Castlegate Financial Management
Paraplanner

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Paraplanner
Castlegate is seeking a Paraplanner This role will be instrumental to the group, you are the backbone of the advisory process — enabling financial advisers to focus on client relationships and business development while ensuring the technical and compliance aspects are handled with precision. Also, supporting the growth of Castlegate Financial Management and the wider Duncan & Toplis Group.
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Liaise with the Adviser and Administrator to collate all the relevant quantitative detailed information required and conduct appropriate research to compile a compliant Suitability Report with the agreed recommendations Check all paperwork and information is available to ensure that the client file meets the FCA’s rules and requirements Discuss the client’s needs and objectives with the relevant Adviser Undertake research to identify suitable solutions to meet the client’s needs and objectives Prepare information for analysis by the Adviser If applicable, liaise with the client’s legal and tax advisers Complete application/proposal forms Ensure all compliance paperwork is in order If relevant, act on any changes made by the client Implement the chosen/agreed investment strategies including online trading If required, attend client meetings with adviser Review investment portfolio, asset allocation, risk profile etc.
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Excellent inter-personal skills, both written and verbal Excellent report writing skills Accurate with good attention to detail Time management IT usage including the Microsoft Office suite Detailed knowledge of the FCA’s rules and requirements Detailed knowledge of the FCA’s and the firm’s record keeping requirements Broad knowledge of the financial services sector High level of technical knowledge (level 4 financial planning qualification from the CII highly desirable) Knowledge of the following software packages desirable: Intelliflo, Exchange, Threesixty online, Defaqto, Distribution Technology and research tools (FE Analytics, CashCalc, Selectapension).
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