Our client is looking to welcome a Financial Adviser into their team in Ashford, Kent, to advise clients as appropriate to their circumstances and objectives. You will be responsible for delivering top-quality holistic financial planning advice to a portfolio of retail clients. Other responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Financial Adviser Job Role Provide technical and investment advice on all aspects of the client’s requirements and wealth management planning Create, build and maintain long-term client relationships through quality of service and advice Communicate information to clients in a manner appropriate for their level of understanding Maintain own knowledge of current affairs and the potential impact on client issues Explain the potential benefits and disadvantages of various products and services recommended to clients Conduct research and data analysis for both the client and special projects Keep up to date with all relevant regulations, legislation, policies and procedures relevant to the role Adhere to compliance procedures and comply with the regulations of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) Adopt an open, honest approach and deal with all aspects of client affairs with integrity The successful Financial Adviser will: have a Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a Financial Adviser capacity have a strong understanding of the full range of pensions and wealth management planning solutions be highly driven, self-motivated, have high initiative and be a good team player be able to research, analyse and interpret a diverse range of highly technical information possess excellent communication and negotiation skills have excellent literacy, numeracy, and IT skills be able to convey complex information to a wide variety of people with various levels of understanding, both written and verbally have an ethical and professional approach to work Financial Adviser - Qualification requirements We expect an individual in this role to hold the following qualifications: - The minimum level is a “Level 4” Diploma with the aim of achieving Chartered status