Paraplanner

Close Brothers Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Greater London is seeking a Financial Planner to discuss client objectives and conduct financial analyses. You will need a Regulated Diploma in Financial Planning and strong communication skills. The role requires the ability to prioritize tasks, follow compliance guidelines, and prepare recommendation reports. Enthusiastic candidates with a proactive approach will thrive in this position. The firm offers a structured environment for aspiring financial professionals.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Regulated Diploma in Financial Planning (CII) or equivalent.
• Understanding of the Financial Planning process.
• Ability to work without supervision and follow business processes.

Responsibilities

• Discuss client objectives and identify information shortfalls.
• Undertake financial analysis to produce reports.
• Research suitable solutions for client needs.

Skills

Report writing

Communication skills

IT skills

Multi-tasking

Workload prioritization

Education

Regulated Diploma in Financial Planning (CII)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Discuss client objectives with the Adviser during debrief. Identify any shortfalls in client information and discuss with the Adviser.
• Request and review all necessary information and undertake financial analysis to produce financial reports for discussion with the Adviser.
• Undertake research to identify suitable solutions to meet the client's needs.
• Request and obtain information/comparisons for analysis by the Adviser within agreed timeframes.
• Consider current and future allocation of assets for investment strategy with regard to client risk profile.
• Check all compliance paperwork and internal sign off documents are present.
• Prepare draft recommendation reports to be discussed and signed off by the Adviser. Ensure any recommendations detailed in a report are in line with any internal guidance/procedures and the up‑to‑date report template is used.
• Request and obtain application forms and other associated paperwork.
• Submit paperwork when advice taken up in accordance with Company procedures. Ensure all paperwork is in order.
• Ensure appropriate data is accurately recorded on Company back‑office system(s) and updated in line with Company procedures.
• On-going servicing of clients, for example withdrawals or fund switches.
• Ensure adherence to Department's and Company procedures, including all Compliance guidelines, and Department's Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)/objectives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Regulated Diploma in Financial Planning (CII) or equivalent.
• Understanding of the Financial Planning process, including any Paraplanning department's processes and procedures, and ensure that these are followed in all instances.
• Ability to work within defined business processes and to achieve agreed outcomes without supervision.
• Ability to multi‑task and to prioritise and plan own workload.
• Strong IT skills.
• Good report writing and communication skills.
• A "can do" approach.