Paraplanner

  • CMD Recruitment
  • Chippenham, Wiltshire
  • Jun 12, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Hybrid (3 days office-based)

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong Paraplanner who enjoys the analytical side of financial planning and wants to play a key role in delivering high-quality advice to clients. The position offers exposure to complex financial planning work, with a strong focus on technical analysis, cashflow modelling, research, and report writing rather than administration.

Working closely with Financial Planners, you'll help create robust, client-focused financial strategies and recommendations that support clients in achieving their long-term objectives.



The Opportunity

You'll be joining a collaborative and highly professional team that takes a genuinely holistic approach to financial planning. Advice spans pensions, investments, protection, tax planning, and estate planning, often working alongside accountancy and tax specialists to deliver joined-up solutions for clients.

This role would suit someone who enjoys technical problem-solving, conducting detailed research, and producing well-structured suitability reports that provide real value to both advisers and clients.



Key Responsibilities

  • Analyse complex client information and translate findings into clear, practical financial planning recommendations.
  • Produce high-quality suitability reports and supporting documentation.
  • Conduct cashflow modelling, scenario testing, and financial forecasting.
  • Research products, providers, and planning strategies to support client outcomes.
  • Develop compliant recommendations aligned to client goals and regulatory requirements.
  • Prepare technical documentation and reports to support Financial Planner meetings.
  • Maintain exceptional standards of accuracy, technical quality, and regulatory compliance.


About You

To be considered, you'll ideally have:

  • Previous experience in a Paraplanning or technical financial planning position.
  • Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning (or equivalent qualification).
  • Strong technical knowledge across pensions, investments, protection, and UK tax planning.
  • Experience producing suitability reports and recommendation documents.
  • Knowledge of financial planning and cashflow modelling software.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong written communication skills with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
  • A proactive approach with the ability to manage your own workload while working effectively as part of a wider team.


What's on Offer

In return, my client offers a supportive and collaborative working environment where professional development is actively encouraged and rewarded.

Benefits include:

  • Minimum 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Option to purchase up to 5 additional days holiday.
  • Additional day off for your birthday.
  • Hybrid working arrangement (3 days office-based).
  • Employee Assistance Programme supporting mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.
  • Fully funded professional qualifications and ongoing development.
  • Competitive pension scheme.
  • Access to a range of employee discounts and benefits.

If you're a technically focused Paraplanner looking to join a forward-thinking Wealth Management business where you can continue to develop your expertise and build a long-term career, I'd be keen to discuss the opportunity with you.