Financial Planning Jobs

An excellent opportunity for talented business developers with a strong IFA network to own a role combining new business development plus relationship management of an established and expanding portfolio of IFA and related retail intermediaries. Key duties include: • Develop long term and profitable client core focus being IFA and related retail intermediaries e.g. tax consultants, accountants • Manage a territory appropriately to achieve pre-agreed business volume targets • In conjunction with peers and stakeholders, instigate sales and marketing initiatives such as organising and host events, attending roadshows, trade fairs, seminars and presentations • Marketing a suite of Alternative investment opportunities within any of the following areas: VCT, EIS or Estate Planning Successful candidates will come from a sales or distribution background within financial services with a demonstrable track record and ideally a client base.   In return you can expect a competitive salary + performance bonus +benefits To be considered for this role or for more information please contact Maz Matin on Maz.matin@mwrecruitment.com or call 0207 199 6263.

Job Title: Paraplanner Reporting to: Senior Technical Manager & Paraplanner (STM&P) Brief description of role and responsibilities: To provide technical and research support to Financial Planners in the delivery of their advice to clients. This support includes completing research and analysis, preparing suitability letters and writing client reports. This list is not exhaustive and can be liable to change. Specific duties and responsibilities: · Preparation of new and existing client Cashflows ready for Cashflow meetings and Annual Strategy meetings · Receiving and carrying out instructions from meeting notes/tasks from Financial Planners following client meetings. · Interpreting data obtained by Planners during client meetings and establishing with the planner via de briefings the correct recommendations to be taken. · Analysing data received by clients and providers then use research tools to provide solutions to meet client needs and objectives. · Contacting third parties and providers to gather detailed information. · Generating and accurately saving research undertaken in a structured and consistent format. · Writing Suitability Letters and Financial Planning reports that are accurate, personalised and match the client’s objectives. · Provide all appropriate appendices, illustrations, applications and Key features documentation for Suitability Letters and Reports · Implementing agreed actions from Authority to Proceed notifications including taking fees from providers, allocating investments to wrappers, linking investment models, placing buy/sell trades · Monitor Negative Cash positions for clients on a monthly basis and recommend appropriate solutions. · Complete annual ISA reporting to ensure all clients (where applicable) has utilised the annual ISA allowances. · Participate and contribute to the investment committee meetings if required. · Analyse and provide specific client portfolio reporting. ·Carrying out all tasks in a manner consistent with compliance procedures. · Keep up to date with legislation and product changes by attending and maintaining continuous professional development. Ability to work efficiently under own initiative with impeccable attention to detail; Constructing spreadsheets and comparison calculations Adhere to the 6-step process of Financial Planning Qualifications Ideally you would have GCSEs Grades (A-C/1-3) in Mathematics and English and hold the Diploma in Financial Planning or equivalent.  The candidate must be prepared to study up to level 6 qualification with a Recognised Professional Body. The candidate must also have good IT skills and excellent telephone manner. Continuing Professional Development (CPD) should be undertaken to develop skills and knowledge.

We are independent Financial Planners, with a Discretionary Management Service which is managed in-house. We have a growing Financial Planning and Wealth Management department in the office, with an expanding client base and are therefore looking to recruit a new Paraplanner to join our enthusiastic team. The Role Our Financial Planning department is an integral part of the services offered here at Churchgates.  The Paraplanner position is an important part of the team, liaising with clients, fellow team members and Advisers to deliver high quality, comprehensive and compliant recommendation reports, alongside excellent administration and customer service.  Our Paraplanners are expected to research and analyse data, prepare bespoke recommendations reports to meet our client’s needs and provide support to the Advisory team.  Paraplanners are also required to support the administration team by maintaining client records and inputting data into our back office system. It essential that our Paraplanners comply with, and have an excellent understanding of, current regulation, that they keep up to date with industry and technical changes and have a keen interest in wider financial issues.  We expect them to play a key role in the advice process, making suggestions to advisors, striving to find the right solution for our clients, maintaining client files to the correct standard and ensuring that our advice meets FCA requirements.  About you You will have at least the Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning, with a desire to develop further and work towards Chartered status Excellent technical knowledge, experience in recommending a wide range of financial products including pensions, investments and life assurance An interest in wider financial markets. A knowledge and understanding of the taxation system would be helpful Excellent communication skills Proficient IT skills with Microsoft Office programmes.  Knowledge of IRESS XPLAN would be preferred Experience of working in a team, as well as corresponding directly with clients and third party providers Excellent verbal and written communication skills. A professional telephone manner is important. Ideally you should have had previous experience producing bespoke recommendation reports It is essential that you have a good eye for detail and be able to gather information from a variety of sources to provide high quality written work An ability to work to deadlines, take pride in your work and a positive attitude are key requirements for this position Good organisational skills are essential.

Job Title: Financial Planner Reporting to: Managing Director Brief description of role and responsibilities: Financial Planners provide clients with advice and make recommendations on ways to best utilise their assets to achieve their objectives. As a professional, a Financial Planner offers expert advice on suitable mortgages, investments, insurance, tax and private pensions and creates a valuable financial plan for a client   Specific duties and responsibilities:   · To adopt UNIQ Family Wealth’s 6 step process of Financial Planning process as laid down by the Financial Planning Standards Board (FPSB) and provide advice to individuals, families and family businesses. · To conduct in-depth reviews of clients' financial circumstances, current provision and future aims based on their changing needs and circumstances · Analyse information and present Financial Plans best suited to individual clients' requirements · Assess client’s attitude to risk and capacity for loss using UNIQ Family Wealth’s risk assessment tool of choice · Design financial strategies · Assisting clients to make informed decisions and educate them on UNIQ’s Financial Planning and Investment Philosophy · Liaise with financial services providers to keep up to date on solutions in the market place · Review Cashflow Forecasts and recommendation reports prepared by the Professional Support team · Develop new client opportunities via referrals, professional connections and networking in line with the growth strategy adopted by the business. Meeting the regulatory aspects of the role, e.g. requirements for disclosure, costs of the services provided and costs the advised products; Maintaining professional qualifications, e.g. ongoing assessments and structured Continuous Professional Development; Deliver all of the above with integrity, honesty and professionalism. Qualifications and experience required Level 4 Diploma 5 years’ experience within a client service environment 5 years’ experience in delivering client advice  Good communication and computer literacy skills required Good presentation skills