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Posted 21 July, 2026

Senior Paraplanner

Reed
Leeds, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Senior Paraplanner

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Location: Leeds (Hybrid available after probation)Salary: Flexible (DOE) + Bonus + BenefitsJob Type: Full-time, Permanent

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About the Role

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An established, independent financial planning firm is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Paraplanner to join its growing technical team.

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This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically strong paraplanner who wants to play a more influential role — whether that’s mentoring junior team members, shaping processes, or progressing towards an advisory position in the future.

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You’ll be working with high-quality clients on a holistic planning basis, supporting advisers with complex cases across pensions, investments and protection.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Writing high-quality suitability reports and financial planning documentation
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  • Producing and maintaining detailed cashflow models
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  • Supporting advisers with technical research and case preparation
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  • Providing responses to complex client and adviser queries
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  • Assisting with ongoing portfolio reviews and planning strategies
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  • Supporting and mentoring junior paraplanners and team members
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  • Contributing to improvements in templates, processes and technical standards
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  • Keeping up to date with industry and regulatory changes
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About You

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  • Minimum 3 years’ paraplanning experience within a financial planning firm
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  • Level 4 Diploma qualified
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  • Strong technical knowledge
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  • Experience writing detailed, client-facing reports
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  • Confident using Excel and financial planning tools
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  • A proactive and collaborative approach
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What’s on Offer

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  • Competitive salary (flexible depending on experience)
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  • Annual discretionary bonus (consistently paid)
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  • Hybrid working (up to 2 days from home after onboarding)
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  • Full study support towards Chartered status
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  • Career progression opportunities, including route to Adviser
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  • Pension contribution, private medical cover & death in service
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  • 24 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
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  • Supportive, collaborative team culture
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Apply Now

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If you’re a skilled paraplanner looking for the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.

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