Associate Financial Planner (Academy)

The Progeny Group Limited; Nottingham; Híbrido; GBP 30.000 - 42.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

30 days holiday plus public holidays

3 days celebratory leave

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance programme

Group pension scheme

Life assurance scheme

Eyecare vouchers

Enhanced family leave

Referral scheme

Descripción de la vacante

The Progeny Group Limited is expanding its Planner Academy and hiring Associate Financial Planners across Cambridge, Worthing, London, Manchester, Leeds, Nottingham and Edinburgh. The 12-month programme provides structured development, mentoring and client exposure to build a career as a Financial Planner.

You will benefit from expert-led workshops, a blend of in-person sessions and digital learning, with a mentor from day one to support practical learning and progression.

Formación

• Minimum CII R01 and R05 exams passed prior to joining the Progeny Planner Academy.
• Professional conduct including integrity, ethics and respect for others.
• Strong organisational and communication skills; able to work collaboratively and build relationships.
• Driver for self-development and proactive learning.

Responsabilidades

• Deliver financial plans and advice in line with regulatory standards.
• Provide a high level of client service and complete client reviews.
• Identify growth opportunities and support business development.
• Maintain CPD to meet regulatory and personal development requirements.
• Work toward KPIs related to quality, compliance and revenue.
• Develop technical expertise, market awareness and professional standards.

Conocimientos

Professionalism

Communication

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Self-development

Educación

CII R01 and R05 exams

Descripción del empleo

The opportunity

As part of our continued growth, we are hiring multiple Associate Financial Planners across Cambridge, Worthing, London, Manchester, Leeds, Nottingham and Edinburgh.

The Progeny Planner Academy provides a structured career path for talented individuals looking to build a career as a Financial Planner.

Associate Financial Planners are supported and developed over a 12-month programme, gaining the knowledge, skills and commercial acumen required for the role.

The programme is delivered by experts through a blend of in‑person workshops, webinars and digital learning designed to build confidence, capability and competence. Associates are assigned a mentor from day one, with dedicated time for practical learning alongside colleagues and trainers to embed key skills.

Each pathway is structured yet personalised to maximise the potential and individual strengths of every Academy member throughout their development journey.

What you will be doing

• Financial Planning & Advice: Deliver financial plans and advice to clients in line with Progeny's regulatory standards and requirements.
• Client Service: Provide a high level of service and ensure client reviews are completed in line with the service proposition.
• Business Development: Continue developing client‑facing skills and identify opportunities to generate new business and support growth.
• Compliance & Professional Standards: Complete Continuous Professional Development to meet regulatory and personal development requirements.
• Performance & KPIs: Work towards agreed KPIs relating to quality, compliance standards and advice revenue expectations.
• Knowledge & Ethics: Develop appropriate technical expertise, market awareness and professional standards.

About you

• Qualifications: Minimum CII R01 and R05 exams passed prior to joining the Progeny Planner Academy.
• Professional Conduct: Demonstrate professionalism at all times, including integrity, ethical conduct, respect for others and a professional approach to work and colleagues.
• Skills & Qualities: Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Strong organisational and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively, build relationships and operate within established guidelines.
• Personal Development: Demonstrate drive, commitment and a proactive approach to self-development.

We operate a hybrid working model, combining home and office working to support personal responsibilities and enable collaboration with colleagues.

Benefits

• 30 days holiday plus public holidays
• 3 days celebratory leave (for your birthday, wellbeing, volunteering or other important events)
• Private medical insurance, 24/7 digital GP and health advice
• Employee assistance programme supporting mental and physical wellbeing
• Group pension scheme
• Life assurance scheme
• Eyecare vouchers
• Enhanced family leave
• Referral scheme

Application Process

• CV & Cover Letter submission
• Informal call
• Formal interview
• Predictive Index Behavioural & Cognitive Exercises
• Presentation preparation
• Assessment day (competency‑based interview, presentation and role play)