Financial Adviser

Financial Adviser / Wealth Manager – City of London | Hybrid | Up to £130,000 + 50% Bonus + Equity

Salary: Up to £130,000 base (DOE) + .42% bonus on new AUM + 10% discretionary annual bonus + share options

Working pattern: Hybrid — 2 days per week in the office

We are working with an independent manager-owned boutique wealth management firm based in the City of London to recruit an experienced Financial Adviser or Wealth Manager on a permanent, hybrid basis.

This is a rare opening at a firm that combines the personalised service of a boutique with the full infrastructure of a larger organisation — in-house discretionary investment management, dedicated paraplanners, compliance professionals, marketing support, and warm inbound leads. You will advise high-net-worth individuals and families on complex financial needs across investments, pensions, tax, and estate planning, with a client AUM profile typically ranging from £500k to £10m+.

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This role would suit an Adviser who thrives on developing client relationships and has a proven approach to new business acquisition, but is seeking the backing of a forward-thinking firm. You’ll receive full financial support, backed by a strong operational infrastructure, giving you the platform to accelerate your growth and maximise your potential.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

- Base salary up to £130,000 depending on experience

- .42% bonus on new AUM introduced (threshold of £625,000 a quarter) — example: onboard £10m AUM and earn approximately £31,500 bonus

- Up to10% discretionary annual bonus

- Share option scheme — equity participation for long-term wealth creation

- Hybrid working — 2 days per week in a modern City of London office

- Warm inbound referrals and digital marketing support provided

- Top-quartile investment portfolios managed by an in-house investment team

- Full paraplanning and compliance support

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

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• Advising HNW clients across a broad range of financial matters including investments, pensions, tax planning, and estate planning
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• Building strong, trust-based client relationships and conducting regular portfolio and financial plan reviews
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• Developing new business through referrals, professional networking, and strategic partnerships
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• Collaborating with paraplanners, investment analysts, and the compliance team
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• Operating in a consultative, client-first manner — no hard sales or product-pushing culture
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Required:

- Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning (DipPFS or equivalent) — essential

- Solid experience delivering holistic financial advice to HNW clients with complex needs

- Proven ability to build and retain client relationships and grow AUM

- Confident in new client acquisition through referrals and professional networks

- Entrepreneurial mindset balanced with appreciation for structure and support

Desirable:

- Experience advising clients in the £500k–£10m+ AUM range