Company DescriptionFairstone Ireland specialises in delivering tailored financial planning and wealth management solutions to help individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals. As Ireland's fastest growing financial planning firm, we serve over 38,000 clients and manage €3 billion in assets under management.Our comprehensive services include financial planning, retirement and estate planning, mortgage advice, investment strategies, and wealth management. We are committed to providing independent, client-focused advice and exceptional service through our team of Qualified Financial Advisors. Operating across 16 locations in Ireland, we pride ourselves on our client-centric approach to financial success.Role DescriptionThe role is to manage new business applications for life/protection, pensions, savings and investment policies from receipt to policy issue. The successful candidate will have responsibility for delivering an efficient, accurate and professional service. The role involves working with both brokers and life companies. This is a fantastic opportunity for an administrator who is looking to progress their career within the Financial Services sector and gain exposure to various areas within the industry.Key Duties & ResponsibilitiesSupport the new business function in the area of Life & PensionsWorking closely with Senior Administrators and Financial AdvisorsProcessing new business applications with various life companies such as Aviva, Royal London, Zurich and New IrelandTracking the progress of new business applications and collecting any additional requirementsDealing with relevant life companies via e-mail and phoneDealing with relevant brokers via e-mail and phoneAbility to work off your own initiativeExcellent administration skillsIdeally good knowledge of the life/protection and pensions marketExcellent communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively as part of a high performing teamGood problem-solving skills, and eager to learnInterest in progressing with relevant studies – QFA and/or related examsProfessional and client-oriented approachStrong communication skillsCustomer focusedMust have a very flexible approach to work and be confident working in a fast moving, exciting environmentExcellent attention to detail requiredProficiency in Microsoft Office suiteAbility to live and work in the Republic of Ireland without restrictionExperience working in Financial ServicesCustomer FirstBuilding and Maintaining RelationshipsDrive for ResultsTechnical CompetencePlanning & OrganisingPerson SpecificationKnowledge, Education & ExperienceExcellent administration skillsIdeally good knowledge of the life/protection and pensions marketExcellent communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to work effectively as part of a high performing teamGood problem-solving skills, and eager to learnInterest in progressing with relevant studies – QFA and/or related examsProfessional and client-oriented approachEssential Skills & AbilitiesStrong communication skillsCustomer focusedMust have a very flexible approach to work and be confident working in a fast moving, exciting environmentExcellent attention to detail requiredProficiency in Microsoft Office suiteAbility to live and work in the Republic of Ireland without restrictionExperience working within the regulated financial services space (desirable)Behavioural CompetenciesCustomer FirstBuilding and Maintaining RelationshipsDrive for ResultsTechnical CompetencePlanning & Organising