Financial Planning Assistant

Spider Recruitment ,
Derby, Derbyshire
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £17,000 per annum

Overview

Currently working with an established Financial Planning Company who have an outstanding reputation for providing the best possible independent financial advice to their clients, which results in the best outcomes that stand the test of time. Due to their continued growth and success, they now have a fantastic opportunity for a Financial Planning Assistant to join them. The successful candidate will be supporting two Financial Advisers. The ideal candidate will have a base knowledge of the Financial Planning sector along with administrative experience. Full training will be provided and the company will invest in helping you become a Paraplanner. OVERALL OBJECTIVES Providing administration, research, and general assistance to enable the efficient, fair, transparent, and profitable advising of clients and arranging of their transactions. Ensuring that all investment and financial transactions are processed, and records are maintained, in accordance with the company's procedures, ensuring compliance at all times with regulatory requirements. MAIN TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES Preparing valuations and reviews of client investment and pension plans Submitting and progressing new business applications Liaising with clients and third parties Maintaining and updating electronic registers to a high degree of accuracy General office administration and maintenance e.g. scanning, filing, stock control, post, dictations Creating, maintaining, and closing files Knowledge sharing and building Assisting in the continual improvement of processes Supporting the team as a whole and contributing to a pleasant and orderly working environment Ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory requirements Abiding by all company policies and procedures Ad hoc duties