Training & Development Manager

Elevate Standards. Empower People. Shape the Future of Financial Advice.

Training & Development Manager – Financial Planning

£40,000 – £45,000 | Hybrid Working | Established Independent Firm | Remote Work from Home Ocassional visisit to Berkshire office

Are you a passionate training professional who thrives on helping others grow while ensuring the highest standards in financial planning?

An award-winning independent financial planning firm is seeking a Training & Development Manager to drive learning, competence, and culture across the business. Sitting within the Compliance Team, this role plays a pivotal part in onboarding, supervising, and developing Financial Planners, Senior Managers, and support teams—embedding a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

This is more than just a training role—it's your chance to shape the professional journey of advisers and teams, ensuring they’re equipped, confident, and fully compliant.

What You’ll Be Doing

• You’ll lead the firm’s Training & Competence (T&C) programme, ensuring everyone—from new joiners to senior advisers—meets high professional standards:
• Lead onboarding and FCA registration for new staff across all levels
• Deliver induction, compliance, and conduct training—both in groups and 1-to-1
• Design tailored development and supervision plans
• Maintain CPD records and competence tracking
• Review advice cases and provide supportive, developmental feedback
• Help advisers progress toward higher qualifications and Chartered status
• Manage and enhance the T&C framework, policies, and reporting
• Champion learning culture initiatives across the business

What You’ll Bring

• Proven experience in a Training & Competence, L&D, or supervisory role within financial services
• Ideally holding or working towards a Level 4 Financial Planning qualification
• Solid understanding of FCA regulations, T&C frameworks, and Fit & Proper standards
• Confident delivering training, with natural coaching and mentoring ability
• High attention to detail, professionalism, and the ability to handle sensitive matters discreetly