Financial Advice Trainee (With Sponsored Level 4 Diploma)

📍 Location: London, UK (Hybrid – 3 days in office)
🕒 Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
💰 Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 per annum + discretionary bonus + full study support
🎓 Study Support: CII Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning or DipFA (LIBF)

About the Role

We’re offering a career-starting opportunity for a driven and ethical individual to join our advisory team as a Financial Advice Trainee. This role is designed for recent graduates or early-career professionals looking to enter the financial planning profession, with full sponsorship for an FCA-recognised Level 4 Diploma (CII or LIBF).

You’ll begin with the UK Financial Regulation module and build your technical and client-facing skills alongside experienced advisers and paraplanners. The role includes structured training, mentorship, and real responsibilities that will prepare you to become a fully qualified adviser.

What You'll Do

• Support financial advisers in preparing client suitability reports, investment proposals, and planning documentation
• Assist with client fact-finding and gather relevant financial information
• Liaise with product providers, platforms, and back-office teams to ensure accurate administration
• Maintain accurate and compliant client records in line with FCA requirements
• Stay current with UK financial regulation and evolving product knowledge
• Begin your regulated studies with full access to learning resources and paid study leave
• Shadow client meetings and gain insight into real-life financial advice delivery

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• A degree (2:2 or higher) in Finance, Economics, Law, Business, or a related subject
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong interest in personal finance, wealth planning, and ethical financial advice
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Willingness to commit to studying and passing the Level 4 Diploma
• Eligibility to work in the UK

Desirable:

• Exposure to financial services, either through work or study
• Familiarity with pensions, investments, or protection products
• Initial understanding of FCA regulations or progress on R01 / FSRE

What You’ll Get

• ✅ Full sponsorship for the Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning (CII) or DipFA (LIBF)
• ✅ Paid study leave and access to accredited learning materials
• ✅ Structured training programme led by experienced advisers
• ✅ Mentoring and regular feedback to help you develop professionally
• ✅ Clear path to Competent Adviser Status (CAS) and beyond
• ✅ Opportunities to grow into advisory, paraplanning, or specialist planning roles
• ✅ Friendly, professional culture focused on long-term career development

Your Career Path

Financial Advice Trainee → Associate Adviser → Qualified Financial Adviser → Senior / Chartered Financial Planner

How to Apply

If you're passionate about financial advice and ready to start your journey toward becoming a fully qualified adviser, apply now with your CV and a short cover note explaining why this path excites you.