertise across investment solutions, market developments and portfolio-related discussions. This position will suit an ambitious financial services professional looking to take the next step in their career within a growing and dynamic environment.

Who should apply?

This role will suit candidates currently working within Wealth Management, Private Banking, Investment Management, Financial Advisory or Relationship Management functions.

• 3+ years' experience working with private clients within financial services
• Native or fluent Italian language skills
• Strong understanding of financial markets, investments and broader economic developments
• Experience building and managing long‑term client relationships
• Ability to communicate complex financial concepts in a clear and engaging manner
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Positive, client-focused approach with a genuine interest in helping clients achieve their financial goals
• MiFID qualification, regulatory training or relevant financial services certifications would be advantageous

Role and Reporting Lines

Reporting into the Client Relationship team, responsibilities will include:

• Client Relationship Management - Develop and maintain long‑term relationships with a portfolio of private clients
• Market Discussions - Communicate market developments, investment themes and broader economic trends to clients
• Stakeholder Engagement - Act as a key point of contact between clients and internal teams
• Client Service Excellence - Deliver a consistently high level of service through proactive engagement and communication
• Relationship Development - Build trust and credibility with clients while supporting long‑term retention initiatives
• Market Awareness - Maintain a strong understanding of financial markets, investment solutions and industry developments