Financial Planner

Start your career in financial planning and wealth management with a top-tier professional services organisation. This four-year development pathway will equip you to become a fully qualified Financial Planner – helping individuals and families structure their finances, grow their wealth and achieve lifelong financial goals.

You’ll work closely with experienced advisers from day one, gaining exposure to investment strategy, pensions, tax planning, and long-term financial modelling while building trusted client relationships.

• Be graduating by Summer 2026
• Have strong communication and relationship‑building ability
• Show interest in financial advice, investments, or taxation
• Be based within reach of Poole, or willing to relocate
• Have full right to work in the UK (confirm with recruiter if sponsorship required)
• Be available to start on 1 September 2026

• Years 1–2:
  Foundations
  • Study for and complete the CII Diploma in Financial Planning (fully funded)
  • Assist in building client financial plans based on goals and circumstances
  • Gather information from providers to assess client situations
  • Learn investment, retirement and tax‑efficient structuring options
  • Use professional client management systems and compliance processes
  • Prepare research and written reports with recommendations
  • Provide day‑to‑day support in client delivery and advice preparation
• Years 3–4:
  Progression to Adviser
  • Complete advanced qualifications (Chartered Financial Planner route)
  • Take responsibility for developing and presenting advice
  • Manage workflow to deliver excellent client service
  • Begin building regional client networks and supporting business development
  • Prepare for internal assessment to confirm competency as a Financial Planner

• Fully funded CII qualifications to Chartered level
• Study leave and structured learning plan
• Supportive mentorship and professional coaching
• Blend of virtual and classroom training
• Early exposure to clients, partners and specialist teams
• Clear career progression into a Financial Planner role upon completion

• Undergraduate degree completed or on track
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail
• Natural curiosity about personal finance and investment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence to build trust with clients over time
• High level of accountability and ownership
• Proactive, positive and adaptable under pressure
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills
• Willingness to travel occasionally and work flexibly

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Fully funded training and qualification pathway
• Long-term client relationships and meaningful career impact
• Inclusive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to advance into a regulated advisory role
• Coaching and support to become a Chartered Financial Planner