Lenham
Independent Financial Adviser / IFA
Salary: Up to £80,000 (DOE, qualifications, and AUM)
Location: Maidstone, Kent (Office-based)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP (Happy to wait for the right)
Are you a relationship-driven Independent Financial Adviser / Planner looking to join a truly client-centric, independent firm? A rare opportunity has opened up at a long-standing, family-run IFA practice in Maidstone, offering a relaxed, supportive environment and a loyal client base.
The Opportunity:
This role has become available due to the planned departure of a long-standing adviser. You’ll be joining a close-knit team of six, including three other advisers, in a scenic countryside office just minutes from the village. The firm is fully independent, operating under an umbrella, with no restrictions on advice or product selection.
What Makes This Role Unique:
- No sales targets – the focus is entirely on long-term client relationships
- Relaxed, dog-friendly office in a converted barn on a 5-acre plot
- Client-first ethos – many clients have been with the firm for 20–30 years
- Supportive team culture – collaboration and care are at the heart of everything they do
About You:
- Level 4 qualified (Chartered or working towards Level 6 preferred)
- Experience as an IFA with a strong relationship-building approach
- Ideally bringing a client bank, but not essential
- Comfortable working in a small, collaborative team
- Passionate about delivering high-quality, holistic financial advice
What’s on Offer:
- Competitive salary up to £80,000 (depending on experience and qualifications)
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays + 3 additional days over Christmas
- 6.5% pension contribution (to personal or workplace pension)
- Fully funded private healthcare
- Death in service benefits (being finalised)
- Fully funded exams and CPD
- Free on-site parking and separate client car park
- Flexible interview process (initial coffee/Teams chat, followed by office visit)
If you’re looking for a long-term home where you can focus on what matters most – your clients – this could be the perfect next step in your career.