Trainee Adviser

Trainee Financial Advisor - South West London, London

Ref: 2159Friday 23 January 2026

Up to £60,000

A rapidly growing financial advisory firm is seeking an experienced Paraplanner to join its expanding team. The business is enjoying double-digit growth and has already met its Q1 targets, operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that rewards proactive individuals.

The firm manages approximately £300 million in assets for around 1,000 clients, ranging from smaller ISA investors to ultra-high-net-worth individuals. The client base is diverse, and the firm prides itself on providing comprehensive financial advice rather than cherry-picking clients.

 

Salary range: £40,000 – £60,000 depending on experience and technical depth

Clear progression to Junior Financial Planner with commission potential

This role offers excellent scope for progression, with a clear pathway into a Trainee Adviser position within 6–12 months for the right individual.

The Paraplanner will play a critical role in supporting the Managing Director with a busy client portfolio, ensuring the smooth and efficient delivery of advice. The successful candidate will be technically strong, commercially aware, and motivated to develop quickly within financial planning.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Producing comprehensive reports for advisers
  • Drafting complex suitability letters using established templates
  • Attending client and adviser meetings to gather information for report writing
  • Conducting technical research and summarising findings clearly and concisely
  • Presenting pros and cons of different providers in a commercially focused manner
  • Performing cashflow modelling using FE
  • Managing daily workflows via Simplan
  • Supporting general administration related to financial advice delivery

 

Skills and Experience Required

  • Experience as a Paraplanner
  • Strong experience using FE for report writing and cashflow modelling
  • Proven ability to draft complex suitability letters (including trusts, pension consolidation, tax-free withdrawals, IHT planning)
  • Experience with whole-of-market research
  • Ability to summarise complex technical information into concise, actionable bullet points
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