Paraplanner


Company:	Search Consultancy LTD
Salary:	£36,000 to £42,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Wakefield, LS1 4DY
Working pattern:	Hybrid - 3 days remote
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	19 Oct 2026
Closing date:	26 Oct 2026

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Summary

Paraplanner

Hybrid-Working (Following Probation)

Salary: £36,000-£42,000 DOE

Location: Wakefield

Type: Full-Time

An established and growing wealth management firm is looking to appoint a

Paraplanner to join its expanding technical support team.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with experienced Financial Planners, providing high-quality technical support and producing client suitability reports. In addition to core paraplanning responsibilities, there is scope to become involved with investment research and proposition development, as well as longer-term progression opportunities for those looking to advance within financial planning.

Key Responsibilities

Work closely with Financial Planners to formulate client recommendations and support the advice process.

Prepare compliant suitability reports and annual review documentation.

Conduct research on investment, pension and withdrawal strategies to assess suitability.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records within the firm's CRM system.

Act as a key point of contact for advisers, providing progress updates on cases.

Support the maintenance of centrally held research and investment proposition materials.

Liaise with administration and client services teams to ensure a seamless client experience.

Assist with team training and knowledge sharing where appropriate.

Ensure compliance with Data Protection, Financial Crime and regulatory requirements.

About You

Hold, or be working towards, the

RQF Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning (or equivalent).

Previous experience in a Paraplanning or technical support role within financial services.

Strong report writing and research capabilities.

Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook.

Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload.

Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

Positive, proactive approach with a genuine desire to develop technical knowledge and industry expertise.

What's On Offer

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Hybrid and flexible working arrangements.

Support towards professional qualifications and ongoing development.

Clear progression opportunities within a growing financial planning business.

Collaborative and supportive team culture.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

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