minimum requirements
• previous experience in financial planning/services industry
• master’s in finance
• good technical knowledge of financial products and financial services sector
• excellent report writing skills
• excellent communication skills
• cfps are preferred.
knowledge & skills
• strong understanding of financial planning.
• competent in microsoft office
• strong communication skills.
• excellent attention to detail and the ability to work both quickly and accurately.
role dimensions
• preparation of suitability reports for approval by the financial adviser and prepare associated documentation as required.
• responsible for day-to-day paraplanning tasks – identifying what’s required, where client cases have information missing or outstanding actions. then working with the advisers and administrative team to obtain this information and subsequently writing a suitability report.
• research on products and investment strategies.
• any client related communications are required to be recorded on the client’s file in clear and intelligible english.
• attend client meetings.
• provide support with administrative functions when required. liaise with product providers to acquire any information that may be required.
• train the less experienced team members.
• ensure all regulatory and compliance standards are met.
• commit to personal development and keeping knowledge up to date with the new legislative changes.