Mortgage Advisory Jobs & Recruitment Solutions
The mortgage market continues to evolve, with hiring demand increasing as firms look to strengthen and grow their advisory teams. However, attracting experienced mortgage advisors remains a challenge, with many candidates already engaged, highly selective, or influenced by counteroffers and competing opportunities.
The mortgage market continues to evolve, with hiring demand increasing as firms look to strengthen and grow their advisory teams. However, attracting experienced mortgage advisors remains a challenge, with many candidates already engaged, highly selective, or influenced by counteroffers and competing opportunities.
Are you trying to build a mortgage team quickly in a market where qualified advisors are already being approached by your competitors? Or are you a mortgage advisor who sat tight when the market was difficult and is now looking for the right opportunity as conditions improve?
MCS Group has been recruiting mortgage advisor jobs across Northern Ireland and the UK for over 30 years. We work exclusively with lenders, networks and brokerages, giving you access to mortgage jobs and mortgage broker roles that are not advertised publicly.
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Hiring Mortgage Advisors in a Recovering Market
When the mortgage market slows, advisor numbers contract. When it recovers, firms that need to rebuild their teams quickly find themselves competing for a smaller pool than they expected. Experienced mortgage advisors who held their CeMAP qualification through the difficult period are now fielding multiple approaches. The firms that move decisively get the people they want. The ones that run a slow process get whoever is left.
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Mortgage and Protection Advisors
Protection is an increasingly important part of the advice conversation. Firms that can place advisors who are confident selling protection alongside mortgage advice generate more revenue per client and build stronger relationships. We recruit mortgage and protection advisors who can handle both sides of the conversation, not just advisors who will need to be trained up on protection from scratch.
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Building a Mortgage Team
If you are expanding your mortgage function, whether ahead of a product launch, into a new geography or following an acquisition, we can help you hire at scale without cutting corners on quality. We know which advisors are performing well in the current market and which ones are open to a move before they have made it public.
Mortgage Roles We Recruit For
We recruit mortgage advisors and protection advisors across Ireland, the UK and the US, for lenders, broker networks and independent brokerages.
We recruit Mortgage Advisors who can guide clients through the full mortgage process, from initial enquiry to completion. They combine strong product knowledge with the ability to deliver clear, compliant advice tailored to individual circumstances.
We place Mortgage and Protection Advisors who can advise on both lending and associated protection products. They understand how to structure holistic solutions, balancing client needs with regulatory requirements and commercial outcomes.
We recruit Mortgage Brokers who can access the whole market to find the most suitable products for their clients. They build strong lender relationships and are confident managing cases through to offer and completion.
We place Senior Mortgage Advisors who bring experience, credibility and a track record of delivering results. They can manage complex cases, support junior advisors and maintain high performance in a regulated environment.
We recruit Mortgage Managers who can lead teams, drive performance and ensure compliance across advisory functions. They combine commercial focus with strong leadership and a clear understanding of regulatory expectations.
We place Protection Advisors who specialise in life, critical illness and income protection products. They can assess client needs sensitively and provide advice that balances protection, affordability and long-term security.
Why Leading Companies Choose MCS
We have been placing mortgage advisors across the UK and Ireland for over 30 years, supporting lenders, broker networks and independent brokerages in building high-performing advisory teams.
As one of the first recruitment agencies in Northern Ireland to achieve Bronze Diversity Mark accreditation, we combine deep market knowledge with a strong understanding of the people behind the industry. We know how hiring decisions impact not just headcount, but revenue, client relationships and long-term growth.
Our experience spans both employed and self-employed mortgage advisor recruitment, giving us insight into platform structures, commission models and what drives candidate movement across the market.
Through our established partnerships, we provide access to high-quality mortgage advisors and broker talent, including candidates who are not actively seeking new opportunities.
30+ years’ experience in mortgage advisor recruitment
Exclusive partnerships with lenders, broker networks and independent brokerages
Access to roles not advertised publicly
Understanding of FCA requirements and compliance in mortgage hiring
4.9-star Google rating
Insight into candidate movement across the UK and Ireland mortgage market
Proven track record placing mortgage advisors across banks, networks and brokerages
Your Questions Answered
What mortgage jobs does MCS Group recruit for?
We recruit mortgage advisor jobs, mortgage and protection advisor roles, mortgage broker positions and mortgage manager appointments across Northern Ireland and the UK. We work with lenders, broker networks and independent brokerages of all sizes.
What qualifications do I need for mortgage advisor jobs?
Most mortgage advisor jobs require CeMAP qualification as a minimum. The Certificate in Mortgage Advice and Practice is the industry standard and is required to give regulated mortgage advice in the UK. Some roles will also expect experience with protection products alongside the core mortgage advice qualification. Speak to one of our consultants for a current view of what each role requires.
How long does it take to fill a mortgage advisor role?
For a mortgage advisor or mortgage and protection advisor role, a focused search typically takes two to four weeks from brief to offer. Experienced CeMAP qualified advisors are in demand and firms that move quickly through their process get the best outcomes. We advise on process speed as part of every search.
Do you recruit mortgage broker jobs as well as employed advisor roles?
Yes. We recruit for both employed mortgage advisor positions and self-employed mortgage broker roles across networks and independent brokerages. The structure that works best depends on your experience, your client base and what you want from the role. We can help you think through which arrangement suits your situation before you commit.
The People Behind Your Finance Hires
Name: Adam Macklin
Job Title: Head of Accountancy & Financial Services
Team: Financial Services
Years Experience: 15+
Adam leads our accountancy division, which focuses on recruiting for positions spanning both accountancy practice and industry & commerce markets. He oversees recruitment efforts for roles at both the Qualified & Transactional level, whether on a permanent or temporary basis. With a specialisation in Senior level appointments, Adam brings expertise in recruiting across all sectors within the Industry & Commerce market in both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
Name: Ruth Cox
Job Title: Recruitment Manager - Part Qualified & Transactional Finance I&C
Team: Accountancy and Finance
Years Experience: 6+
As a Recruitment Consultant for MCS Group, I specialise in the Part Qualified and Transactional Finance Space. 73% of job seekers say the process of looking for a job is one of the most stressful events in life. My role is to ensure professionals are furthering their careers to full potential without worrying about the process. Together we can dig deep to understand the best career fit by accessing current ability, personal aspirations, and motivations for the future. I take the stress out of the recruitment process by being there every step of the way and building genuine long-term relationships with professionals and clients.
Name: Brad Dempster
Job Title: Specialist Recruitment Consultant
Team: Accountancy Practice
Years Experience: 6+
Brad joined MCS Group in October 2024. In his role as a Specialist Recruitment Consultant, he works closely with accountancy practices and finance professionals across Belfast and the Greater Belfast area, supporting both clients and candidates through the recruitment process. His day-to-day focus is on understanding hiring needs within practice firms and matching them with talent at the right level, from early career through to senior leadership. Brad specialises in the accountancy practice market, covering areas including audit, tax, payroll, accounts, advisory and bookkeeping. He works across a wide range of roles, from trainee accountants and accounts technicians through to director and partner level appointments.
Adam Macklin
Head of Accountancy & Financial Services
Ruth Cox
Recruitment Manager - Part Qualified & Transactional Finance I&C
Brad Dempster
Specialist Recruitment Consultant
Ready to Hire or Find Your Next Mortgage Role?
Whether you’re scaling a team of high-performing advisors or looking for mortgage advisor jobs and broker roles that aren’t on the open market, we give you access to the people and opportunities that matter.