Independent Financial Advisor - #1696049

Fram are working with a Chartered Financial Planning firm with offices across the UK. Due to movement within the team our client is looking for a Financial Planner to take over a client bank covering Glasgow. The role is employed, and advisors are not required to bring clients with them, but to grow and develop the book for clients they are given. This firm also has an excellent reputation in Glasgow so has strong lead generation. Advisors have dedicated paraplanning and administration teams to support them. This is a great opportunity for an experienced advisor from either an independent or restricted background, who will struggle to move clients from their current firm. As a Chartered firm our client would like the advisor to be Chartered or close too.

The role is to provide clients with specialist advice on how to manage their money. It will involve researching the marketplace and recommending the most appropriate products and services available, ensuring that clients are aware of products that best meet their needs.

Responsibilities included :

•Contacting clients and setting up meetings, either within an office environment or in clients' homes or business premises

•Conducting in-depth reviews of clients' financial circumstances, current provision, and future aims

• Analysing information and preparing plans best suited to individual clients' requirements

•Completing risk analyses

•Researching the marketplace and providing clients with information on new and existing products and services

•Designing financial strategies

•Assisting clients to make informed decisions.

•Researching information from various sources, including providers of financial products

•Reviewing and responding to clients changing needs and financial circumstances

•Keeping up to date with financial products and legislation

A successful candidate will be an experienced Chartered Financial Advisor or working towards Chartered status. Although my client may consider Diploma if you are happy to complete the chartered exams. Have experience of growing and managing a diverse client bank. Be Glasgow based and happy to go to office at least 3 days a week for client meetings.