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Posted 20 July, 2026

Mortgage and Protection Adviser

Trade Recruit
Chelmsford, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Trade Recruitis proud to be recruiting on behalf of one of our prestigious clients based in Thurrock.

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We are seeking an experiencedProtection Adviserto join a fast-growing, whole-of-market mortgage brokerage. Working closely with a team of mortgage brokers, you will advise clients on a wide range of personal and business protection solutions, supporting both retail and high-net-worth clients already engaged in financial services such as residential mortgages, commercial mortgages, and bridging finance. This role benefits from a consistent flow of warm, pre-qualified leads, allowing you to focus on advising, building trust, and developing long-term client relationships rather than sourcing business.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Advising clients on a wide range of personal and business protection products
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  • Working closely with mortgage brokers to support wider client needs
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  • Managing a portfolio of retail and high-net-worth clients
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  • Recommending appropriate protection solutions, including:
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  • Life Insurance
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  • Critical Illness Cover
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  • Income Protection
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  • Business Protection
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  • Advising on key business protection policies, including:
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  • Key Person Insurance
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  • Shareholder Protection
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  • Managing and progressing a pipeline of warm, pre-qualified leads
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  • Building strong, long-term client relationships
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  • Ensuring all advice is fully compliant with FCA and regulatory requirements
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  • Working towards and exceeding individual performance targets
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Requirements
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  • Minimum of 2 years experience in financial services or protection sales
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  • Proven track record in protection or insurance sales
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  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
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  • Confidence dealing with high-value and complex clients
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  • Target-driven with a strong commercial mindset
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Desirable:

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  • Experience advising on both personal and business protection
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  • CeMAP qualification (or willingness to work towards it)
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Whats on Offer

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  • £25,000 £30,000 basic salary (DOE)
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  • Uncapped commission structure
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  • All leads provided
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  • Strong, existing pipeline of engaged clients
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  • Exposure to high-net-worth and commercial clients
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  • Supportive, professional team environment
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  • Office-based role, Monday to Friday
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Location & Working Pattern

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  • Location: Thurrock (office-based)
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  • Working Pattern: Monday to Friday
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Apply Now

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If you're ready to take the next step in your career.

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