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Posted 21 July, 2026

Trainee Financial Planning Compliance Officer

NJR Recruitment
Manchester, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Trainee Financial Planning Compliance Officer

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Location: Manchester City Centre

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Salary: £35,000

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Working towards the CII Level 4 Exams

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About the Role

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NJR Recruitment is working in Partnership with an Independent Firm of Financial Planners who is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Candidate to take the step in to 'Trainee Compliance Officer’ role. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining high standards of regulatory compliance and suitability of advice across the business.

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This role is ideal for someone who has proven experience working for a firm of Financial Planners or an Provider as an Administrator or Trainee Paraplanner/Paraplanner who is eager to develop their career in a supportive and professional environment.

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Key Responsibilities

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" Conduct file checks to assess suitability of advice

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" Perform call checks to ensure compliance with advice standards

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" Assess vulnerability characteristics and identify necessary support

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" Deliver clear and structured feedback to advisers and paraplanners

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" Provide ad-hoc compliance support to business departments

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" Ensure adherence to FCA regulations, legislation, and internal policies

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" Assist in implementing and maintaining robust compliance procedures

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Requirements

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" Ideally working towards CII Level 4 qualified, or completed 1-2 exams and actively working towards full qualification

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" Minimum 1 year of experience in compliance or a related role

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" Strong attention to detail and analytical skills

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" Effective communication and interpersonal abilities

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" Confidence in delivering constructive feedback

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Apply today via NJR Recruitment or call quoting the reference NJR16457

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Please note: Due to a high volume of applications, if your CV does not reflect the essential requirements, or you answer 'no' to key screening questions, we may not be able to contact you.