Associate Financial Advisor

Company Overview

Parallel Wealth Management Ltd manages wealth for individuals, families, and businesses through a team of experts providing financial advice and wealth management services. As an Appointed Representative of St. James's Place Wealth Management Plc, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, we advise solely on the Group's wealth management products and services. We prioritise client relationships and strive to work alongside clients to achieve their financial goals.

The Associate Financial Adviser plays a key supporting role within the advisory team, working closely with an experienced Financial Adviser to ensure the smooth running of all day-to-day client and business activities. This position offers the opportunity to develop the technical knowledge, client relationship skills, and professional qualifications required to progress towards full Financial Adviser status.

• Client Support: Assist in the preparation and follow-up of client meetings, including gathering relevant information, producing reports, and managing ongoing actions.
• Research & Analysis: Support the adviser in analysing clients’ existing arrangements, conducting research across pensions, investments, and protection solutions, and preparing recommendations under supervision.
• Administration Oversight: Liaise with the client services team to ensure efficient processing of new business, policy servicing, and client communications.
• Compliance & Record Keeping: Maintain accurate client records and ensure all work meets regulatory and company compliance standards.
• Learning & Development: Work through a structured training plan designed to develop both technical and advisory competencies, supported by mentoring and funded qualifications (e.g., Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning).
• Client Relationship Building: Gradually take on greater responsibility for client communication and management, developing trusted relationships under the guidance of the lead adviser.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Contribute to team initiatives, process improvements, and business development activities.

• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal ability
• Analytical mindset and genuine interest in financial planning
• Proactive and eager to learn, with a professional and positive attitude
• Ability to work well under pressure and manage multiple tasks
• Competent with Microsoft Office and CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce or equivalent)

• Skills in Financial Planning, Finance, and Financial Advisory
• Knowledge in Retirement Planning and Investments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• RO1 & RO5 minimum

Internship

Full-time

Finance and Sales