Financial Planning Assistant

Financial Planning Assistant

Private Advertiser | Adelaide, South Australia, AU

Posted 5 days ago

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Description


We are seeking a motivated candidate to join our team as a Financial Planning assistant


Australian work rights are required for this position.


This role provides critical operational support, ensuring high-quality file preparation, research, reporting, compliance, while relieving workload pressures from our CSOs. The role will also provide reception relief as needed.


The successful candidate will work closely with our Offshore and Paraplanning Team Leader, gaining hands‑on exposure to financial planning operations while building professional skills in a structured, supervised environment.


Key responsibilities:


Paraplanning & Client Services


Risk inbox triage and initial administration


Assist with processing review files


Support SOA preparation and file processing


Reception & Operational Support


Provide reception relief when required


Support team with ad-hoc client service tasks


Assist in maintaining operational checklists and process documentation


Key Skills & Attributes


Strong attention to detail and accuracy


Organised and process-driven, with ability to manage multiple tasks


Basic proficiency in Excel and office software


XPLAN experience highly regarded


Experience or exposure to personal insurance highly regarded


Strong communication skills, professional attitude, and ability to work collaboratively


Comfortable following checklists and processes while being proactive in identifying errors


Full-time Junior role with structured training and supervision


Suitable for students studying Financial Planning


Hands‑on exposure to financial planning operations, including claims processing and review file management


Opportunity to develop professional skills in research, client service, and paraplanning


Collaborative team environment and mentorship from senior staff


Flexible involvement in both operational support and client‑facing workflows


Key Performance Indicators


Timely completion of research, reports, claims support, and file preparation


Efficient risk inbox triage and operational support


Contribution to reducing CSO workload and improving adviser turnaround time


Important: This is a in-office role covering reception relief. Applicants must have full working rights in Australia and be able to attend the office located at Mile End, SA 5031. Applications from candidates unable to meet these requirements will not be considered.


Salary is dependent on and will be negotiated based on experience.


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