Senior Paraplanner

Fisher Investments; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Greater London seeks a Senior Paraplanner to analyze client portfolios and provide FCA regulated advice on pension transfers and investment taxation. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in financial services, a strong understanding of financial planning principles, and be able to work under pressure. This in-office role offers substantial benefits including enhanced health plans, generous leave, and opportunities for hybrid work.

Benefits

100% paid premiums for health plans

28 days annual leave plus paid holidays

Enhanced maternity pay

Fertility and family-forming benefits

9% pension contribution

Gym subsidy of up to £50 per month

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 3+ years of financial services experience required.
• Very strong understanding of client suitability.
• You must undergo annual Fit & Proper Assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct fact finding calls to evaluate client objectives.
• Prepare written proposals and recommendations for clients.
• Communicate advice to clients directly.

Skills

Understanding of Financial Planning principles

Accuracy and time management

Ability to work under pressure

Quantitative skills

Education

University degree or equivalent

CII Regulated Diploma or CISI Investment Advice Diploma

Job description

The Opportunity

The Senior Paraplanner under Fisher Investments Europe's UK Additions Team analyses trading client portfolios and accounts to provide FCA regulated advice on areas such as pension transfers, bond surrenders, investment taxation and account structure suitability. Reporting to your team leader, in this role you will be client-facing and expected to conduct fact finding discussions, write suitability reports, and deliver the advice to clients.

The Day-to-Day

• Conduct fact finding calls with clients to evaluate client objectives, portfolio holdings, time-horizon, cash flow needs, and financial situation to determine a suitable asset allocation recommendation
• Review and formulate plans for clients with highly specialised situations
• Review clients' existing pension and investment bond arrangements to determine whether a transfer/surrender is suitable
• Communicate advice to clients directly
• Prepare written proposals and recommendations for transfers and present this advice to them to confirm understanding
• Work with other departments to provide best client outcomes through developing new resources and providing training
• Work on ad hoc projects to improve the efficiency of PCA Group
• Adhere to the T&C scheme to ensure regulatory compliance related to the provision of regulated advice

Your Qualifications

• A University degree or equivalent combination of education/experience
• Level 4 Qualification - CII Regulated Diploma in Financial Planning or CISI Investment Advice Diploma preferable
• 3+ years financial services experience required
• Very strong understanding of Financial Planning principles and client suitability
• Experience working with accuracy and ability to organise/time-manage
• Quantitative in nature
• Ability to work under pressure and in a dynamic team environment
• It is a requirement to undergo an initial Fit and Proper (F&P) assessment before performing the role independently, and annual Fit & Proper Assessments will be required to ensure you remain F&P to carry out the functions of this role

Why Fisher Investments Europe

The global Fisher organisation distinguishes itself by putting clients first, providing unmatched service, and taking a personalised approach to investing. You can feel confident knowing that we align with our clients' best interests by using a simple and transparent fee structure and recognised European custodians.

It's the people that make the Fisher purpose possible, and to help our employees meet their long-term goals, we offer an array of benefits, including:

• 100% paid premiums for our top-tier supplemental medical, dental and annual health screening plans for employees and their qualified dependents
• 28 days annual leave, with the ability to purchase up to 3 additional days per year, plus up to 8 paid holidays
• Enhanced maternity pay package with 16 weeks' top up to full base pay for eligible employees
• $10,000 fertility, hormonal health and family-forming benefit
• A retirement pension plan, featuring a 9% company contribution of base pay with an additional company match of up to 5% of base pay on personal contributions
• Gym subsidy of up to £50 per month
• Employee Assistance Program and other emotional wellbeing services
• A collaborative working environment that practises ongoing training, educational support and employee appreciation events
• This is an in-office role. Based on your role, tenure, and performance eligibility you may have the opportunity to participate in our hybrid work from home program.

Employees residing outside of the US will be eligible for the $10,000 equivalent in their local currency.

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