Progeny Planner Academy 2027 Talent Pool

Start your journey today to become a Financial Planner, with the Progeny Planner Academy

The Progeny Planner Academy was established to provide a structured career path for talented individuals who are looking to forge a new career as a Financial Planner.

Associate Financial Planners are supported and developed over a 12-month period, gaining the necessary knowledge, skills and commercial acumen for the role.

The programme is delivered by a team of experts, using a combination of in person workshops, webinars and digital learning which are designed to increase confidence, capability and competence. Mentors are assigned to our Associates on day one of the programme and there is considerable time built into the programme to practice with colleagues and trainers to help embed the skills learned.

Each pathway is structured, yet personal, to ensure we can maximise the full potential and individual characteristics of all Academy members on their unique journeys.

A career as a Financial Planner can be extremely rewarding, whether you are new to Progeny with no industry qualifications, or already part/fully qualified we'd love to hear from you.

Click apply to register your interest in our Planner Academy for 2027 and join our talent pool. To find out more email [email protected].

What you will be doing

Financial Planning & Advice: Deliver financial plans and advice to clients in accordance with Progeny’s regulatory standards and rules.

Client Service: Provide clients with a high level of service and ensure client reviews are completed in accordance with the service proposition.

Business Development: Continue to develop client-facing skills and create new business opportunities to support the growth of the business.

Compliance & Professional Standards: Complete Continuous Professional Development to meet regulatory requirements and personal development needs.

Performance & KPIs: Work towards the set KPIs in terms of quality of work, compliance standards, and advice revenue expectations.

Knowledge & Ethics: Develop appropriate technical and market awareness knowledge.

About you

Qualifications: Minimum of the CII R01 and R05 exams passed prior to commencing Progeny Planner Academy (please note we will require these to be completed early April)

Professional Conduct: Display a professional approach to work and colleagues, including professional appearance, respect for individuals, integrity, and ethical conduct

Skills & Qualities: Be able to work under pressure to meet deadlines, ensuring accuracy and high levels of attention to detail at all times. Demonstrate strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, building and maintaining relationships and working closely within guidelines.

Personal Development: Demonstrate drive and commitment to self-development.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus public holidays

3 days of celebratory leave (to be used for your birthday, wellbeing, volunteering, or other celebratory events important to you.

Private medical insurance, 24/7 digital GP and health advice

Employee assistance programme providing support for your mental and physical health

Group pension scheme

Life assurance scheme

Eyecare vouchers

Enhanced family leave

Referral scheme

Application Process

CV & Cover letter submission (your cover letter should explain why you want to become a Financial Planner, highlighting any relevant transferable skills)

Informal call

Formal interview

Predictive Index Behavioural & Cognitive Exercises

Presentation preparation

Assessment day (competency-based interview, presentation & role play)

We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.