Paraplanner Manager

Award-winning Chartered Financial Planning Firm who provide a flawless financial planning service are looking for an exceptional Paraplanner Manager to join their team in Perth.Role Overview:As a Paraplanner Manager, you will oversee and manage a team of Paraplanners to ensure the delivery of a high-quality, compliant, and efficient financial planning service. The role includes:Key Responsibilities:

• Team Management:
  • Conduct 1:1s, appraisals, and performance management for Paraplanners.
  • Oversee work-flow management and collaboration between Paraplanners, Advisers, and management.
  • Serve as the main point of contact for technical queries and ensure the team's ongoing training and development.
• Technical Support:
  • Provide case/file checks and assist with suitability reports, compliance standards, and financial recommendations.
  • Keep updated on FCA regulations and communicate relevant updates to the team.
• Client-Focused Activities:
  • Participate in client meetings when necessary.
  • Oversee portfolio reviews, prepare client recommendations, and manage portfolio adjustments and suitability assessments.
• Process Improvement:
  • Collaborate with management to streamline work-flows, enhance processes, and ensure adherence to compliance controls.

Implementation of Recommendations:

• Handle detailed tasks such as preparing suitability reports, completing applications, and adjusting investment portfolios.

File Management:

• Ensure client files are complete, compliant, and well-documented to support financial planning recommendations.

Qualifications & Knowledge:

• Attained or working towards the Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning.
• Knowledge of current Financial Planning regulations and processes.
• Knowledge and understanding of the high level standards expected by the FCA - in particular the following sourcebooks: - Principles for Business (PRIN) - Code of Conduct (COCON) - General Provisions (GEN) - Dispute Resolution: Complaints (DISP) - Business Standards COBS / ICOBS / MCOB / CASS.
• Understanding and knowledge / awareness of other relevant legislation such as: - The FCA's money laundering section of the System and Controls Sourcebook (SYSC), Joint Money Laundering Steering Group (JMLSG) Guidance and other relevant financial crime legislation, including the Bribery Act.

Skills & Experience:

• Knowledge of financial planning practices and compliance standards.
• Strong communication skills, both technical and interpersonal.
• Demonstrated ability to manage, train, and mentor a team.
• Hands-on experience in suitability reporting, client interaction, and portfolio review.

They offer a highly competitive salary package Benefits include employer funded group personal pension, Income Protection, PMI and an excellent holiday allowance.

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