Paraplanner (trainee)
Pensions and Retirement
Cheshire
£29,000 - £34,000

Junior Paraplanner

Ref: 1670| Posted: 25th Nov 2024

Eventus Recruitment are seeking a full-time permanent Junior Paraplanner to join a successful IFA / Financial Planning business based in Altrincham, Greater Manchester. This is a great opportunity to join a team of professionals who are committed to delivering personalised and strategic advice, ensuring that their clients achieve their financial goals. They foster a collaborative and supportive work environment, encouraging continuous learning and professional growth. Working hours are 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday and you will receive 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays), team bonus, excellent company pension, income protection (75% of salary), group life cover (death in service) - 4x salary, study support.

Role Responsibilities

The successful Junior Paraplanner will support senior financial planners by preparing financial reports, conducting research, and much more. This is a full-time permanent job and an excellent opportunity for an individual with around 1 year’s Junior Paraplanner / Paraplanning experience. The day-to-day job duties include:

  • Assisting in the preparation of detailed financial plans and reports.
  • Conducting research on financial products, investment strategies, and market conditions.
  • Analysing client portfolios and providing recommendations based on findings.
  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client records and financial data.
  • Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
  • Providing administrative support to the financial planning team as needed.

Person Specification

Our client is looking for professionals with the following experience, skills and attributes:

  • The ideal individual will have 1 year’s Paraplanning experience.
  • Although, individuals from a Paraplanner, Junior/Trainee Paraplanner background would be preferred, Administrators with some exposure to paraplanning will also be considered.
  • Ideally you will hold a few RO exams or will be fully Level 4 Diploma qualified.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Desire to pursue a career in financial planning and attain relevant certifications

Benefits and Rewards

The incoming Junior Paraplanner will benefit from working within a modern and approachable team, at a firm that offers great prospects and career paths. In addition, you will be rewarded with the following employee benefits:

  • 24 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
  • Team bonus
  • Excellent Company Pension
  • Income Protection - 75% of salary
  • Group life cover (death in service) - 4x salary
  • Study support

About the Company

This is a modern Financial Planning firm in Altrincham, which combines good old-fashioned business values with a modern approach and work with the very latest technology and systems. They have invested heavily in their own bespoke customised back-office system, which has enabled them to improve their proposition with great efficiency. This is combined with a fundamental belief that their people are key to what they offer. The whole team has the desire to work together to solve problems and ensure that clients receive the best possible service and advice.

Next Steps

Apply now if your skills and experience align with this Junior Paraplanner job. Alternatively, if you are interested in learning about this career enhancing job opportunity, please contact Duncan McIlroy at the Eventus Recruitment Cheshire via email at Duncan.mcilroy@eventusfinance.com or phone 07950 472 004 for a confidential discussion.

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