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Posted 02 August, 2026

Paraplanner

IGO Recruitment
Preston, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Paraplanner\n
Location: Lytham St Annes (Hybrid Working)\n
Salary: Up to £50,000 DOE\n
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent\n
Hours: 37.5 hours per week\n
\n About the Role An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Paraplanner to join a growing and highly regarded Financial Planning business. Working as part of a professional and collaborative team, you will provide technical support to Financial Advisers, helping to deliver high-quality financial planning solutions to a broad client base.\n
\n This role offers hybrid working, long-term career development and the opportunity to work within a supportive environment where technical expertise and attention to detail are genuinely valued.\n
\n Key Responsibilities \n
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  • Conduct technical research across pensions, investments, protection and wider financial planning solutions.
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  • Prepare accurate, compliant and detailed suitability reports.
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  • Support Financial Advisers with technical case preparation and recommendations.
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  • Maintain accurate client records, risk profiles and compliance documentation.
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  • Respond to adviser and client queries in a professional and timely manner.
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  • Ensure all work complies with FCA regulations and internal compliance standards.
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  • Keep up to date with regulatory developments and changes within the financial planning sector.
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  • Work closely with advisers and administrators to achieve positive client outcomes.
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Requirements Essential \n
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  • Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Paraplanner within an IFA or Financial Planning environment.
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  • Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning (or equivalent), or actively working towards completion.
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  • Experience preparing detailed and compliant suitability reports.
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  • Strong technical knowledge of pensions, investments, retirement planning, taxation and financial services regulation.
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  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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  • Strong organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
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  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
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What's on Offer? \n
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  • Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience.
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  • Hybrid working arrangement.
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  • Full-time permanent position.
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  • Supportive, professional and collaborative working environment.
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  • Opportunity to join a successful and expanding Financial Planning business.
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  • Long-term career development and progression opportunities.
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About You You will be a technically strong and experienced Paraplanner who can manage your own workload while producing high-quality financial planning reports. You'll enjoy working closely with advisers, supporting complex client cases and contributing to excellent service delivery. A proactive approach, strong organisational skills and a commitment to professional standards are essential.\n
Interested?\n
\n Apply today online or contact Jonathan at iGo Recruitment for a confidential discussion.\n
Call: 01908 041443\n
Keywords: Paraplanner, Financial Planning, IFA, Independent Financial Adviser, Wealth Management, Suitability Reports, FCA, Pensions, Investments, Retirement Planning, Financial Services, Diploma in Financial Planning, Hybrid Working, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire.\n
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