Value of CFA charter in UK

Water Cooler Careers
#1

In your opinion, what is the value of CFA charter in UK? Is it sought after by UK firms?

I am asking because I am contemplating moving to the UK from Canada after receiving the charter.

I currently work for an asset management buy-side firm in Canada, I am a CFA Level III candidate and a CFA regular member (in other words, 4 years experience already approved). I work in a front office support role and I also test changes to our trading software.

I’m in my early 30s.

Thank you

#2

It’s definitely less common than in Canada from what I gather. It’s definitely prestigious but as in most places, it might get you the interview but won’t make too much of a difference beyond that point.