Paraplanner

• Discuss client objectives with the Planner during debrief. Identify any shortfalls in client information and discuss with the Adviser.

• Request and review all necessary information and undertake financial analysis to produce financial reports for discussion with the Planner.

• Undertake research to identify suitable solutions to meet the client’s needs.

• Request and obtain information/comparisons for analysis by the Planner within agreed timeframes.

• Consider current and future allocation of assets for investment strategy with regard to client risk profile.

• Check all compliance paperwork and internal sign off documents are present.

• Prepare draft recommendation reports to be discussed and signed off by the Planner. Ensure any recommendations detailed in a report are in line with any internal guidance/procedures and the up to date report template is used.

• Request and obtain application forms and other associated paperwork.

• Submit paperwork when advice taken up in accordance with Company procedures. Ensure all paperwork is in order.

• Ensure appropriate data is accurately recorded on Company back-office system(s) and updated in line with Company procedures.

• On-going servicing of clients, for example withdrawals or fund switches.

• Ensure adherence to Department’s and Company procedures, including all Compliance guidelines, and Department’s Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)/objectives.

• Minimum of Regulated Diploma in Financial Planning (CII) or equivalent

• Understanding of the Financial Planning process, including any Paraplanning department’s processes and procedures, and ensure that these are followed in all instances.

• Ability to work within defined business processes and to achieve agreed outcomes without supervision.

• Ability to multi-task and to prioritise and plan own workload.

• Strong IT skills.

• Good report writing and communication skills.

• A “can do” approach

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