Private Client Advisor (HNW/UHNW)

Job Description
We are working with a growing FinTech firm based in London who deliver institutional level solutions to highly sophisticated private investors. Due to significant and sustained growth, they are looking to add an experienced client advisor to their team. This is one of the most exciting FinTechs that have launched in recent years and already have significant Assets on board. Their culture is progressive, collegiate and is best described as high performance but low ego.
This position is with highly entrepreneurial firm who have disrupted the Private Wealth Asset manager space by utilising technology and data in innovative ways. In the last couple of years this firm have grown their client and asset base and are looking to grow their team as a result. Recent hires include talent from top tier Institutional, as well as Private Client, firms. More details on request, but it should be stressed that there are several differentiating factors this firm have compared to their competition in what is a crowded market. Perhaps best described as having the culture of a FinTech start up whilst delivering institutional level service to sophisticated investors.
They are looking for a well-rounded candidate who can look after a significant number of clients immediately. They are looking to hire an experienced investment advisor with an interest in re-inventing the wealth management industry and the attributes to be successful in a dynamic, collegiate and ego-free culture. They are looking for someone who can combine a commercial, yet consultative, approach to clients and who have a knowledge of sophisticated investment products along with having a deep understanding of the UK UHNWI market.
As with any role with a small, growing firm, this position will be broad in scope and there will be significant chances to take on responsibilities. Some key aspects of this role will include:
Be the Lead Adviser to a number of High Net Worth and Ultra High Net Worth Clients
Advise on all aspects of the Client’s Financial Life Plan and implications for wrappers and interaction with investment management
Contribute to firm’s approach to lifestyle financial planning
Be part of broader firm building initiatives
Whilst our client is prioritising the person over the CV, the ideal skill set would look like the following:
At least 5 years of experience in providing investment advice to sophisticated high net worth private clients
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain a substantial High Net Worth and Ultra High Net worth client base
Excellent technical knowledge of financial planning including trusts, pensions and intergenerational planning
Experience of financial planning software
Excellent communication skills essential
Advanced Diploma (or be within one exam of it) or Chartered/Certified Financial Planner (Level 6/7)
Detailed technical understanding of cash flow based planning
Inquisitive character with demonstrated desire to continue to learn and improve in relevant fields
Strongly motivated, sets demanding standards of personal excellence
Enjoys diving deep into the technology development process and seeks to streamline workflows
Independent thinker
Non-hierarchical and ego-free
Due to demand we are advertising this role anonymously. If you would prefer to speak to someone before submitting a CV, please send a blank application to the role and someone will be in touch to discuss.
We can only respond to highly qualified candidates.