Training & Competency Manager

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Independent Financial Advice firm in Manchester is seeking a Training & Competency Manager to oversee training and ensure compliance with FCA regulations. This role involves developing relationships across the organization and offers a starting salary of up to £75,000, hybrid working options, and a range of benefits including private medical insurance, pension, and a generous study program.

Benefits

Christmas Closure

Staff Profit Share Scheme

Pension

Private Medical Insurance

Death in Service

Fully Funded Summer and Winter Social Events

Generous Study/Training Program

Qualifications

• Experience in Training & Competency within a regulated Financial Advice company.
• Ideally, Financial Advice experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and structure training and competence within the company.
• Ensure compliance with FCA regulations.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

High IT literacy

Excellent communication skills

Detailed knowledge of FCA regulations

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Title: Training & Competency Manager

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

Job Description:

Recruit UK is seeking a Training & Competency Manager in Manchester to join a well-established Independent Financial Advice firm. The firm serves high net worth private individuals and corporate clients, and has a strong presence in the North West with offices in Manchester. They are expanding their services through growth.

Role: The Training & Competency Manager will oversee and structure training and competence within the company, ensuring compliance with FCA regulations, legislation, and best practices such as TCF. The role involves developing relationships with staff and management to provide effective services to administrators, paraplanners, advisers, and clients.

What’s in it for you:

• Starting salary up to £75,000
• Hybrid office/home working
• Christmas Closure
• Staff Profit Share Scheme
• Pension
• Private Medical Insurance
• Death in Service
• Fully Funded Summer and Winter Social Events
• Generous Study/Training Program

Skills and experience required:

• Experience in Training & Competency within a regulated Financial Advice company
• Ideally, Financial Advice experience
• Strong organizational skills
• High IT literacy, especially in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Excellent communication skills, including formal report writing
• Detailed knowledge of FCA regulations related to T&C and SMCR