A top-tier financial planning practice known for its values of Caring, Creative, Accurate, and Qualified is seeking a highly competent Junior Financial Advisor to join our team. This role is the critical bridge between technical expertise and full advisory responsibility, offering you a clear path and dedicated mentorship toward becoming a Senior Financial Planner.
Responsibilities :
1. Client Portfolio Ownership
- Manage & Grow : Manage and grow a dedicated portfolio of clients, serving as their primary point of contact.
- Advisory Leadership : Lead client meetings (with guidance where required) and present tailored financial planning solutions.
- Relationship Building : Build long-term client relationships through proactive communication and responsive service.
2. Holistic Financial Planning & Delivery
Comprehensive Advice : Prepare and deliver holistic financial plans, advice agreements, and supporting analyses across investments, risk, retirement, and estate planning.Technical Excellence : Conduct detailed portfolio reviews, asset allocation analyses, and scenario modeling, utilizing advanced software (e.g., Xplan, Xtools, Asset Map).Compliance : Ensure complete compliance with all regulatory requirements, including FAIS, FIC, POPIA, and TCF, in every aspect of advice delivery.Qualifications and Experience :
Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) designation.Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning (NQF 8).Essential Regulatory Examinations (RE5) completed.Experience :
Minimum 2 years client-facing experience in financial services.Demonstrable previous paraplanning experience in a financial planning environment.Growth Mindset :
A commitment to continuous professional development (CPD) and progression toward senior planner responsibilities.