Advice Manager

Job Description Job Type: Permanent Location: Hybrid – Edinburgh Flexible working: All roles are open to part-time, job-share, and other flexible arrangements. We will discuss your preferences during the recruitment process. More about Phoenix Flex can be found here . Closing Date: 27th May Salary and benefits: From £70,000, plus 16% bonus (up to 32%), private medical cover, 38 days annual leave, excellent pension, 12x salary life assurance, career breaks, income protection, 3 volunteering days, and more. Who are we? We aim to be the best place that any of our 6,600 colleagues have ever worked. We’re the UK’s largest long-term savings and retirement business, offering products across our brands: Standard Life, SunLife, Phoenix Life, and ReAssure. About 1 in 5 UK residents has a pension with us. As a FTSE 100 company, we are committed to issues like transitioning to net zero by 2050. The role As a key member of the Standard Life Advice and Guidance Leadership Team, you will lead the development and growth of a team of Standard Life Advisers, delivering innovative, high-quality advice for customers. Your technical expertise and leadership will inspire confidence in our colleagues and customers\’ future. You will oversee a team providing professional advice on retirement solutions and investments, focusing on improving customer experience, advocacy, and satisfaction, supported by a robust risk, training, and competence framework. What are we looking for? Proven experience in the advice industry, particularly with ‘at retirement’ needs. Minimum of CII Diploma Level 4 qualification (essential). Experience in leading, coaching, and developing a team of up to 12 Advisers. Ability to meet the Training and Competence Scheme requirements, including recruiting, training, and maintaining adviser competence. Strong relationship-building skills internally and externally to support business objectives and customer referrals. Adherence to regulatory, legislative, and business standards, including risk management. We Want To Hire The Whole Version Of You We are committed to diversity and inclusion. If your experience differs from the advertised criteria but you believe you can add value, we encourage you to apply. Please inform us of any adjustments needed during the recruitment process. Learn More Guide for Candidates Connect with Our Colleagues Senior Managers Certification Regime (SMCR) This role is covered by SM&CR as a certified role, requiring annual certification and compliance with PRA and FCA standards. Details are available on the FCA website. #J-18808-Ljbffr