Financial Planning Paraplanner & Compliance Expert

Eden Scott; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Varied role

Supportive environment

Exposure to regulatory aspects

Professional development

Growing firm

Job summary

Eden Scott is delighted to support a respected financial planning firm in Aberdeen to appoint a Paraplanner & Compliance Specialist. This role blends technical paraplanning with support for compliance and regulatory activities within a close-knit professional team.

You will work with Financial Planners and stakeholders to deliver positive client outcomes while maintaining robust regulatory standards. A strong background in paraplanning and compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience within a Paraplanning, Financial Planning Support or Compliance position.
• Good understanding of FCA regulations and the UK financial planning landscape.
• Experience preparing suitability reports and conducting technical research.
• Knowledge of pensions, investments and protection products.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience using CRM and financial services back-office systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Paraplanning: Prepare suitability reports and documentation for Financial Planners.
• Paraplanning: Conduct research across pensions, investments and protection.
• Paraplanning: Produce illustrations and recommendation packs for new business and ongoing advice.
• Paraplanning: Prepare annual review packs, valuations and client meeting docs.
• Paraplanning: Attend client meetings where required.
• Paraplanning: Liaise with clients and product providers regarding queries.

Skills

Paraplanning

Compliance

FCA regulations

CRM systems

Microsoft Office

Education

Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning

Tools

CRM/back-office software

Regulatory reporting tools

Job description

Eden Scott is delighted to support a respected financial planning firm in Aberdeen to appoint a Paraplanner & Compliance Specialist. This role blends technical paraplanning with support for compliance and regulatory activities within a close-knit professional team.

You will work with Financial Planners and stakeholders to deliver positive client outcomes while maintaining robust regulatory standards. A strong background in paraplanning and compliance is essential.