Financial Advisor

About the Company

An established and highly respected independent financial planning firm is seeking an experienced Financial Adviser to join its growing team in Guildford. The business has built its reputation on doing the right thing for clients, placing long-term relationships, integrity and quality advice at the heart of everything it does.

About the Role

A Financial Planning role focused on advice, not sales targets. Unlike many advisory firms, advisers are not driven by aggressive sales targets, but there is an expectation that the adviser has the necessary soft skills to convert leads and nurture new and existing client relationships. This is an outstanding opportunity for an adviser who enjoys providing holistic financial planning and wants the security of an existing client bank alongside a steady stream of new opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver holistic, independent financial planning tailored to individual client needs.
• Manage and develop an inherited portfolio of approximately 50 clients.
• Conduct client meetings and ongoing review appointments.
• Build strong long-term relationships with both existing and newly introduced clients.
• Gather and analyse client information to understand objectives and financial planning requirements.
• Research suitable financial planning solutions and prepare clear recommendations.
• Produce accurate and compliant documentation supporting all advice provided.
• Deliver agreed service levels in a professional and timely manner.
• Maintain Competent Adviser Status and meet all regulatory requirements.
• Remain up to date with technical developments, legislation and FCA regulations.
• Follow internal compliance, training and competence procedures at all times.
• Complete ongoing CPD and continually enhance professional knowledge.

Qualifications

• Level 4 Diploma qualified and holding Competent Adviser Status.

Required Skills

• Proven experience as a Financial Adviser, Wealth Manager or Independent Financial Adviser.
• Strong understanding of FCA regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent relationship-building and client management skills.
• Ability to explain complex financial concepts in clear, straightforward language.
• Strong analytical and report-writing abilities.
• Professional, ethical and client-focused approach.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Pay range and compensation package

Up to £70,000 (Dependent on Experience).

This role would suit an adviser who is passionate about delivering outstanding client outcomes and wants to join a business where relationships, professionalism and high-quality advice are valued above sales activity.