For over 180 years, Evelyn Partners has been a leading force in UK wealth management and professional services. Our legacy is built on a commitment to helping individuals and businesses achieve their financial aspirations. We believe that expert financial guidance should be accessible to all, and we’re dedicated to making that a reality.
Our success hinges on our people and that’s our secret for longevity. We are a team of passionate professionals united by a shared purpose: to deliver good advice and exceptional service. Through strong partnerships and seamless collaboration, we have become a trusted advisor to countless clients.
Job Description
What will you be doing?
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Paraplanning team in Bracknell, which is responsible for providing support to Financial Planners and ensuring a positive experience for Evelyn Partners clients. In this role you will also support Financial Planners with client meetings including presentation of cashflow and preparing responses on technical matters.
What’s in it for me?
As a Paraplanner at Evelyn Partners you will have access to a structured training programme, offering Training & Competency oversight to excel personal development. We encourage continuous professional development via ongoing studying and
qualifications
, we also have a team of experienced Paraplanners and Financial Advisers which you will have the opportunity to collaborate with and learn from.
This is a hybrid working role with a requirement to be in the office at least 1 day a week.
As a Paraplanner, your responsibilities will include among others:
* Prepare suitability reports across a wide range of advice types, financial products, and investment solutions
* Carry out any necessary technical research
* Ensure client records contain sufficient Know Your Client information to demonstrate suitability of our advice, and that they are kept accurate and up to date at all times
* Collaborate with Financial Planners to deliver a positive client experience, ensuring client delivery dates and positive client outcomes are achieved
* Attend client meetings to support the Financial Planner in the delivery of cashflow modelling, as required
* Responsible for managing process, tasks and complying with FCA guidelines
Qualifications
To be successful for this role, we require
* Level 4 qualified – CII, Diploma in Financial Planning/Regulated Financial Planning or equivalent
* Extensive understanding of financial planning principles
* Demonstrable experience of paraplanning gained with a proven solid technical knowledge and track record of delivering written financial advice
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex issues in writing and face-to-face
* Very good understanding of the FCA's COBS requirements for suitability
* Good stakeholder management with positive influencing skills
Desired
* Cash flow and estate planning
Additional Information
As a colleague here at Evelyn Partners you will have access to benefits that include
* Competitive salary
* Private medical insurance
* Life assurance
* Pension contribution
* Hybrid working model (role dependent)
* Generous holiday package
* Option to purchase additional holiday
* Shared parental leave
* Fully funded training towards professional
qualifications
* Cycle to work scheme
* Season ticket loan
* Eye care support
We believe that diverse perspectives and experiences are the cornerstone of our success. At Evelyn Partners, you'll find an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and supported. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is evident in our active employee resource groups and ongoing initiatives. We’re dedicated to creating a workplace where you can thrive and reach your full potential.
We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the application process. Please don’t hesitate to discuss your needs with your recruiter.