Job Description
RG Consultancy are working with a financial services business who are looking for an experienced Financial Planning Assistant to join their small and growing team. The role is to support the financial planning team on a day to day basis and has scope for development as the company grow.
Role Responsibilities
- Provide general administrative and operational support to the financial planning team
- Manage adviser remuneration statements and assist with income matching and reconciliation
- Process and track Letters of Authority, liaising with providers and following up outstanding information
- Assist with new business processing, including ID checks and maintaining the new business register
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and administrative files in line with GDPR and AML requirements
- Support compliance monitoring, product governance and other delegated compliance activities
- Liaise professionally with clients, advisers, product providers and third parties by telephone and email
- Draft client and provider correspondence as required
- Assist with fund research using FE Analytics and cashflow forecasting
- Prepare and pre-populate documentation for client meetings and recommendations
- Support the Adviser Support Manager with the management of our co-sourcing partner
- Attend relevant training and undertake any other reasonable duties required by the business
Person Specification
- At least 2 years' experience working within a financial planning or similar business
- Experience working within a financial planning administration/assistant role is essential
- CII qualification or studying towards would be an advantage
- Strong IT skills including MS Office and MS Excel
- Good understanding of GDPR, awareness of regulatory and compliance requirements
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate professionally with clients and third parties
Financial Planning Assistant in Stockport employer: RG Consultancy Ltd
RG Consultancy is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment within a leading manufacturing company that values professional growth and teamwork. With competitive salaries, flexible working hours, and comprehensive benefits including private health insurance and generous holiday allowances, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally. The supportive culture encourages innovation and collaboration, making it an ideal place for part/qualified CIMA/ACCA professionals to advance their careers while contributing to the success of a growing team.
