Senior Financial Services Administrator

Senior Financial Services Administrator\\nSelf employed hourly rate £15-17 dependent on experience\\nPart-time, 20-25 hours per week\\nHybrid / Home-based must be able to commute to York\\nOur client, a Partner Practice of St. James’s Place Wealth Management, are now looking for an experienced and motivated Senior Financial Services Administrator.\\nThis is an excellent opportunity for a professional with a background in financial planning or wealth management to support a client-focused practice offering flexibility, autonomy, and the potential to progress towards a paraplanning role.\\nAbout the Practice\\nOur client is based in York and provides bespoke financial planning and wealth management services to private clients, families, and business owners. As a Partner Practice of St.

James’s Place, the firm benefits from the backing, infrastructure, and technical expertise of a FTSE 100 company, while maintaining the personalised service and close client relationships of a boutique advisory business.\\nRole Overview\\nAs Senior Administrator, you will play a key role in the day-to-day operations of the practice. Working closely with our client, you will be responsible for managing administrative processes, liaising with clients and providers, and ensuring that all documentation and communications are handled efficiently and accurately.\\nKey responsibilities include but not limited to:\\n * Preparing and issuing client documentation ahead of meetings, including fact finds, valuations, and meeting packs\\n * Submitting and tracking new business applications across pensions, investments, and protection products\\n * Processing fund switches, withdrawals, and policy servicing requests\\n * Maintaining and updating client records and CRM systems to ensure accuracy and compliance\\n * Acting as a key point of contact for client queries and follow-ups, maintaining a professional and courteous approach at all times\\n * Liaising with St. James’s Place head office and product providers to progress applications and resolve queries\\n * Supporting with research, illustrations, and the preparation of suitability reports (with the option to progress into paraplanning over time)\\nCandidate Profile\\nThe successful candidate will be an experienced financial services administrator who is organised, proactive, and confident in managing a varied workload.

You will have a keen interest in financial planning and a desire to grow your skills and knowledge.\\nEssential qualities and experience:\\n * Previous experience in an administrative role within a financial planning or wealth management setting\\n * Solid understanding of financial products, including pensions, investments, and protection\\n * High level of accuracy and attention to detail\\n * Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks independently\\n * Professional and discreet manner, with excellent written and verbal communication\\n * Comfortable working remotely, with occasional in-person meetings in the York area\\n * IT-literate, with experience using back-office systems or CRM software\\nDesirable:\\n * Knowledge of St. James’s Place systems and procedures (beneficial, but not essential)\\n * Progress towards or interest in obtaining relevant qualifications (e.g. CII Level 4 Diploma)\\n * Previous experience supporting a financial adviser in a small or boutique practice\\nBenefits: Career development opportunities, flexible working, and study support available for the right candidate\\nTo apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role.\\nINDHS