Independent Financial Adviser

Independent Financial Adviser
Risca

Yolk Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a respected financial planning firm as they look to appoint an experienced Independent Financial Adviser. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who's passionate about providing clear, independent advice and helping clients achieve their financial goals.

You'll work with both new and long-standing clients, offering fully independent financial planning. This role focuses on building lasting relationships, generating new business opportunities, and delivering a consistent, high-quality service that puts clients' interests first.

What You'll Be Doing

Client Advice & Relationship Management

• Provide holistic, independent advice across investments, pensions, and protection in line with FCA guidelines.

• Conduct in-depth fact-finding meetings, analyse existing arrangements, and prepare tailored financial plans that reflect each client's goals and risk profile.

• Deliver regular client reviews, ensuring all ongoing service commitments are met and documented correctly.

• Keep detailed, compliant records of all client interactions and recommendations.

New Business Development

• Build and nurture new client relationships through networking, referrals, and professional partnerships.

• Confidently present the firm's investment and retirement propositions to new and prospective clients.

• Identify ways to enhance clients' financial wellbeing through suitable additional solutions or services.

Compliance & Consumer Duty

• Operate within FCA guidelines (COBS and SYSC) and uphold the firm's high compliance standards.

• Evidence good client outcomes in all areas of advice, ensuring complete transparency and suitability.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, product developments, and market changes.

Operational Support

• Work closely with the administration and paraplanning teams to ensure a seamless client experience.

• Share best practice and help shape the ongoing development of the firm's investment and retirement propositions.

• Contribute to a positive, professional, and ethical culture within the business.

What You'll Need

• Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning (minimum requirement).

• Ideally working towards Chartered Financial Planner status (or equivalent).

• A strong technical understanding of investments, pensions, protection, and tax planning.

• Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.

• A genuine commitment to delivering good client outcomes under the FCA's Consumer Duty.

What You'll Get in Return:

• Competitive salary of £50,000 and bonus scheme.

• Working hours are Mon- Thur 9-4.30 and 9-12 on Friday

• Full administrative and paraplanning support.

• Ongoing professional development and support towards Chartered status.

• A collaborative and supportive working environment.