Training & Development Manager

Learning and Development - Newbury, South East England

Ref: 1953Thursday 3 July 2025

Up to £45,000

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

 

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