With an unprecedented rise in demand for free debt advice expected due to the Coronavirus pandemic it has never been more important to assess the working conditions of advisers as this has a direct bearing on the service that it possible to provide people experiencing financial problems.
Earlier this year, Collaborate Research conducted qualitative and quantitative research with Institute of Money Advisers’ members into their workload and conditions potentially impacting on their wellbeing and ability to carry out their jobs. There was a high response rate with more than one-third of IMA members completing the survey and over 50 people participating in the qualitative interviews and group discussions.
The report has now been published and will be used by the IMA in its discussions with funders and employers to address the challenges affecting those working in the money advice sector.