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Financial Services Planning ManagerNorth Oak Recruitment • Leicester, Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Financial Services Planning Manager

Financial Services Planning Manager

North Oak Recruitment • Leicester, Leicestershire, United Kingdom
14 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Financial Services Planning Manager



Check out the role overview below If you are confident you have got the right skills and experience, apply today.

Location: Leicester (our Ref AL1419)


Salary: Negotiable up to c£65,000 dep on experience + benefits


My client is a highly regarded provider of independent financial advice, dedicated to delivering tailored, client-focused financial solutions. The team is driven by a commitment to integrity and excellence. They are now seeking a dynamic and experienced Financial Services Manager to join the adviser team and lead their sales efforts. The successful applicant will be CII Diploma level 4 qualified and will likely have a proven track record as a Financial Adviser. You may even be looking to sell your client bank but still want to be involved...the options are all on the table!


Job Summary: The successful candidate will provide strong day-to-day leadership to the team of IFA professionals, ensuring they operate effectively, efficiently, compliantly, and in line with commercial objectives. The role will focus on improving team performance, maintaining high professional standards, supporting development and accountability, and delivering sustainable profitable growth through excellent client outcomes and well-managed operations.


Key Responsibilities:



  • Lead, manage, and support the adviser team to ensure strong performance, clear accountability, and consistent achievement of business and client service objectives.


Drive improvements in team effectiveness and efficiency by embedding clear processes, performance management, and best practice across the function.


Work closely with compliance, operations, marketing, and product teams to ensure the team operates within regulatory requirements and supports wider business objectives.


Oversee the quality and consistency of client service, ensuring strong client outcomes, high retention, and a professional, compliant approach across the team.


Support the recruitment, onboarding, training, and ongoing development of financial advisers to build a capable, motivated, and high-performing team.


Monitor team performance, workflow, market trends, and client needs to identify opportunities to improve productivity, service quality, and profitability.


Prepare and present performance, operational, and commercial reporting to senior management, with recommendations to improve efficiency, compliance, and profitable growth.



Qualifications:



  • Proven experience in leading and managing teams within the financial services sector, with a track record of improving performance and maintaining high professional standards.


Strong understanding of how to manage adviser teams effectively, including coaching, performance management, and developing efficient working practices.


Level 4 Diploma in Financial Planning or equivalent. A degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or a related field would be advantageous.


Strong understanding of financial products and services, including investments, pensions, and insurance.


Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate others, drive accountability, and foster a collaborative, compliant culture.


Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.


Ability to analyse performance and operational data, identify trends, and make decisions that improve efficiency, service quality, compliance, and profitability.


Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.



Why Join:



  • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.


25 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing by 1 day at 5- and 10-years service)


Generous non-contributory group pension scheme, commencing after three months continuous service.


Optional personal pension contributions via salary sacrifice


Free death in service benefit (subject to qualifying criteria).


Modern-design air-conditioned offices, with free parking.


Opportunities for professional growth and development, including support to achieve chartered status.


Employee Assistance Programme


Collaborative and supportive work environment.


A chance to make a significant impact in a respected independent financial advice firm.



If this role is of interest, please apply with an up to date CV. We aim to respond to all applications within 10 days. xwwtmva By submitting your CV you consent to it being retained for use in connection with this and future relevant and/or similar vacancies, you can of course, opt out of this at any time by emailing us. Full Privacy Notice can be found on our website.



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