Advice Framework Manager

You’ll hold a Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning , or an equivalent qualification, as a minimum.

A strong understanding of the FCA regulatory framework for financial advice, including suitability requirements, Consumer Duty and conduct expectations.

Significant experience within financial advice, advice frameworks, suitability, technical consultancy, proposition, compliance or a related discipline.

Proven ability to interpret complex regulation and translate it into practical standards, guidance and business requirements.

A strong understanding of what constitutes suitable advice and good client outcomes

Experience developing, maintaining or overseeing advice standards, frameworks, controls or governance arrangements.

The confidence to guide, influence and constructively challenge senior colleagues and governance forums.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex issues and recommend proportionate solutions.

Experience producing reports and presentations for senior governance forums, including summaries of regulatory change

A pragmatic, solutions-focused approach and the judgement to balance client needs, regulatory expectations, commercial considerations and firm risk appetite.

We understand not everyone will meet 100% of the requirements, however we encourage you to apply if you think your skills are a good fit for this role.

This job vacancy may close earlier than the advertised date if a suitable candidate is found. We encourage interested applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible.

We know how important it is to be able to achieve a balance. We want to support your lifestyle as well as meeting our business needs, so will always aim to be flexible. As well as traditional working patterns, we have colleagues who work informal flexible hours, reduced working hours, and have job-sharing arrangements. Many colleagues work from home, or in a hybrid way.

We warmly welcome applications from those returning to work after a period of leave, providing appropriate support and training where required.

We embrace individuality and diversity of identity, experience, and thought. We actively strive for inclusive behaviours and actions, making appropriate adjustments for disabilities, health conditions and neurodiversities. We ensure equal opportunities for all and transparently report on gender pay to promote fairness.

We operate under the Senior Managers and Certification Regime as a solo-regulated firm and if this role is classed as a Certified Role under that regime you will be subject to enhanced vetting and will have a number of additional conduct and regulatory duties to adhere to, as well as certifying at least annually that you are fit and proper to perform this role.