Financial Planning Admnistrator

Job: Financial Planning Administrator

Location: Braintree

Salary: Negotiable

Role Description

A well-established and growing financial planning firm is seeking an experienced Financial Administrator to join its team due to continued expansion. This role will suit someone who enjoys being a key point of contact for client queries relating to pensions, investments, and protection products, while also liaising with product providers.

The position plays a crucial role in ensuring a high standard of service is delivered to both clients and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Processing new business applications
• Assisting Paraplanners and Advisers with the preparation of annual and tri-annual client review packs
• Arranging client meetings and managing Advisers’ diaries
• Completing portfolio illustration requests
• Providing comprehensive back-office support
• Ensuring all financial planning administration is completed in line with company procedures
• Corresponding with clients in both written and verbal formats
• Maintaining accurate, compliant, and well-presented client records on company systems

Key Requirements

• Previous experience working within a Financial Planning firm (essential)
• CII Level 3 qualification in Financial Administration preferred (training support available)
• Working knowledge of Intelligent Office (IO) and platform experience would be advantageous
• Strong ability to manage and prioritise workloads effectively
• Excellent communication, planning, and organisational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Benefits

• Professional industry exams and study supported
• 25 days’ holiday and ability to purchase more holiday (excluding bank holidays)
• Annual salary reviews
• Birthday day off
• Life assurance and pension
• Clear progression opportunities to Paraplanner and Adviser roles, if desired