Financial Planner - Charles Stanley Direct

Charles Stanley; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services provider is seeking a Financial Planner to deliver financial planning and coaching services. You will engage with clients to improve understanding and outcomes, collaborate with marketing for lead generation, and uphold regulatory standards. An ideal candidate should have a relevant degree, Level 4 CII qualification, and experience in providing financial advice. This role demands strong technical knowledge and excellent communication skills, as well as compliance with FCA rules.

Qualifications

• Preferred degree level or equivalent.
• Commitment to achieve Chartered Financial Planner status.
• Experience in financial planning and cash flow planning.

Responsibilities

• Engage with leads to increase prospect conversion.
• Support clients and deliver positive outcomes.
• Collaborate with marketing for lead generation.
• Provide cover for other services and guidance.
• Ensure compliance with FCA rules and maintain professional standing.

Skills

Excellent technical knowledge

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Client relationship management

Comfortable using technology

Education

Degree level (or equivalent)

CII Level 4 qualification

Job description

At Charles Stanley Direct (CSD), our Financial Planning and Coaching services are designed to nurture, guide, and empower people to achieve financial wellbeing. We aim to deliver great client outcomes through accessible, integrated financial solutions.

Our mission is to help close the advice gap by offering a hybrid service that combines digital tools with streamlined advice and guidance on defined areas of enquiry, such as retirement planning.

What You’ll Do

• Engage with centrally generated leads to increase prospect conversion.
• Support CSD clients by improving understanding and delivering positive outcomes.
• Collaborate with Marketing to maintain a steady flow of leads and participate in initiatives to build the CSD brand.
• Provide cover for other CSD services, including Personal Portfolio Service and Service Level Reviews.
• Deliver guidance and advice in line with our advice policy and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of CSD Financial Plans and Coaching services.
• Share knowledge and experience with colleagues in a collaborative and supportive manner.
• Uphold the ethos, culture, and high standards of Charles Stanley, acting with integrity at all times.
• Ensure compliance with FCA rules, company policies, and relevant service manuals.
• Maintain your Statement of Professional Standing and demonstrate the skills expected of a Financial Planner.

Regulatory Responsibilities

This role is a Certified Function under the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR). You will need to be certified annually by Charles Stanley under:

Functions Requiring Qualifications & Client Dealing.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree level (or equivalent) preferred.
• CII (or equivalent) Level 4 qualification.
• Commitment to maintaining and developing professional qualifications, including achieving Chartered Financial Planner status if not already held.
• Experience providing financial planning advice and cash flow planning.

Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent technical knowledge in areas requiring advice.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Comfortable using technology; most client meetings will be via video conferencing.
• Proven client relationship management skills.
• Experience working in a highly regulated environment.
• Understanding of legal, statutory, regulatory, and company policy requirements.

Raymond James is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We treat all of our applicants the same and we have a diversity and inclusion strategy aimed at ensuring we hire the best person for the job regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability or beliefs.