Job Title: Independent Financial Adviser (IFA)

Location: Southport, Merseyside

Salary: Up to £70,000 Bonus Scheme

Job Type: Full-time | Permanent

Advertised by: Recruit UK – Specialists in Financial Services Recruitment

Reference Number: 9803

Recruit UK is working on behalf of a highly respected, independent financial planning firm based in Southport. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Independent Financial Adviser (IFA) to join their team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an adviser who values flexibility, ethical advice, and long-term client relationships over product pushing and sales targets.

This is an existing Client Servicing position. You will be provided with a Client bank from day one.

The Opportunity:

You’ll be joining a firm that offers full back-office and compliance support, freeing you up to focus on providing high-quality, independent advice. Whether you bring your own client bank or are looking for fresh leads and introductions, the firm can accommodate the right individual.

This is a Client Servicing role, inheriting a large client bank of mixed background individuals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver independent financial planning advice to individuals and business clients
• Advise across pensions, investments, protection, and estate planning
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships based on trust and transparency
• Ensure compliance with FCA guidelines and internal policies
• Maintain up-to-date, accurate client records and suitability reports

What You Need:

• Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning (DipPFS / DipFA or equivalent)
• A track record of providing regulated financial advice
• Ability to build and maintain your own client relationships
• Strong ethics, professionalism, and self-motivation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive Base salary of up to £70,000 Company Bonus scheme of up to 15%
• Discretionary Bonus scheme
• Annual pay reviews
• Hybrid working
• Full paraplanning and administrative support
• Competitive benefits package
• Autonomy and flexibility to run your own diary
• Modern, centrally located office in Southport
• A supportive, client-centric working culture
• Potential for career progression and further qualifications

About Recruit UK:

As specialists in financial services recruitment, we bring unique expertise, insight, and connections, whether you are looking for a new job or are trying to fill a role. We have a reach of more than 100,000 financial services connections. Right now, Recruit UK is pleased to be working with an Independent Financial Planning firm in Southport on an Independent Financial Adviser role.

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