Private Client Advice Business Assurance Analyst

Role Summary

The PCA group provides regulated financial and investment advice to potential clients and all existing clients in the UK and across Europe. As a Business Assurance Analyst, you will review and assess suitability reports related to money purchase pensions, ISAs, General Investment Accounts, investment bonds (onshore and offshore) and trusts to ensure that all financial and investment advice recommendations are in our clients' best interests and meet internal standards.

Responsibilities

• Review suitability reports to ensure that any financial and investment advice given to potential and existing clients meet the overarching suitability requirements of the Financial Conduct Authority
• Proactively contact internal clients and seek further information and any necessary clarifications
• Provide feedback to report writers and respond to any follow-up enquiries
• Provide feedback to the Training Program Manager within the PCA group on areas that require further improvement and development in the advice team
• Discuss possible process improvements with management and senior management
• Attend roundtable meetings with report writers to discuss themes identified in reviews and suggest areas for improvement

Requirements

• University graduate or equivalent combination of education/experience
• Level 4 qualified - Diploma in Financial Planning/Regulated Financial Planning
• Level 6/Chartered status would be an advantage, as would AF3/G60 PTS qualification
• Very strong understanding of financial planning principles with a specialism in pension planning
• Very strong understanding of the FCA's COBS requirements for suitability
• Experience in file reviewing personal recommendations for retail clients
• Explain complex issues in writing and face-to-face
• Dynamic people skills with the ability to provide an efficient, professional and courteous service to internal clients

Benefits

Why Fisher Investments Europe

The global Fisher organisation distinguishes itself by putting clients first, providing unmatched service, and taking a personalised approach to investing. You can feel confident knowing that we align with our clients' best interests by using a simple and transparent fee structure and recognised European custodians.

It's the people that make the Fisher purpose possible, and to help our employees meet their long-term goals, we offer an array of benefits, including:

• 100% paid premiums for our top-tier supplemental medical, dental and annual health screening plans for employees and their qualified dependents
• 28 days annual leave, with the ability to purchase up to 3 additional days per year, plus up to 8 paid holidays
• Enhanced maternity pay package with 16 weeks' top up to full base pay for eligible employees
• $10,000 fertility, hormonal health and family-forming benefit
• A retirement pension plan, featuring a 9% company contribution of base pay with an additional company match of up to 5% of base pay on personal contributions
• Gym subsidy of up to £50 per month
• Employee Assistance Program and other emotional wellbeing services
• A collaborative working environment that practises ongoing training, educational support and employee appreciation events

Employees residing outside of the US will be eligible for the $10,000 equivalent in their local currency.

About the Company

Why Fisher Investments Arabia

The global Fisher organisation distinguishes itself by always putting our clients first, providing them with unmatched service, and taking a personalised investing approach. This unique model has helped the global Fisher organization grow to serve over 150,000 clients globally, who entrust us with over $236 billion (USD) in assets under management.

Our employees make our purpose possible, and to help our employees meet their long-term goals, we offer an array of benefits. We take great pride in our inclusive culture. We value the different perspectives and unique skills you bring to the team - it makes us all better. Success at Fisher is motivated by results, a collaborative mindset and a commitment to accomplishing great things - so if you are ready to do that, we are ready for you! Apply today to be a part of a team environment where you make a difference in the lives of people by bettering the investment universe.

This is an in-office role. Based on your role, tenure, and performance eligibility you may have the opportunity to participate in our hybrid work from home program. This program is subject to change.

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