Operations Executive - Financial Planning

Operations Executive - Financial Planning

Location: London | Hybrid Working
Salary: £40,000 to £50,000
Benefits: Comprehensive package including private medical cover, pension, and income protection

A leading financial planning firm is seeking an Operations Executive to support efficiency, compliance, and operational excellence within their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with strong project coordination and compliance experience in financial services to contribute to a high-performing environment.

The Role

As an Operations Executive, you will be responsible for coordinating key operational projects, supporting regulatory compliance initiatives, and improving business processes within the financial planning division. You will collaborate with senior stakeholders, financial planners, and compliance teams to ensure smooth and effective operations.

Key Responsibilities:
• Assist in the planning, coordination, and execution of compliance-related projects.
• Monitor project timelines, track progress, and report on key milestones.
• Support compliance initiatives by ensuring adherence to FCA regulations and industry best practices.
• Develop and maintain training materials and process documentation for team members.
• Test and provide feedback on system changes in Iress Xplan following software updates.
• Liaise with financial planners, compliance teams, and third-party providers to enhance operational efficiency.
• Assist with data collection, reporting, and analysis for compliance and operational reviews.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance team efficiency.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for project meetings, including preparation of materials and minutes.
• Act as a key point of contact for project-related queries within the financial planning team.

What We’re Looking For:
• Experience in project coordination or operational support within financial services.
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks within wealth management or financial planning.
• Experience with Iress & Xplan (desirable).
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, working with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Attention to detail with a methodical approach to problem-solving and compliance adherence.
• Familiarity with financial planning software and CRM systems.
• Project management qualifications (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile) are a plus but not required.
• IT proficiency, particularly in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

Package & Benefits:
• Competitive salary to £50,000
• 25 days’ holiday, increasing to 26 after 3 years, 27 after 4 years, and 28 after 5 years
• Additional Christmas to New Year holiday closure as extra leave
• Group pension scheme - 5% employee contribution, 7% employer contribution
• Death in service cover - 4x salary
• Private Medical Cover, including dental and optical cover
• Critical Illness Cover - up to £10,000
• Group Income Protection - providing up to 75% of salary in the event of sickness beyond 26 weeks

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic and growing financial planning firm, where you will play a key role in operational efficiency and regulatory compliance.