Eden Scott’s client is seeking a dedicated Paraplanner / Financial Planning Specialist to support their dynamic team in Edinburgh. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to their clients' financial well-being while advancing your career in a supportive environment.
As a Paraplanner / Financial Planning Specialist you will play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional service to our clients.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Deliver accurate, comprehensive annual reviews within agreed timelines.
* Prepare and issue annual financial reviews using tools such as FE Analytics.
* Complete drawdown reviews and provide technical input on tax and pension matters.
* Accurately process client transactions, including fund switches, withdrawals, and contributions.
* Maintain client records and data across platforms, including MoneyInfo.
* Raise annual and quarterly fees and manage documentation for adviser submissions.
* Submit new business and input data into our back-office system (Intelliflo).
* Troubleshoot system issues and support ongoing service case management.
* Assist with financial plan preparation and contribute to process improvements.
* Provide technical and administrative support to advisers and colleagues.
* Prepare and issue compliant documentation, such as recommendation reports and deeds of assignment.
The ideal candidate will possess:
* Proven experience in a technical or administrative financial services role, ideally within financial planning or investment.
* Hands-on experience in client account management and financial transactions.
* Familiarity with platforms such as FE Analytics, Voyant, and MoneyInfo.
* Strong understanding of financial planning, pensions, investments, and related products.
* Solid understanding of regulatory standards and compliance in documentation.
* Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
* High attention to detail with strong analytical and numerical skills.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial software tools.
* Effective multitasking with good organisational and time-management capabilities.
* Collaborative team player who is adaptable and solution-oriented.
This position is based in their Edinburgh office, offering a collaborative and professional work environment.
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU HAVE THE ABOVE EXPERIENCE AND BASED IN SCOTLAND
Email CV to Karen.Kerr@edenscott.com
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