Advice Framework Lead – Regulatory Standards

OpCo Lloyds Wealth Management Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

Private medical insurance

Pension contribution

Cash allowance for additional benefits

Bonus opportunity

Financial advice access

Job summary

Lloyds Wealth is seeking an experienced Advice Framework Manager to shape the standards that underpin financial advice delivery. You will translate complex regulation into practical guidelines, guiding cross-functional teams across Proposition, Risk, Compliance and Change to ensure compliant, high-quality outcomes for clients.

You will lead on maintaining the Advice Framework and control environment, balancing regulatory expectations with business risk and commercial needs.

Qualifications

• Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning required.
• 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.
• Strong understanding of what constitutes suitable advice and good client outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the Advice Framework and associated control environment across Lloyds Wealth.
• Interpret regulatory requirements and provide expert guidance on suitability and advice standards.
• Collaborate with Proposition, Risk, Compliance, Client Office and Change to influence governance and regulatory projects.
• Act as a trusted adviser to governance forums, delivering clear recommendations and practical solutions.

Skills

Regulatory framework

Consultancy experience

Policy translation

Risk & compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Education

Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning

Job description

Lloyds Wealth is seeking an experienced Advice Framework Manager to shape the standards that underpin financial advice delivery. You will translate complex regulation into practical guidelines, guiding cross-functional teams across Proposition, Risk, Compliance and Change to ensure compliant, high-quality outcomes for clients.

You will lead on maintaining the Advice Framework and control environment, balancing regulatory expectations with business risk and commercial needs.