At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage client relationships and support financial planning processes.
- Company: Dynamic financial planning firm with a focus on mentorship and development.
- Benefits: Competitive pension, private medical insurance, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with a clear pathway to becoming a fully qualified adviser.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience with high-net-worth clients and advance your career in financial planning.
- Qualifications: Level 4 qualified in Financial Planning with strong communication and organisational skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Career
You’re already established within Financial Planning and are now approaching the point of becoming a fully qualified Financial Planner. You’re looking for a role that bridges the final step, offering deeper client responsibility, advanced technical exposure, and a clear, supported route into an adviser position in the near term.
About the role
This role is centred around client relationship management and adviser development. You will work closely with a Financial Planner with a substantial client base, gaining exposure to high‑net‑worth clients and complex planning scenarios. Over an expected one to two year development period, you will build the practical skills required to succeed, including how to engage and advise clients, develop your professional network, and contribute to lead generation, preparing you for a successful transition into an adviser role.
Accountabilities
- Manage day‑to‑day client relationships, ensuring all requests are handled promptly and proactively.
- Prepare for, attend, and follow up on client meetings, ensuring all post‑meeting actions are completed.
- Review existing financial plans to ensure they continue to meet client needs.
- Write financial planning reports as part of the onboarding process.
- Review suitability reports and provide technical input for client meetings.
- Prepare detailed cashflow reports.
- Liaise with the admin and paraplanning teams to ensure work progresses smoothly.
- Support occasional suitability report writing during peak periods.
- Attend networking events and begin building your professional profile.
- Use AI‑driven systems (including Saturn) to support analysis, modelling, and workflow efficiency as part of your daily work.
This is an integral role offering exceptional exposure, development, and mentorship. You will be supported through our Junior Financial Planner pathway, giving you a structured and achievable route to becoming an adviser.
Skills and Experience
- Level 4 qualified (e.g. CII) in Financial Planning.
- Strong understanding of financial planning processes and client service.
- Technical capability across pensions, tax, cashflow modelling, and financial planning research.
- Excellent communication skills and confidence engaging with clients.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Experience with CRM systems (we use Xplan) and strong Excel skills.
Benefits
- Competitive Pension Scheme - we contribute 6%, you 3%
- 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Private Medical Insurance
- Life Assurance (4x)
- Group Income Protection
- Work From Anywhere policy
Our agile working environment means you may engage in various tasks and projects, which keeps work interesting and you get to develop and grow.
Financial Planning Associate - Plymouth employer: Atomos Investments Limited
As a Financial Planning Associate in Plymouth, you will thrive in a dynamic and supportive work culture that prioritises your professional growth and development. With access to high-net-worth clients and complex planning scenarios, you will receive exceptional mentorship through our Junior Financial Planner pathway, ensuring a clear route to becoming a fully qualified adviser. Enjoy a competitive benefits package, including a generous pension scheme, private medical insurance, and a flexible work-from-anywhere policy that fosters a healthy work-life balance.
Contact Details:
Atomos Investments Limited Recruitment Team
