Independent Financial Advisor (IFA)
Salary: Negotiable | OTE - £120k+ (Depending on AUM & Experience)
Location: Winchester, Hampshire – Hybrid or Remote options available
Job Type: Full-time, Employed only
Start Date: Flexible – willing to wait for the right person
Are you a highly qualified and experienced Independent Financial Advisor / Planner / IFA with a strong client bank and a passion for strategic, long-term wealth management?
A growing, independent wealth management firm based in Winchester, Hampshire is looking for a senior-level IFA / Financial Planner / Wealth Manager to join their team in a pivotal role.
The Opportunity:
This is a rare opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm with a strong UK and international client base. The business is focused on organic growth and is seeking a senior adviser to help lead its UK wealth management expansion.
You’ll be working directly with the majority shareholder, with a clear path to becoming Head of Financial Planning in the coming years. This is a long-term, strategic hire for someone who wants to shape the future of the business.
Key Requirements:
* Minimum Level 4 qualified (Level 6 / Chartered / CIIM preferred)
* £10M+ AUM client bank (unrestricted and fully documented)
* Proven experience in financial planning, investment strategy, pension consolidation, and estate planning
* Comfortable working in a small, tech-enabled, self-sufficient environment
* Strong professional mindset and ability to hit the ground running
* Experience with discretionary advice and portfolio management is highly desirable
What’s on Offer:
* Employed role only – no self-employed models
* No bonuses – instead, regular salary reviews and increases based on performance and growth
* Flexible working – hybrid or fully remote options available
* Clear progression to Head of Financial Planning and future leadership
* Collaborative environment – work with the leadership team, not for them
* Autonomy – manage your own time, clients, and strategy
* Supportive culture – small, agile team with a focus on quality over quantity
If you’re a Chartered or highly experienced Financial Planner with a strong client base and a desire to shape the future of a growing firm, we’d love to hear from you.