via Reed · 28 April 2026 ·147 days ago

Trainee Financial Planner

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London Full-time GBP 40,000 – 47,500
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We are working with a highly regarded, independent financial planning firm who are looking to appoint an Associate Financial Planner to join their growing Wealth Planning team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a business on a strong growth trajectory, with clear plans to significantly expand its advisory team over the coming years—creating genuine long-term progression opportunities.

The Role

This position offers a blend of paraplanning and associate advisory responsibilities, working closely with experienced Chartered Financial Planners to deliver holistic financial planning advice to a high-quality HNW client base.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Preparing suitability reports and conducting detailed technical research

  • Producing cashflow modelling and complex financial planning analysis

  • Supporting client reviews and ongoing service delivery

  • Assisting with client onboarding and drafting recommendations

  • Identifying planning opportunities and supporting the delivery of advice

You will gain increasing exposure to client relationships and more complex planning work over time.

The Opportunity

  • Join a growing Wealth Planning team with ambitious expansion plans

  • Work alongside experienced Chartered Financial Planners

  • Clear pathway into an advisory role

  • Full support through professional exams, including progression to Chartered status

  • Exposure to high-quality HNW clients and holistic financial planning

About You
  • Around 2+ years’ experience in a paraplanning role

  • Working towards (or holding) the Diploma in Financial Planning (DipPFS)

  • Strong technical knowledge across pensions, investments and protection

  • Excellent attention to detail and report writing skills

  • Ambitious, proactive and keen to progress into an advisory role

Package & Benefits
  • Salary: £42,000 – £47,500 (flexible depending on experience)

  • Bonus typically in the region of £4,000 – £6,000

  • Hybrid working (3 days office / 2 from home, with flexibility)

  • 25 days holiday + Christmas closure

  • Pension, life cover, income protection and wellbeing support

  • Comprehensive benefits package and full study support

This is a fantastic opportunity for a paraplanner looking to take the next step in their career within a progressive and supportive financial planning environment.

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