Paraplanner - Wellington - Somerset

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Paraplanner to join a team of highly experienced Independent Financial Advisers with over 25 years' industry experience and a proven track record of providing a successful investment experience to a wealth of clients across the UK.

Their core values define how they run their business and how they treat their employees and clients: Integrity, Expertise, Here for You, Friendly & Approachable, People-Focussed.

As their Paraplanner you will have experience in a similar role and be passionate about a career in financial services.

Responsibilities

• Receiving instructions during debriefings from advisers following client meetings
• Interpreting data obtained by advisers during client meetings
• Analysing data and using research tools to provide solutions to meet client needs and objectives
• Providing records to support research undertaken
• Liaise with Head of Technical/Head of Compliance when uncertain / guidance required
• Consolidation of client needs and objectives, together with the recommendations and course of action in a written format via a suitability letter, client specific illustration and key features document
• Liaise with Head of Technical on structure and development of the Suitability Report Templates and attachments to the reports
• Load cases onto relevant platforms in a suitable manner and fully debrief administrator and consultant along the way
• Carrying out all tasks in a manner consistent with compliance procedures and company process
• Ensuring all client files are compliant on an ongoing basis
• Ensure that significant risk issues are referred to the Head of Compliance where appropriate
• Make a constructive contribution to the continuing development of the team and Company
• Proactively enhance industry knowledge, through external and internal sources

Knowledge, Skills, Experience

• Level 4 Diploma in Financial Services and working towards Level 6 Advanced Diploma
• Demonstrate practical awareness and up to date knowledge of retail financial products and current regulatory expectations
• Analytical in solving tasks with a keen attention for detail
• Possess excellent organisational and time management skills with an ability to work under pressure and prioritise
• Deliver effective and positive communication, and demonstrate competent use of IT

Salary & Benefits

• £35-£40k per annum, negotiable depending on experience
• 25 days holiday in addition to bank holidays
• Training and development
• Pension
• Death in service benefit
• A great working environment