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Paraplanner

Job description

An opportunity has become available for a Paraplanner in the Southampton area to join a growing financial planning firm that are offering hybrid flexible working!

They are looking for an individual that holds their level 4 diploma and has experience as a Paraplanner as you will be working directly with the financial planners and assisting them with a range of cases including complex technical cases.

Your role will include but will not be limited to:


  • To assist the Financial Planner in formulating the advice to the client, providing technical support and guidance where appropriate
  • Review client objectives ensuring they are clear, concise and achievable when compared against the client's financial circumstance
  • Provide research and analysis of investment funds and financial products, whilst considering the client objectives
  • Conduct fund research
  • Prepare Financial Plans, clearly outlining the client's current position, where they need to be and how they will get there
  • Preparation of fund switch and encashment letters according to advice provided
  • Obtain applications, key features documents, fact-sheets, illustrations and product comparison quotes through appropriate source - providing clear research of the advice provided
  • Liaise with Product Providers / Third Parties regarding any technical queries

Benefits include:


  • x4 DIS
  • 25 Days holiday with opportunity to buy more.
  • 5% Pension - 3% employee
  • PMI
  • Income Protection
  • Full exam support

The ideal candidate will:


  • Level 4 diploma qualified
  • Good understanding of the Financial Planning process
  • Strong interpersonal skills, both written and verbal communication
  • Customer service skills - providing an excellent service to the adviser and client
  • Excellent planning and organisational skills
  • Ability to work effectively to deadlines
  • Accuracy and attention to detail to balance demands of role

This is a unique opportunity for a Paraplanner in the Southampton area to join a firm on a remote basis with travel to the office once a month!

Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive, you will be contacted within 7 working days if your application has been successful. If you have not received communication during this period, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.


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