Award-winning Chartered Financial Planning Firm who provide a flawless financial planning service are looking for an exceptional Paraplanner Manager to join their team in Perth.
Role Overview:
As a Paraplanner Manager, you will oversee and manage a team of paraplanners to ensure the delivery of a high-quality, compliant, and efficient financial planning service. The role includes:
* Key Responsibilities:Team Management:
* Conduct 1:1s, appraisals, and performance management for paraplanners.
* Oversee workflow management and collaboration between paraplanners, advisers, and management.
* Serve as the main point of contact for technical queries and ensure the team's ongoing training and development.
* Technical Support:
* Provide case/file checks and assist with suitability reports, compliance standards, and financial recommendations.
* Keep updated on FCA regulations and communicate relevant updates to the team.
* Client-Focused Activities:
* Participate in client meetings when necessary.
* Oversee portfolio reviews, prepare client recommendations, and manage portfolio adjustments and suitability assessments.
* Process Improvement:
* Collaborate with management to streamline workflows, enhance processes, and ensure adherence to compliance controls.
* Implementation of Recommendations: Handle detailed tasks such as preparing suitability reports, completing applications, and adjusting investment portfolios.
* File Management: Ensure client files are complete, compliant, and well-documented to support financial planning recommendations.
* Qualifications & Knowledge: Attained or working towards the Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning.
* Knowledge of current Financial Planning regulations and processes
* Knowledge and understanding of the high level standards expected by the FCA - in particular the following sourcebooks: - Principles for Business (PRIN) - Code of Conduct (COCON) - General Provisions (GEN) - Dispute Resolution: Complaints (DISP) - Business Standards COBS / ICOBS / MCOB / CASS
* Understanding and knowledge / awareness of other relevant legislation such as: - The FCA’s money laundering section of the System and Controls Sourcebook (SYSC), Joint Money Laundering Steering Group (JMLSG) Guidance and other relevant financial crime legislation, including the Bribery Act
* Skills & Experience: Knowledge of financial planning practices and compliance standards.
* Strong communication skills, both technical and interpersonal.
* Demonstrated ability to manage, train, and mentor a team.
* Hands-on experience in suitability reporting, client interaction, and portfolio review.
They offer a highly competitive salary package
Benefits include employer funded group personal pension, Income Protection, PMI and an excellent holiday allowance.