The programme is open to mortgage advisers, financial planners, paraplanners and administrators. The academy will support individuals from the recruitment phase through to ongoing professional development.
Alongside in-house support, Simplybiz’s academy will partner with apprenticeship providers including the London Institute of Banking & Finance (LIBF) and SkillsEdge, giving professionals access to LIBF, Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) and other qualifications.
The academy also includes governance and post-qualification support, regular check-ins for employers, oversight of apprentice progress, access to a dedicated CPD and compliance learning platform, and ongoing training and competence support.
Tom Hegarty, CEO of Simplybiz, said: “For nearly 15 years, I’ve worked to open up clearer, more accessible pathways into financial advice, and this academy proposition is the culmination of that ambition.
“This initiative represents a unique opportunity for directly authorised firms to benefit from the kind of structured support, governance, and talent development that has historically only been available within networks. Our aim is simple: to help firms find new talent, nurture their development, and secure the long‑term sustainability of the profession.”
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