Blakemore Recruitment

5 job(s) at Blakemore Recruitment

Blakemore Recruitment
Jun 24, 2026
Full time
Senior IFA Administrator Based: Holborn, London Salary: £38,000 + Benefits and bonus This is a brilliant opportunity for a technical and professional individual to take on a new role in the company. The role of Administrator and will be working in a team including Paraplanners and also Financial Planners ensuring the most demanding private clients receive the highest level of service. It is an ideal position for someone who enjoys the technical aspects of administration and looking to develop their knowledge and experience into a full blown Paraplanner. You are not required to be diploma qualified yet but will be expected to take the exams during the time in the role. The role will also give you the opportunity to become a full Paraplanner in time. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career with a proactive employer.
Blakemore Recruitment Bournemouth, Dorset
Jun 20, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Operations Manager to join a growing, regulated financial services business in North London. This is a pivotal role and you will work closely with the advisers, regional directors, the training teams, and other leaders to enhance the client experience, streamline service delivery to advisers and clients, and improve the speed and accuracy of administrative support and advice. The Opportunity Operating in a fast paced, collaborative environment, you will play a key role in ensuring that advice support functions run efficiently, enabling Advisers to focus on delivering high quality financial planning. By embedding best practices, optimising processes, and driving service excellence, you will help maintain the highest standards in client service while ensuring seamless operational support. Key Responsibilities Support other team leaders and advisers by ensuring seamless workflow management and resource allocation. Work to provide clients with the highest level of service, by supporting advisers so that they have more time with their clients. Oversee the performance of the Paraplanning & Planning Support teams, ensuring operational excellence. Own the hiring and performance management of team members, working closely with the People team to ensure alignment with company standards. Proactively provide regular updates to the directors on team performance and capacity. Ensure full accountability for team structure, service delivery, and Adviser support functions. Drive operational efficiency within the Advice Support Functions, ensuring teams work collaboratively and effectively. Leverage MI to implement robust performance metrics, ensuring Advisers and clients receive seamless, high-quality support while effectively supporting the Paraplanner bonus scheme. Work closely with the FP Training Team, which will be responsible for training Planning Support and Paraplanners. Ensure team members understand their core duties, expectations, and service delivery requirements. Act as a first point of contact for any team issues or escalations. Support structured onboarding for new hires within Advice Support Functions, ensuring seamless integration into Pod operations. Work closely with the People and Training teams to drive ongoing professional development for Act as the key leadership figure within the team for Adviser support functions. The ideal candidate will have: Strong operational oversight with expertise in financial planning, paraplanning, and client support. Skilled in performance monitoring, using MI to drive improvements and support structured bonus schemes. Proven leadership and team management within financial services, ensuring efficiency and service excellence. Minimum of 3-5 years experience in paraplanning or client services. Excellent stakeholder management, collaborating with leadership, training, and support teams. Strategic and organised, able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and consistency in all processes. Excellent communication skills with a client-focused approach to enhance Adviser and client experiences. Familiarity with FCA regulations and compliance standards within financial advice firms. This role is ideal for someone with extensive knowledge of Paraplanning and Planning Support Administrators, a passion for developing high performing teams, and the ability to drive operational efficiencies while maintaining a high standard of client support. What's on Offer Excellent salary and benefits package Competitive pension scheme Generous holiday allowance Hybrid working (2 days from home)
Blakemore Recruitment Reading, Berkshire
Jun 19, 2026
Full time
Paraplanner - Reading Region Salary: £40,000 Location: Reading Region Job Type: Full-Time Monday - Friday, 9am - 5:30pm An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Paraplanner to join a well-established and growing financial planning business in the Reading area. This role is ideal for a technically strong and detail-oriented individual who enjoys supporting advisers in delivering high-quality financial advice. You'll work closely with advisers and wider support teams, helping to manage client cases from research through to recommendation and implementation. The Role As a Paraplanner, you will provide technical support to advisers, prepare suitability reports, conduct research, and assist in delivering tailored financial planning solutions for clients. You'll be joining a collaborative and professional environment where teamwork, client service, and technical excellence are highly valued. Key Responsibilities Supporting financial advisers with technical research and analysis Preparing high-quality suitability reports and recommendations Building and maintaining cashflow models Assisting with complex financial planning queries and calculations Attending client meetings where required and documenting outcomes Managing client requests including withdrawals, contributions, and policy amendments Maintaining accurate client and compliance records Processing new business and supporting ongoing case management Liaising with clients, providers, and internal stakeholders professionally and efficiently Skills & Experience Required Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning or close to achieving this Previous paraplanning experience within a financial planning environment Strong technical knowledge across pensions, investments, protection, and financial planning products Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines High attention to detail and accuracy Personal Attributes Professional and trustworthy approach Proactive and reliable team player Strong client service focus Ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced environment What's on Offer Competitive salary package Supportive and collaborative culture Opportunity to work alongside experienced advisers and technical professionals Long-term career development within a growing business
Blakemore Recruitment St. Albans, Hertfordshire
Jun 19, 2026
Full time
IFA Administrator Salary: £32,000 Location: Office-Based Job Type: Full-time, Permanent About the Role An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and organised IFA Administrator to join a growing financial planning team. This role will support paraplanners and advisers by ensuring the smooth and efficient delivery of administrative processes across the business. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining high service standards, supporting client communications, and managing provider interactions within a fast-paced financial services environment. Key Responsibilities Preparing client-facing documents including cover letters, review packs, and supporting documentation Managing diaries and arranging initial and annual client review meetings Processing Letters of Authority (LoAs) and requesting policy information from providers Chasing providers for outstanding documentation and updates Preparing and sending monthly valuation reports and client statements Ensuring compliance documentation is accurate, complete, and correctly stored Updating client records and fact-find information within internal systems Handling incoming calls and responding to client and provider queries professionally Scanning, filing, and categorising documents within company systems Managing and tracking workflow tasks through a ticketing system Supporting the wider team with general administrative duties as required Skills & Experience Required Previous experience within an IFA or financial planning environment Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills Confident communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines Experience using financial planning software and Microsoft Office Proactive and team-oriented approach Strong client service focus and professional manner Benefits Competitive salary of £32,000 Supportive and collaborative working environment Career progression opportunities within financial services Ongoing training and development
Blakemore Recruitment
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Trainee Paraplanner - Office Based Location: London, N16 Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 (depending on experience and qualifications) Contract: Permanent, Full-Time The Opportunity We are recruiting on behalf of a highly regarded financial planning firm for a Trainee Paraplanner to join their London team. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone with a background in financial services who is looking to develop their technical expertise and progress within paraplanning. This is an office-based role , providing regular exposure to Financial Advisers, clients, and colleagues, ensuring you gain the practical experience and support you need to progress. Key Responsibilities Preparing and maintaining client files and compliance documentation. Conducting product and market research, cash flow analysis, and portfolio reviews. Drafting suitability reports and tailored financial plans. Supporting the annual review process and attending client meetings. Assisting with the smooth implementation of client recommendations. Keeping up-to-date with financial planning, taxation, legislation, and FCA requirements. Candidate Profile Minimum 2 years' experience in paraplanning or financial services support. Progressing towards the Level 4 Certificate in Paraplanning (at least 2 CII exams completed). Strong technical knowledge across pensions, ISAs, trusts, IHT planning, and compliance. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise workloads. Professional, client-focused, and a team player. What's on Offer Competitive salary of £40,000 - £45,000 (depending on experience). Office-based role offering hands-on support and collaboration. Support towards professional qualifications and career progression. Opportunity to join a values-driven, ethical, and forward-thinking financial planning team.