Financial Advisor

Aviva have an exciting opportunity for a Financial Advisor to join us in our Galway office on a 12 Month Fixed-Term Contract . Aviva Life Direct is one the fastest growing divisions in the Aviva Group and is of immense strategic importance in Aviva Ireland.

You, as part of the team, will be responsible for achievement of challenging performance targets, developing customer relationships with new and existing customers and ensuring the best possible customer outcomes.

Ideally QFA Qualification however, minimum APA Qualification required.

The successful candidates will provide professional advice, solutions and advise on Aviva products to meet the financial needs of customers and members of staff (using Aviva financial advice process with adherence to Aviva compliance standards).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• To provide professional advice and solutions on Aviva products; to meet the financial needs of customers and members of staff (using Aviva financial advice process with adherence to Aviva compliance standards).
• You will proactively manage existing customer base, establish and develop relationships with our clients ensuring they are receiving the benefit of the Aviva advice process through our contact strategy.
• Speak with prospective clients, answer questions & determine if you can help them.
• You will ensure that all advise given is compliant and in line with company policies, regulatory, professional and legal requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Aviva policies as well as all regulatory, professional and legal requirements.
• Provide professional best advice in developing clear financial plans for new and existing customers, while delivering superior customer satisfaction.
• Adhere to appropriate risk management procedures to control, monitor and report on business activities where required.

Skills and Experience:

• Ideally QFA Qualification however minimum APA Qualification required.
• Competent in all Microsoft office packages including Word and Excel.
• High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive & confidential situations.
• Attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a busy team.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills to ensure excellent client service and expedient business processing
• Keep up to date with all changes in the commercial environment.
• Completes Continual Professional Development (CPD) on an ongoing basis.

What will you get for this role?  

Flexitime from Day 1 meaning up to 12 additional Annual Leave days per year

A competitive market leading salary depending on skills, experience, and qualifications 

Generous pension (employee contribution matching of up to 14% if you contribute 8%)

Annual performance related bonus and pay review

Holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays, and the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days

Free car parking

Aviva Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme and Approved Profit Share Scheme

Cycle to Work benefit scheme

TaxSaver Travel Scheme

Family friendly parent’s (matching paternity and maternity leave) and carer’s leave.

Up to 40% discount for some Aviva products plus discounts for Friends and Family

Employee Assistance Programme

Professional qualification support and transparent career progression plans

Aviva is for Everyone

Our diversity and inclusion policies and initiatives are shaping an environment where everyone feels welcome regardless of age, disability, race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, culture, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, maternity or those with other caring responsibilities. Our approach helps to ensure that Aviva is a place which values difference and provides equal opportunities for all.

We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you.

Our smart working combines the benefits of flexibility with time together with colleagues.

We prefer all applications to be submitted online, however if you require an alternative method of applying, please contact

About Us

We help our 18 million customers to save for the future and manage the risks of everyday life. To give these customers the best possible products and service we know we must make Aviva the most attractive choice for talented, entrepreneurial people with diverse backgrounds and an evolving range of expertise and insight.

So, we’re passionate about helping our 22,000 people to do the best work of their lives, to enable them to make a positive difference to the lives of our customers.