We are delighted to represent this independently owned Chartered firm of Financial Planners who are seeking a Senior Administrator/Trainee Paraplanner to join their busy team carrying out key client administrative duties, undertaking research to support suitability reports whilst undergoing further CII exams.
This is effectively a hybrid role until full Level 4 Dip achieved.
Job Role
Working in collaboration with Financial Planners, Paraplanners and other colleagues, you will maintain and manage client records, process life, pension and investment new business, carry client transactions such as fund switches and withdrawals, answer and deal with telephone enquiries, prepare valuations.
Undertake training to be able to provide research to support the paraplanners and advisers in the preparation of suitability reports.
The role will involve promoting the company’s services in a professional and FCA compliant manner.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure that all compliance paperwork is present and in order
Prepare application forms and paperwork for clients to complete
Process and manage new business and servicing through to completion. Chase progress of applications; alerting Financial Planners to any issues arising and keeping clients up to date with any progress
Make changes to clients’ investments as instructed by paraplanners or planners
Prepare client portfolio valuations and review documents
Undertake client attitude to risk assessments, research, analysis and product selection
Attend regular meetings with Paraplanner and Planner to discuss work in progress
About You and Your Key Skills
Excellent attention to detail, good organisational and time management skills
A critical thinker and a good problem solver
Good communication skills both face to face and over the phone
An ability to work under own initiative and as a team player
Detailed knowledge and understanding of a firm’s record keeping requirements
Have technical knowledge across pensions, investments, tax and trusts
Qualifications & Experience
At least 2/3 years experience within an Advisory Planning firm
Be part way through your Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning
Trainee Paraplanner / Senior Administrator, Flax Bourton (BW-1590)
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