Paraplanner - The Burford Recruitment Company : Job Details

Benefits:

• Full support for ongoing professional training and development
• Generous company pension
• Bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Early finish on Fridays
• Life insurance
• Income protection benefit
• Private medical insurance
• Regular team-building days
• Employee discount benefits

A well-established and respected financial planning firm based on the outskirts of Witney, Oxfordshire (OX29) is seeking a Paraplanner to join their team. This independent firm has a reputation for delivering exceptional service and expert advice, helping clients achieve meaningful financial goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Work alongside Financial Planners, attending client meetings and acting as the first point of contact for client queries.
• Undertake technical research, compile financial planning recommendations, and implement solutions.
• Analyse client data, prepare cash flow analyses and develop comprehensive financial strategies.
• Manage and maintain investment portfolios, including benchmarking, rebalancing, and ongoing monitoring.
• Liaise with product providers and other third parties to ensure client solutions are implemented effectively.
• Ensure all regulatory and compliance standards are met.
• Collaborate with administrative support teams to deliver a seamless client experience

Skills & Experience Required

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a paraplanning role.
• Diploma in Financial Planning (Dip PFS) - highly desirable.
• Comprehensive knowledge of financial planning areas including investment portfolio management, pensions, taxation, protection, and estate planning.
• Proficiency in cash flow modelling
• Experience working with high-net-worth clients or complex financial planning cases is a plus.
• Strong relationship-building skills and a client-focused, collaborative approach.
• Excellent attention to detail, with strong technical, mathematical, and technology skills.
• Ability to effectively manage work flow and prioritise tasks.

Development Opportunities

The firm is committed to supporting team members with further training and exam support to foster professional growth and career development.

This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative, client-centric team dedicated to delivering exceptional financial planning services.