Trainee advisor

Trainee Financial Advisor – Abu Dhabi

Launch Your International Wealth Management Career.

Training in Mauritius | Placement in Abu Dhabi

We are offering a unique career-launching opportunity for driven individuals looking to break into international financial advisory.

The program begins with a two-month intensive training placement at an investment bank in Mauritius , followed by a full-time advisory role in the Abu Dhabi office. All relocation and logistical support is provided for both stages.

This is a full-time, overseas position starting soon with the next intake. Dates will be shared if you are selected for this program. Applicants must be prepared to relocate and committed to building a long‑term career in financial services.

Our client is a leading independent financial institution with ambitious plans for expansion in Abu Dhabi and the wider UAE. They remain at the forefront of independent advice‑driven financial planning and so are seeking people to work internationally.

The world of finance is a rapidly changing place, and the way in which they operate as a company is changing with it. The Trainee Development Program is your pathway into one of the world’s most dynamic and rewarding industries. The company CEO believes that training is the foundation of what they do and has developed a culture of continued career support, driving employees’ career aspirations.

Over the last 20 years, the Trainee Development Program has provided a steady stream of fresh, hungry talent to all parts of our business including wealth management, business development and marketing. Many of the industry’s most successful individuals are products of our client’s Trainee Development Program.

Their approach to development

The course is designed to give the right applicants the necessary tools and support to start their career in international wealth management & fintech. However, as with most things in life, the onus is on the individual to seize the opportunity.

The Trainee Development Program is designed to provide the right individual with an introduction into the business. As the industry changes and becomes increasingly tech driven, the skillsets they require change with it. Our client therefore increasingly seeks those with an interest in or an appetite to learn about tech driven financial solutions.

What to Expect?

In your first year, you will embark on a comprehensive journey within their academy, gaining valuable experience and knowledge in financial planning. You will learn about the client journey, report writing, various types of analysis, and how to effectively utilise our tools and processes. After completing your first year, you will have the opportunity to specialise your development toward becoming a Financial Planner.

They will also support you in pursuing any additional exams while offering ongoing development to advance your career.

Your future is more important than your past

Whilst they do not discount the value of a solid education and past career experience, they search first and foremost for the right attitude, a growth mindset and a burning desire to succeed. They care far more about your potential than your background. They will provide you with the tools, it’s up to you how you use them.

PLEASE NOTE THIS TRAINEE PROGRAM IS ALSO RUNNING FOR: Dubai, Abu Dhabi, New Zealand, Australia, Jakarta, Porto, Milan and Marbella…so, if you are currently eligible to live and work in those locations and have legal residence, don’t let anything stop you.

Please note that the January 2026 trainee intake quota have been filled, and the next intake will only be in 3-4 months from now. It is however good to apply NOW and get in the queue.

Please note: Applicants should have at least three (3) years’ client-facing experience in wealth management or life insurance advisory, with recognised investment qualifications (e.g. CISI, CII or equivalent). This is a performance-driven, client-facing role focused on relationship development and growth.