We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically strong Financial Planning professional to join our growing team. This role plays a key part in supporting advisers by delivering high-quality research, analysis, and suitability reporting, ensuring clients receive clear, compliant, and well-structured financial advice. The successful candidate will combine strong technical knowledge with excellent organisational and communication skills, contributing to positive client outcomes while operating within a regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Liaise with advisers to understand client objectives and gather any additional information required to complete suitability assessments
- Review fact-find data to develop a clear picture of each client’s overall financial position
- Investigate client queries thoroughly and provide clear, accurate responses
- Carry out comparative analysis to support well-informed client recommendations
- Conduct technical research as part of reviewing existing financial arrangements
- Perform tax planning assessments where appropriate
- Create and interpret cashflow models to support financial planning advice
- Prepare client suitability reports and correspondence within agreed timeframes, ensuring accuracy and clarity
- Produce annual review reports and client communications in line with agreed service levels
- Ensure all client-related work meets regulatory standards and is supported by appropriate documentation
- Adhere at all times to the requirements of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 and relevant Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) rules and principles
- Support positive client outcomes by following internal compliance policies and procedures, including those relating to financial crime prevention (e.g. Anti-money laundering, data protection, fraud, and anti-bribery)
- Stay informed of relevant developments in products, legislation, and technical guidance
- Maintain the required level of professional competence for the role
- Complete and accurately record ongoing continuing professional development (CPD)
Skills and Experience
- Holds a Level 4 Diploma (or equivalent qualification)
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisational and time management abilities
- Professional and confident telephone manner
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Good planning and coordination skills
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of race, sex, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or age. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regret that we may not be able to respond to every applicant individually. If you have not heard from us within 10 working days, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Your details will be handled in accordance with our privacy policy and in line with current data protection legislation. We may retain your information for future opportunities unless you request otherwise.