Job description
A superb opportunity has become available for an experienced Paraplanner in the Hertfordshire area to join a growing and highly regarded IFA.
They are looking for an individual that holds their level 4 diploma as a minimum and ideally working towards their advanced qualifications and has strong 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 2 Financial Planners 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
The ideal candidate will :
Level 4 diploma qualified as a minimumStrong understanding of the Financial Planning processStrong interpersonal skills, both written and verbal communicationCustomer service skills - providing an excellent service to the adviser and clientExcellent planning and organisational skillsAbility to work effectively to deadlinesAccuracy and attention to detail to balance demands of roleThis is a unique opportunity for a Paraplanner in Hertfordshire to join a firm where you will play a significant part in the financial planning team and help develop the client offering.