{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/63d6635d45284700118ac9cf/68936a1fc952cf5978a9ca2d?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Breaking into paraplanning: 'Who should I work for?'","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/63d6635d45284700118ac9cf/1754493764722-2c0e84eb-4e39-426b-93e0-2fbb8956f857.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Whether you’re considering a move into paraplanning, just landed your first role or are just curious about the options, one question you might keep wondering about: ‘What kind of organisation should I work for?’</p><p>Do you choose in-house team or outsourced provider? A small boutique practice or large corporate? Whichever you choose, there will be pros and cons, so how do you decide which is most suitable for you?</p><p>This Assembly – recorded on 6 August 2025 – lifts the lid on different paraplanning career paths and workplace structures. It’s the second in a series of Assemblies looking at careers in paraplanning and supported by Aegon.</p><p>Our host <strong>Caroline Stuart</strong> of <a href=\"https://www.sparrowparaplanning.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Sparrow Paraplanning</a> is joined by <strong>Julie South</strong>, owner of <a href=\"https://beeparaplanningservices.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Bee Paraplanning</a>, <strong>Sarah Lees</strong>, senior paraplanner at <a href=\"https://www.forvismazars.com/group/en\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Forvis Mazars</a> and <strong>Jo Parkes</strong>, paraplanning manager at <a href=\"https://navigatus.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Navigatus</a> – paraplanners with experience of working in all kinds of organisations and are ready to share what it’s meant for their careers.</p><p>Over the course of the Assembly, they discuss:</p><ul><li>The different paraplanning structures out there – and what they’re really like to work in</li><li>How to get your foot in the door – and what to look for in potential employers</li><li>What support and development you can expect from types of organisations</li><li>Practical tips for adapting and thriving wherever you land</li></ul><p>You’ll leave with a clearer picture of your paraplanning options, practical insights from experienced practitioners, and the confidence to take your next career step.</p><p><br></p><h4>Thanks to Aegon</h4><p>This Assembly would not be possible without the generous support of Aegon. Thank you to the team at <a href=\"https://www.aegon.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Aegon</a> for supporting and for backing the development of paraplanners and paraplanning in the UK through their support of the Paraplanners’ Assembly.</p><p><br></p><h4>Don’t miss the first Assembly in this series</h4><p>This is the second Assembly in a series on breaking into and developing your career in paraplanning. Discover the first in the series <a href=\"https://paraplannersassembly.co.uk/event/breaking-into-paraplanning-where-to-start/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Breaking into paraplanning: where do I even start?</a>.</p><p><br></p><h4>Useful links</h4><p>Here are the links mentioned in this Assembly. Once you’ve watched or listened, make sure you tap the link to receive your CPD certificate (first link below).</p><p><a href=\"https://www.standardlife.co.uk/adviser/paraplanner-assembly-cpd2\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Request CPD certificate</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.crowdcast.io/c/ysmq5zz9rr64\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Crowdcast: watch the Replay</a> (with Chat)</p><p><a href=\"https://vimeo.com/1107770128?share=copy#t=0\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Vimeo: watch video of this Assembly</a> (without Chat)</p><p><a href=\"https://bit.ly/TheBigTent\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">The Big Tent</a></p><p><a href=\"https://professionalparaplanner.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Professional Paraplanner</a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.nextgenplanners.co.uk/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Plannex</a> (previously known as NextGen Planners)</p><p><a href=\"https://www.glassdoor.co.uk/index.htm\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Glassdoor</a> - for employees’ opinions about employers</p>","author_name":"Paraplanners' Assembly"}