Onshore - Para-Planner
Location: Western Cape / Century City, Cape Town
Role: Permanent | Mid-Level (2–4 years’ experience)
Job Function: Preparation of New Business cases for Private Wealth Managers, in line with compliance requirements
Report to: New Business Manager: Onshore
About the Role
In this role, you be responsible for supporting the Senior Private Wealth Manager with financial analysis and planning for all new business. As an experienced Paraplanner, you will provide support to the Senior Private Wealth Manager in the development and maintenance of client financial plans. Your work will provide detailed research, analysis of client’s financial circumstances, and preparation of financial planning recommendations and reports. This role does not include case preparation.
Key Responsibilities
- Support Private Wealth Managers in the preparation and implementation of client financial plans.
- Conduct financial research and analysis to assist in developing suitable client recommendations.
- Prepare financial planning reports, investment proposals, and suitability documentation.
- Ensure all client information and documentation are accurate, complete, and compliant.
- Liaise with product providers, administrators, and internal stakeholders to facilitate business processing.
- Monitor and track client transactions, applications, and servicing requests.
- Maintain accurate client records and CRM data.
- Contribute to delivering an exceptional client experience through efficient administrative and technical support.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
- Relevant financial planning or investment qualifications advantageous.
- 2–5 years' experience in financial planning, wealth management, investments, paraplanning, or financial services administration.
- Knowledge of investment products, retirement planning, and financial markets.
- Experience preparing financial plans, suitability reports, or client recommendations.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
- Experience working with CRM and financial planning software is advantageous.
- Matric.
Key Skills & Competencies
- Financial Analysis & Research
- Report Writing & Documentation
- Attention to Detail
- Compliance & Regulatory Awareness
- Investment & Product Knowledge
- Planning & Organisational Skills
- Time Management
- Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
- Written & Verbal Communication
- Stakeholder Management
- Accuracy & Quality Focus
- Client Service Orientation