Salary guide
Debt Management Advisor
- Average salary
- £22,000 – £38,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
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- Over 8 million people in the UK seek debt advice each year
Other names this job is known by
- Debt Counsellor
- Money Advisor
Key responsibilities
- Advise clients on managing debt and finances
- Prepare budgets and repayment plans
- Negotiate with creditors
- Maintain accurate case records
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in finance, law, or social policy (advantageous)
- Experience in advice or support roles
- Communication and empathy
- IT and record-keeping skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Advisor
- Team Leader
- Service Manager
- Policy roles
How to get the job
- Study finance, law, or social policy
- Gain experience in advice or support roles
- Apply for adviser positions with charities or councils
- Progress with further training and specialisation
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