Location: LeamingtonLeamington Spa Title: Head of ParaplanningParaplanningSalary £40,000.00 - £50,000.00 (dependent upon experience)Job overview* To lead and manage the p paraplanningteam, ensuring the delivery of high-quality financial planning support to advisers and clients with the support of senior management. * This role requires a strong technical knowledge, leadership capabilities and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards of compliance and efficiency. Key responsibilities
Technical * Lead, develop, and mentor the p paraplanningteam, ensuring continuous professional development and performance excellence.* Oversee the production of high-quality suitability reports, research, and financial planning analysis in accordance with our compliance procedures and software. * Implement and refine processes to improve efficiency and service delivery within the team.* Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and internal compliance standards.* Collaborate with financial advisers to support client recommendations and financial strategies.* Manage workload allocation within the team to ensure timely completion of tasks.* Keep up to date with changes in legislation, financial products, and industry best practices.* Support the development and implementation of technology solutions to enhance p paraplanninge.efficiencies* Provide technical expertise and guidance on complex financial planning cases.* Work with the admin team and p paraplanningteam to ensure they are proficient in completion of annual review packs and spotting opportunities within the client bank with a view to ensuring that the adviser enters a meeting fully equipped with the tools to complete any potential new business. * Push new business cases to ensure that these are moved forward as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Customer Service* Comply with internal and external Service Level Agreements* Attend client meetings and promote the company's services in a professional & F FCAcompliant manner.* Deal effectively with enquiries from clients and third parties* Report any customer service issues or complaints to Practice Manager
IT & Systems
To make effective use of the: -* Case Management and V Voicemailsystems* Microsoft & Email systems* Use online and / or other updating systems effectively* Use the back office system on a daily basis to ensure that tasks are maintained across the team
General* To demonstrate full commitment to open and honest business practices in line with regulatory requirements.* To make appropriate recommendations for service improvement* To undertake any other appropriate duties as may be required* To attend and complete relevant training* To co-operate with and take part in the business's appraisal process* To demonstrate support for the Firm's development and values
Key skills and experience * Diploma in Financial Planning (or equivalent) required; Chartered or working towards Chartered status desirable but not essential. Support will be provided by the business to achieve this qualification. * Extensive experience in para planning with a strong technical knowledge of financial planning and products.* Experience managing and developing a team.* Strong understanding of compliance, regulatory requirements, and financial planning principles.* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with advisers and other stakeholders.* Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.* Strong analytic and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.* Proficiency in financial planning software and tools.Benefits * Competitive salary * Flexible working to be able to work from home for part of the week * Professional development opportunities * Pension scheme On-site parking
Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.