Yes. Australia has strong demand for financial planners due to adviser shortages, growing superannuation balances, and complex retirement needs. Employers are hiring across advice, paraplanning, and compliance. Demand is evident in major cities and regional areas, with competitive packages for experienced and newly authorised advisers.
Yes, there is a high consumer demand for the financial space. Recent studies found that vacancies in financial services rose by 34% in May 2025 in Australia.
The advice gap widened after education and licensing reforms, and the ageing population sustains long‑term need for retirement planning. Quality‑of‑advice reforms are designed to improve access while maintaining consumer protections.
International graduates with Australian qualifications and strong communication skills are well placed to secure roles, especially after completing the Professional Year.
Plan pathways via skilled visa options and relevant business courses.
