Full Job Description
Location: Cheam, Surrey (office-based with some flexibility)
About the Opportunity
A forward-thinking wealth management firm is seeking an experienced IFA Administrator to join its support team. This is not a typical administrator role – it combines the traditional responsibilities of financial services administration with the exciting opportunity to utilise artificial intelligence (AI) as part of day-to-day duties.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with previous experience as a Financial Administrator or Junior Paraplanner who is eager to embrace the future of financial services.
Key Responsibilities
IFA Administration
- Provide technical administration support to advisers and paraplanners.
- Process new business applications across pensions, investments, and protection products.
- Maintain accurate client records on CRM/back-office systems, ensuring FCA compliance.
- Liaise with clients and providers regarding queries, valuations, and policy updates.
- Assist with annual client reviews, portfolio valuations, and suitability documentation.
- Prepare materials and supporting documents for adviser client meetings.
Artificial Intelligence Integration
- Use AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT) to draft and refine correspondence, reports, and meeting summaries.
- Support research tasks and streamline provider/product analysis.
- Identify efficiencies in workflows, automating repetitive administrative tasks.
- Contribute to first-draft suitability reports and compliance documentation.
- Help integrate AI solutions into business processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Share knowledge with colleagues on effective AI prompt use and best practices.
Compliance & Systems
- Follow FCA and company compliance procedures, including AML checks.
- Ensure accuracy of records and audit trails.
- Use provider platforms such as Standard Life Wrap and Quilter; familiarity with Mabel is an advantage.
Skills & Experience Required
- At least 2–3 years’ experience in financial services, ideally within an IFA or wealth management practice.
- Knowledge of pensions, investments, protection, and related products.
- Proficiency with Intelligent Office (or similar CRM systems).
- Strong MS Office skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Confident communication skills for liaising with clients, providers, and colleagues.
- Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage a busy caseload.
- Essential: Experience using AI tools in a professional context, with an enthusiasm for their application in financial services.
Benefits
- Salary £32,000 – £40,000 (experience dependent).
- 28 days annual holiday (excluding bank holidays).
- Workplace pension.
- On-site parking.
- Chance to develop your career in a business that embraces innovation and future technology.
How to Apply
If this sounds like the role for you, please send your CV and a short covering note to Ryan at Financial Divisions.