via Reed · 2 October 2026 ·2 days ago

Financial Planning Manager Hybrid | South East England Circa £100,000 + Bonus + Benefits

Financial Divisions
South East England Full-time GBP 95,000 – 100,000
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Financial Planning Manager

Hybrid | South East England Circa £100,000 + Bonus + Outstanding Benefits

A growing and highly respected wealth management firm is seeking an experienced Financial Planning Manager to lead, develop and inspire a team of Financial Planners across the UK.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for an individual who combines strong technical financial planning knowledge with a genuine passion for coaching advisers, improving client outcomes and driving commercial success.

You'll play a pivotal role in shaping adviser performance, embedding best practice and helping deliver the firm's ambitious growth plans.

The Opportunity

As Financial Planning Manager, you'll work closely with the Executive Team, Compliance and Operations functions to build a high-performing advice culture focused on exceptional client service and outstanding financial planning outcomes.

This is far more than a management role. You'll have the opportunity to influence strategy, support business growth initiatives, enhance adviser effectiveness and contribute to the continued evolution of a modern, forward-thinking wealth management business.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, mentor and develop a team of Financial Planners

Drive adviser performance, client outcomes and business growth

Foster a culture of excellence, accountability and continuous improvement

Support advisers with complex client and technical planning matters

Work closely with Compliance to maintain high advice standards and Consumer Duty outcomes

Monitor KPIs, productivity and pipeline management

Support recruitment, onboarding and development of advisers

Contribute to strategic projects, proposition enhancements and business improvements

Partner with senior stakeholders across the business to deliver ambitious growth objectives

About You

You will have:

A strong background within Financial Planning, Wealth Management or the IFA sector

Previous experience leading, coaching and developing Financial Advisers

Level 4 Diploma qualified (minimum)

Excellent technical knowledge across pensions, investments, retirement planning and tax planning

Strong understanding of FCA regulation and Consumer Duty

A commercial mindset with the ability to balance client outcomes and business performance

Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills

Most importantly, you'll be a natural leader who enjoys helping others succeed while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and client care.

Package & Benefits

Salary circa £100,000

Performance-related bonus

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional Christmas closure

Professional study support and development opportunities

Company pension with 6% employer contribution

Group Life Assurance and Income Protection

Employee share ownership opportunity

Charity days and regular company events

Why Apply?

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Financial Planning leader who wants to join a progressive and ambitious organisation where they can genuinely influence adviser success, client outcomes and business growth.

If you're currently leading advisers, coaching high-performing teams, or looking to take the next step into a broader leadership position, I'd be keen to speak with you in confidence.

Contact me directly for a confidential conversation.

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