Salaried Financial Planner (Client Portfolio Manager) | Newlands Cape Town

Employment Type: Permanent / Full-time

About the Client

Our client is a highly successful and growing Independent Financial Advisory based in Newlands, Cape Town, specialising in local and offshore wealth management. They pride themselves on a collaborative, high-performance team culture that actively supports continuous learning and personal career growth.

Unlike traditional commission-only environments, our client offers a competitive basic salary, an established client book, and a daily stream of prospective client leads.

• Meet with prospective and existing clients (virtually via Teams/Zoom or in person).
• Follow established onboarding processes to welcome and service new investment clients.
• Provide holistic financial advice covering local and offshore investment portfolios, tax planning, estate planning, and wills.
• Prepare and conduct structured investment reviews.
• Manage ongoing client queries, record-keeping, and FICA compliance with high attention to detail.
• Stay up to date with market trends, tax regulations, and investment vehicles.

• Experience: Minimum 37 years of experience as a Financial Planner / Investment Advisor.
• Education: Relevant tertiary degree (BCom, BBusSci, or Honours strongly preferred).
• Certifications: Must have passed the RE5 regulatory exam. CFP® designation (or actively studying towards it) is highly preferred.
• Languages: Fully fluent in English and Afrikaans (written and verbal).
• Tech Skills: Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfortable with virtual meeting platforms.
• Core Skills: Strong time management, exceptional communication skills, and an aptitude for continuous learning.

• Guaranteed Income + Upside: Stable monthly basic salary paired with uncapped commission and bonus potential.
• Zero Cold Calling: Access to an existing client book and warm daily incoming leads.
• Career Growth: A clear, structured career path designed for long-term financial growth.
• Great Culture: Work alongside a professional, supportive team in a modern office environment.