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At James & Partners, our journey in the financial sector has been fast-paced and full of learning. In just 18 months, we’ve had the privilege of working with some of the most forward-thinking advisers and financial networks across the globe. And now, we’re proud to announce a major development that marks the next chapter in that journey.

I speak to roughly 20–30 financial advisers a week across multiple jurisdictions and client segments. The one theme threading through nearly every conversation: the financial advice landscape is changing fast.

Remote doesn't have to mean disconnected...

Every so often, we hear the same refrain: “But another recruiter offered to do it for 10%.” It’s a fair question for clients to ask—but it also reveals the difference between a transactional recruiter and a true talent advisory partner. If cost is the only differentiator, then something fundamental is being overlooked: the level of investment required to run a modern, high-performing recruitment and advisory service.

Why the Industry as We Know It Is Dying