Person Specification
Essential- Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning (or equivalent).
- Current Statement of Professional Standing (SPS).
- Experience providing regulated financial advice.
- Strong knowledge of pensions, investments and protection planning.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Good understanding of FCA regulations and Consumer Duty requirements.
- Strong organisation, attention to detail and report-writing skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Desirable
- Chartered status or working towards Chartered Financial Planner designation.
- Knowledge of Intelliflo back office system
- Experience developing business through referrals and networking.
- Knowledge of vulnerable client considerations and suitability requirements.
Job description
Financial Planning & Advice- Provide holistic financial planning and regulated advice to new and existing clients.
- Deliver suitable recommendations that meet client needs and objectives.
- Conduct client reviews and maintain long-term client relationships.
Client Service
- Deliver a high standard of service and client experience.
- Communicate clearly and professionally through meetings, telephone calls and written correspondence.
- Ensure all advice and communications are clear, fair and in the client's best interests.
- Act with professionalism, integrity and a client-first approach.
Business Development
- Generate new business opportunities through referrals, networking and professional relationships.
- Maintain and develop a strong pipeline of prospective and existing clients.
- Promote the firm's services and reputation within the local business community.
Compliance & Quality
- Ensure all advice, documentation and client records meet FCA and company standards.
- Maintain high-quality suitability and file standards.
- Identify and support vulnerable clients in line with Consumer Duty requirements.
- Work collaboratively with compliance, paraplanning and administration teams.
Professional Standards & Development
- Maintain regulatory competence and meet ongoing CPD requirements.
- Keep up to date with industry developments, FCA regulations and best practice.
- Participate in relevant training and professional development activities.
- Contribute positively as part of a collaborative team environment.
- Promote the firm's values, reputation and commitment to excellent customer outcomes.
- 27 days holiday + bank holidays
- Access to bonus scheme
- Access to PMI scheme
- Annual paid CSR day
- Medicash Scheme
- Life assurance scheme
- Salary sacrifice pension scheme