Group Training & Development Manager

Overview of WBR Group

WBR Group is a leading provider of Small Self\-Administered Scheme (SSAS) administration, actuarial, law and tax advisory services. With a focus on delivering excellent outcomes for business owners, SMEs, entrepreneurs, and families, WBR Group offers personalised and proactive administration services for their clients.

About the role

We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Training \& Development Manager to join WBR Group and play a key role in shaping how our people learn, grow, and succeed.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the design and support delivery of structured training programmes across our Operations teams, ensuring new starters are set up for success and existing colleagues continue to develop their knowledge, skills, and confidence.

You’ll take ownership of our induction experience, support ongoing capability building, and work closely with leaders across the business to embed a culture of continuous learning aligned to our values of Professionalism, Excellence, Empathy and Respect (PEER).

What you’ll be doing

Induction \& onboarding

• Design and deliver engaging, tailored induction programmes for new starters


• Support onboarding across multiple business areas, ensuring a smooth transition into operational teams


• Partner with Team Managers during probation periods to provide insight on progress, engagement and development needs

Training delivery \& development

• Develop and maintain a structured training calendar aligned to business priorities


• Deliver and coordinate training to upskill Client Associates and support regulatory compliance


• Monitor training effectiveness and provide meaningful MI to stakeholders


• Keep training materials up to date, accessible and aligned to best practice

Performance \& culture

• Champion a consistent and high\-quality onboarding experience


• Promote a growth mindset and continuous development culture


• Identify skills gaps and proactively implement solutions to support colleagues

Collaboration \& continuous improvement

• Work closely with Operations leadership and key stakeholders to shape training strategy


• Ensure training supports business objectives and evolving regulatory requirements


• Stay up to date with industry developments and best practice

What we’re looking for

We’re keen to hear from candidates who brings:

• Proven experience designing and delivering structured training programmes


• Strong understanding of financial services (pensions, specifically SSAS is desirable)


• Experience supporting onboarding and developing colleagues


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills


• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities


• A proactive, positive approach and passion for learning and development


• Confidence using training tools and systems to track progress and measure impact

Why join WBR Group?

At WBR Group, we are committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive. You’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive business that values development, encourages innovation, and puts people at the heart of everything we do.

We promote a culture built on our PEER values, empowering our colleagues to grow their careers while delivering excellent outcomes for our clients.

Additional information

• The role is full\-time and permanent


• Flexible hybrid location across our office network


• This role may be subject to credit and DBS checks

If you're passionate about developing people and driving real business impact through learning, we’d love to hear from you.

Benefits

Hybrid/Remote working
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Extra day off for your birthday
Ability to buy holiday (up to 5 additional days)
Company Pension
Life Assurance
Group Income Protection
Enhanced Employee Assistance Programme
A range of voluntary benefits such as discounted gym memberships, cycle to work, healthcare cash plan, PMI, critical illness cover.

Pay: £40,000\.00\-£45,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave


• Casual dress


• Company pension


• Cycle to work scheme


• Employee discount


• Employee mentoring programme


• Enhanced maternity leave


• Enhanced paternity leave


• Financial planning services


• Free flu jabs


• Free parking


• Gym membership


• Health \& wellbeing programme


• Life insurance


• On\-site parking


• Paid volunteer time


• Referral programme


• Sick pay


• Work from home

Application question(s):

• Do you have financial services experience?


• What L\&D qualifications do you hold?

Experience:

• L\&D: 3 years (preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leicester LE19 1RP

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