Financial Advisor

Recruiter:

The Recruitment Council

Job Ref:

Financial Advisor

Date posted:

Friday, July 24, 2026

Location:

Durban, South Africa

Salary:

Market Related

SUMMARY:
Financial Advisor

POSITION INFO:

Job Description

Role: Financial Advisor

Category: Wealth Management

Location: Durban

Are you a seasoned financial professional with a passion for guiding clients through complex investment and retirement landscapes?

Key Responsibilities:

As a Financial Advisor, you will provide personalized advice with a focus on investment portfolios, retirement planning, and wealth preservation. Your core duties will include:

Tailored Financial Planning: Conducting in-depth needs analyses to develop financial plans aligned with clients'''' life goals.

Retirement Expertise: Developing and implementing strategies for South African retirees and expatriates to ensure lifestyle sustainability.

Investment Guidance: Advising on offshore options, annuities, living annuities, and tax-efficient drawdown strategies.

Cross-Border Advisory: Navigating complex issues such as foreign pensions, dual tax residency, currency risk, and international estate planning.

Client Relationship Management: Building long-term relationships based on trust and transparency while conducting regular portfolio reviews.

Compliance & Technical Proficiency: Ensuring all advice remains compliant with South African financial legislation (FSCA, SARS, SARB) and managing client interactions through CRM systems like AtWork.

Role Requirements:

Our client is looking for an individual who balances technical mastery with exceptional interpersonal skills. To be considered, you should possess:

Educational Background: A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, or a related field.

Professional Designation: Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) designation or equivalent.

Extensive Experience: A minimum of 10 years in financial advisory, specifically focused on investments and retirement planning.

Proven Track Record: Demonstrated success working with high-net-worth individuals, retirees, and expatriates.

Licensing: RE5/RE1 certification as an authorized representative is required.

Essential Traits: High levels of integrity, empathy, resilience, and a problem-solving mindset.

Digital Proficiency: Comfort in conducting virtual consultations via Teams and proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets for financial calculations.

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