Job Information

Reporting to: Paraplanner Team Manager

Our Clients are one of the UK’s largest and most successful, independently owned, corporate solutions and wealth management consultancies

Relevant Skills, Experience and Qualifications

Essential

• Qualified to Diploma Level or working towards
• The ability to work with advisers to extract the information required to prepare financial plans and recommendations
• General knowledge of the products available in the wider market and how to assess the suitability of these products
• The ability to research protection, pension & investment products and an understanding of the key information required that may affect a recommendation
• The ability to undertake detailed research on legacy products, identifying where more in depth analysis and questioning of providers is required
• An understanding of investment risk, capacity for loss and loss tolerance and the ability to construct recommendations consistent with a clients agreed risk appetite.
• Excellent report writing skills. The ability to present recommendations in a clear and logical format using language which can be easily understood by clients
• The skills and knowledge needed to create and adapt a cash flow plan appropriate to the client’s circumstances
• A good understanding of compliance issues and how these affect the advice and suitability process.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact directly with clients and colleagues in a professional manner
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as on your own initiative
• Ability to critically evaluate information, probe and challenge the facts
• A flexible and adaptable attitude towards work
• Ability to work accurately and in accordance with procedures
• Excellent time management, ability to meet deadlines
• Experience of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and provider platforms

• Desirable
• At least 3 years experience in a paraplanning role within an IFA firm
• Previous use of Swift back office system
• Previous use of Voyant software
• Previous use of FE Analytics
• Knowledge of Corporate Pension Administration
• Progression towards Advanced Diploma

• Responsibilities
• To provide paraplanning support to one or more advisers which includes, but is not limited to, the following:
• To help provide solutions to clients needs and give them a service which surpasses their expectations
• Dealing with day to day client and provider enquiries
• Preparing for client meetings including checking that all compliance paperwork is present.
• Attending client meetings and taking minutes
• Analysing and interpreting data obtained during client meetings
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 Analysing client’s existing products to determine whether they meet the client’s current objectives

 Undertaking fund performance comparisons

 Preparing product comparisons and analysing comparison illustrations

 Completing the FCA pension switching and replacement product templates

 Preparing cashflow plans using Voyant Software

 Preparing draft recommendation reports in line with the Company’s compliance procedures

 Analysing client’s asset allocations and providing recommendations for rebalancing where necessary

 Delegating administrative tasks and ensuring work is correctly completed

 Maintaining client files in line with Company standards

 Liaising with the Compliance department to ensure all compliance procedures have been followed

 Creating and maintaining accurate records of all verbal and non-verbal communications and carrying out tasks in a manner that is consistent with compliance procedures

 Building and maintaining client relationships through face to face and written/telephone communication

Continuous Professional Development

To develop skills and keep up to date with all relevant legislative and technical changes as required for the role

Staff Management Responsibilities

Direct reporting: None

Indirect reporting: None

Authorities & Limitations

Financial: Not authorised to make binding contracts on behalf of the Company

Compliance: Not authorised to give FCA regulated advice

Pay and Benefits

 Salary £40,000 to £47,000 depending on experience

 Discretionary annual bonus

 Contributory pension scheme

 Private Medical Insurance

 4 x Death in Service Life cover

 Permanent Health Insurance

 Interest free season ticket loan

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