Senior Financial Advisor (66323)

Job title: Senior Financial Advisor
Job type: Full-time
Emp type:
Salary type: Market related
Location: Cape Town
Job published: 28 May 2026
Job ID: 66323

Job Description

Investec is a globally recognised specialist bank and wealth manager, delivering exceptional client experiences through innovative financial solutions and a culture grounded in entrepreneurship, professionalism, and long-term relationships

This is an exciting role for a client centric, experienced financial adviser to build a rewarding advisory career within the Private Banking division leveraging the Invest and Insure capability across Private Bankingand Wealth & Investment to deliver holistic seamless and comprehensive solutions to our clients

What makes this opportunity truly out of the ordinary

  • Access to an established Private Banking client base with a strong internal referral flow
  • The opportunity to advise high-net-worth and professional clients with complex financial needs
  • A fully integrated platform across banking, investments, and insurance - enabling true holistic advice
  • A collaborative working model with Private Bankers, Wealth & Investment, and specialist teams
  • The ability to build and scale a sustainable advisory practice within a trusted, premium brand
  • A long-term, relationship-led advice model (not transactional or product-driven)

Key responsibilities:

  • Build, develop, and manage a successful financial advisory practice within a private client environment
  • Deliver holistic financial planning, including:
  • Risk and protection planning
  • Retirement and pre-retirement planning
  • Estate and intergenerational wealth planning
  • Investment planning
  • Develop and implement customised financial solutions for clients
  • Conduct ongoing client engagement and regular financial reviews to ensure advice remains relevant
  • Build strong relationships with Private Bankers and internal stakeholders to deliver seamless client experience
  • Contribute to broader private client initiatives and collaborative team efforts
  • Support and mentor junior team members where applicable
  • Maintain accurate and compliant client records in line with regulatory requirements
  • Uphold Investec's client-centric approach and professional standards
  • Experience, skill and capability:
  • Relevant tertiary qualification; CFP® designation or working towards, would be preferrable
  • Minimum 5-7 years' experience in financial services, with a strong focus on financial advisory
  • Proven experience in delivering holistic financial planning solutions
  • Strong understanding of investment markets and long-term insurance products
  • Sound knowledge of applicable taxation and estate planning principles
  • Strong relationship management and client engagement capability
  • Commercial awareness with the ability to grow and sustain a client base
  • Consultative, client-centric approach to financial advice
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a high-performing team
  • Self-driven, proactive, and adaptable
  • High levels of professionalism and integrity

Investec culture

Our culture is grounded in collaboration, entrepreneurial thinking, and a commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients. We value individuals who are curious, adaptable, and client-focused, and who thrive in a dynamic, high-performing environment

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