IFA Administrator - Wealth Management
A fantastic opportunity to join one of the UK’s leading independent financial advisory and wealth management firms.
We are looking for those of you who wish to grow with us as a business in our Bromsgrove office with hybrid working opportunities. You will join us on a full-time, permanent basis and in return, you will receive a competitive salary plus a range of benefits.
This role is a core function within the business, as you will provide exceptional administrative and technical support to both our Financial Advisers and our clients. You will be responsible for ensuring delivery of good outcomes and ensuring our clients are put first in all that we do.
Key Responsibilities as our IFA Administrator will include:
- Client Liaison & Servicing – Act as the first point of contact for client queries. Provide excellent customer service to maintain strong relationships with adviser, client and support staff across all areas of the business
- Relationship Management – Work with advisers to ensure all clients requests are dealt with from start to finish in a timely manner, ensuring clear and concise communication though-out. Hold regular 1:1 meeting with advisers to set clear workflow priorities. Manage client expectations accordingly and keep them fully informed
- Provider & Third-Party Communication – Liaise with providers and investment platforms to ensure that client requests are followed up and escalated when necessary
- Administration Support - To provide technical and administrative support to allocated IFAs including pre-population of forms, money laundering, fact finds and management of incoming post. Preparation of client review packs, research, illustrations, liaison with the paraplanning team as needed, preparation of new business packs and submission of new business cases for processing, coordination / oversight of payment requests
- Maintenance of Client Records - ensuring all client data is accurate and kept up to date
- Continuous Process Improvements – Constantly look for ways to improve internal processes to support good client outcomes, highlighting any recommendations to the relevant stakeholders for review
- Policies and Procedures – Ensure that all internal policies are adhered to, and actions are in line with FCA guidelines.
What we are looking for in our ideal IFA Administrator:
- Experience is required within a Financial Services IFA support role, with sound knowledge of a variety of modern platforms
- Working knowledge of a variety of financial products, including pensions, investments, and protection.
- Experienced using all Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, Teams and Outlook.
- Able to use own initiative and takes ownership of any task through to completion, displaying a flexible and positive attitude.
- A focused individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a drive for quality and professionalism
- GCSE level A-C/5-9 in English and Maths
Benefits and Perks at AFH
- Flexible working & holidays - Enjoy flexible working and competitive holiday allowance, with annual buy & sell scheme options and your birthday off. Plus, additional holiday days for long service.
- Social perks - To recognise and celebrate employees' great work we are all invited to our annual Christmas and Summer parties.
- Pension - We offer a contributory pension scheme with Royal London as well as death-in-service benefit.
- Bonus scheme - All AFH employees are offered a competitive salary and a discretionary annual bonus, following completion of a year’s service.
- Health and wellbeing - The MediCash app puts your health in the palm of your hands. Claim cashback on a wide selection of health and wellbeing initiatives, including discounted health club memberships and free healthcare benefits.
- Professional development - We are committed to helping you reach your potential by offering tailored learning and development programmes to pursue your career goals.
- Shopping discounts - Our employees can choose from many retailers to get discounts or cashback on everyday purchases from our favourite high street clothing stores to our go-to supermarkets, as well as access to free online training courses.
Apply today to register your interest in joining our team, and learn more about what it is like to work here via our careers website.