The Job
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established financial planning firm for an experienced Paraplanner to join their growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong paraplanner who enjoys working closely with advisers to deliver high-quality financial planning solutions. You will provide comprehensive support across research, analysis and suitability report writing. Helping ensure clients receive tailored and compliant advice.
Working as part of a collaborative team, you'll manage cases from inception through to completion while playing a key role in maintaining exceptional service standards and client outcomes.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Conducting provider and product research, fund performance analysis and cashflow modelling.
Preparing bespoke and compliant suitability reports tailored to client needs.
Analysing Fact Finds and Know Your Client (KYC) documentation to identify suitable recommendations.
Supporting advisers with technical research and evidence-based recommendations.
Managing complex cases and resolving technical queries.
Maintaining your own workflow and meeting agreed deadlines and service standards.
Communicating effectively with clients, providers and colleagues.
Collaborating with the wider team to ensure a consistent and high-quality client experience.
Ensuring all work is completed in line with regulatory and compliance requirements.
The Candidate
The ideal candidate will have previous paraplanning experience within a financial planning environment and be confident producing high-quality suitability reports.
You will also have:
Strong technical knowledge of pensions, investments and retirement planning.
Experience with fund performance analysis, risk profiling and cashflow modelling.
Excellent report-writing skills and attention to detail.
The ability to interpret client information and produce suitable recommendations.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
A client-focused approach and excellent communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Teams.
Experience with financial planning software and platforms (Curo experience advantageous).
Qualifications
Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning (DipPFS) or actively working towards completion.
The Package
£35,000 - £41,200 salary
Hybrid working (up to 2 days from home following probation period)
33 days annual leave including bank holidays, increasing with service
10% non-contributory pension scheme
Optional salary sacrifice pension contributions
Life assurance (4x salary)
Professional development and career progression opportunities
Work anniversary reward scheme
Free on-site parking
Modern office environment with indoor and outdoor breakout areas
Access to an on-site gym
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Salary description
£35000.00 - £41200.00 per year