Money Advisor Waterford City

MABS is a diverse and talented network of people committed to giving our clients caring and high quality advice, information and support on money matters. If you are interested in working within a dynamic, face-to-face money advice service, engaging with people from diverse backgrounds who are experiencing difficulty with debt, we would welcome your application to join the MABS network.

Please go to WWW.MABS.IE and follow the link for current vacancies which has all the information and application form. Closing Date for applications is 5pm on the 3rd April 2026

Key Responsibilities:

• To support the Service Delivery Manager in the development, implementation and coordination of policy, best practice and procedures within the context of the aims and objectives of MABS.
• To provide advice, support and advocacy in relation to money management and consumer debt.
• To advise, on a one-to-one basis, clients who are in debt, or in danger of getting into debt.
• To negotiate with creditors on behalf of clients, where necessary.
• To maintain complete and accurate records.
• To operate MABS’ special accounts in compliance with organisational policy.
• To keep up to date with legislation, policy and practice and to attend training courses, seminars and meetings as may be directed by the Service Delivery Manager and/or Regional Manager.
• To support the Service Delivery Manager with the preparation of reports, submissions and social policy work.
• To support the Service Delivery Manager in the planning and implementation of a Community Education / Debt Prevention Programme.
• To support the building and maintaining of effective working relationships with other agencies and organisations for the benefit of the MABS clientele.
• To participate in the development and delivery of strategies to promote the service through the use of local media, literature, exhibitions and other appropriate channels.
• To perform other duties, including regional responsibilities, as may be required and agreed with the Manager and/or Regional Manager from time to time, and may be specific to the requirements of a particular MABS company. 6 Funded and supported by the Citizens Information Board 2021 Money Adviser - Person Specifications Minimum Educational Qualifications and Work Experience:
• Hold a recognised third level qualification at a minimum of Level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications preferably in the area of Finance, Law, Social Science or Community Development.
• 3 years relevant work experience in one or more of the following areas; consumer debt, money management, finance or advocacy.

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Knowledge and understanding of the causes and effects of debt, and the money advice process, particularly to the disadvantaged and vulnerable in society.
• An understanding of money management, consumer debt and financial services.
• Demonstrated strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A strong awareness of quality customer service.
• Excellent interpersonal understanding.
• Experience of working in an advice / advocacy role with a diversity of individuals and groups, and particularly with people experiencing difficulty in coping with their situation.
• Proven ability to represent and negotiate on a client’s behalf.
• Ability to work effectively both on own initiative and as a member of a small team.
• Excellent organisational, administrative and IT skills.

Successful Candidate will:

• Be committed to the provision of a free, confidential, impartial and independent money advice service.
• Have a knowledge and understanding of the Money Advice and Budgeting Service.
• Be open to work unsocial hours as may be required from time to time and willing to attend evening and occasional week-end events.
• Be prepared to travel as required.

Job Types: Fixed term, Full-time

Pay: From €40,843.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program

Education:

• Advanced/Higher Certificate (required)

Licence/Certification:

• A Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person