Breaking into Financial Services Career with Charles Walker

Episode show notes

In this debut episode of Zombie Wealthcast, host Jordan sits down with Charles Walker, founder and CEO of Focus Selection. Charles shares his inspiring story, from joining the Air Force to becoming a leader in financial services recruitment.

We discuss the shifting landscape of the advisory world, including regulatory changes like RDR and Consumer Duty, the rise of AI and tech, and the massive generational wealth transfer on the horizon.

Charles also offers valuable advice for young professionals looking to break into the industry and what firms really look for in candidates today. A must-listen for anyone in or entering the financial planning space.

What we cover

In this episode, we dive into Charles Walker’s incredible journey from the Royal Air Force to founding Focus Selection. We explore the evolution of financial services recruitment, trends shaping the advisory world, generational wealth transfer, AI in finance, and what it really takes to build a successful career in the industry today.

Links

  • Follow Focus Search and Selection on LinkedIn

About Our Guest

Charles Walker is the Founder and CEO of Focus Selection, a specialist recruitment firm established in 2003, with a core focus on the financial services industry.

With over 20 years of experience, Charles brings a wealth of knowledge and deep industry insight to the table. From his early days in the Royal Air Force to building one of the most respected niche recruitment businesses in the wealth management space, his journey is a testament to resilience, integrity, and people-first leadership.

Charles is passionate about matching the right talent with the right opportunities, and his long-standing commitment to relationship-driven recruitment has earned him a strong reputation across the UK’s financial advisory sector.

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