Head of Financial Planning
Carpenter Farraday
Reading, United Kingdom
Posted 7 days ago Hybrid Job Permanent Competitive Salary Carpenter Farraday has been exclusively mandated to find a Head of Financial Planning to take ownership of this wealth boutique's established but growing financial planning function. The successful applicant will also contribute to the company's growth and development in line with its strategy and future ambitions. This role will report to the Board of Directors.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain long-term relationships with high-net-worth clients, understanding their financial goals and needs.
- Prepare and present tailored financial plans, investment strategies, and risk assessments.
- Conduct regular reviews of clients' financial situations and adjust plans as necessary to adapt to changing circumstances and market conditions.
- Maintain accurate records of client interactions and transactions.
- Stay informed on industry trends, regulations, and product offerings to provide clients with the best advice and solutions.
Management and Mentoring
- Mentor and support a small but growing team of financial planners, promoting a culture of continuous learning and development and driving the new business pipeline.
- Conduct employee reviews to ensure ongoing competence of staff and that client service meets the required standards.
- Take ownership of the advice process, reviewing appropriate policies and procedures, and aligning them with regulatory and company requirements.
- Challenge the status quo and draw on experience to improve processes and procedures.
- Deliver management information to the board periodically.
Business Development
- Identify and exploit opportunities for business development.
- Support key projects and initiatives within the business as required.
Conduct
- Promote the company’s values.
- Adhere to the conduct rules as defined by the FCA.
- Take responsibility for personal training as required to keep abreast with the latest regulatory and legislative changes.
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