Trainee Investment Banking jobs

Date posted: 6 August 2025

Pay: £25,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Job Description:

Job Title: Trainee Broker – Commission Only

Location: The City of London

Company Overview: Thornton & Baines Legal Ltd, a reputable legal practice with over 20 years of experience, is expanding its team. We offer a self-employed, commission-only opportunity to join our firm, partnering closely with Thornton & Baines IFA Ltd, an Independent Financial Adviser company with over £150 million under management. Thornton & Baines leverages cutting-edge AI in our systems, ensuring our team stays at the forefront of the industry.

Role Overview: As a Broker at Thornton & Baines Legal, you’ll work with our extensive database of leads to generate client meetings. You will receive comprehensive training to provide top-tier legal advice in estate planning and develop effective sales techniques. No prior experience is required; our robust training program will take you from entry-level to a qualified estate planner. This is primarily an office-based position located in The City of London, with a pathway to becoming an Independent Financial Adviser.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver expert legal advice in Will writing, Trust planning, and Lasting Power of Attorney.
• Engage with potential clients, converting leads into business relationships.
• Make referrals to Thornton & Baines Independent Financial Advisers as necessary.
• Commit to continuous learning and knowledge-building in estate planning.
• Uphold the highest standards of integrity, professionalism, and ethics.

Requirements:

• Develop legal and financial knowledge to work towards the Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning (DipPFS).
• Ability to communicate effectively, fostering strong client relationships.
• Ensure documentation is completed and recorded correctly.
• Self-motivated and driven, with the capability to work independently within a team environment.
• Ensure accurate and thorough completion of all documentation.

What We Offer:

• Earnings Potential: OTE approximately £25,000 in Year 1, £35,000 in Year 2, and £60,000+ from Year 3.
• Qualification Support: All qualifications funded under the CII framework.
• Technology-Enhanced Processes: Benefit from AI-assisted operations.
• Client Bank Access: Direct access to a robust client base.
• Prime Location: Prestigious offices in The City of London.
• Growth-Oriented Environment: Support for professional development with a collaborative team.

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Job Type:

• Full-time

Projected Pay:

• £25,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Legal planning services
• Pathway to becoming an Independent Financial Adviser
• Comprehensive sales training (both hard and soft)

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Commission-based earnings
• Performance bonus

Location Requirement:

• Must be able to commute or relocate to London before starting work.

Experience:

• No prior experience is required.

Work Location:

• On site

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £25,000.00-£40,000.00 per year

Application question(s):

• How many years of work experience do you have with Legal Advice?
• How many years of work experience do you have with Financial Planning?
• Are you comfortable working in an onsite setting?
• Are you willing to undergo a background check, in accordance with local law/regulations?
• How many years of work experience do you have with Commission Work?
• Are you comfortable commuting to this job's location?
• Are you comfortable working in a hybrid setting?

Education:

• Bachelor's (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London EC3A