Are you a Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) with a solid foundation in paraplanning and a passion for holistic client ownership? Ready to take the pivotal step from support to lead advisor with a premier independent financial planning firm?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 OwnershipManage & 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 & DeliveryComprehensive 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.