Head Of Advice Proposition (Fintech)

TL;DR

Head of Advice Proposition (Fintech): Leading the design, governance, and delivery of financial advice propositions for Equity Release and Personal Advice with an accent on regulatory integrity and customer outcomes. Focus on shaping the future advice model, ensuring FCA compliance, and integrating the hirify.global business into the Royal London model.

Location: Must be based in the UK and possess full rights to work in the UK. No sponsorship provided.

Company

hirify.global is a SaaS platform automating financial advice to make it affordable and accessible, now owned by Royal London.

What you will do

• Lead the design and delivery of Equity Release and Personal Advice propositions, ensuring alignment with Group strategy.
• Develop robust advice guidance, policies, and centralised frameworks (including CIP, CRP, and COBS 9C).
• Chair governance forums such as the Product Proposition Committee and contribute to the Investment Committee.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to design, implement, and evolve propositions and policies.
• Provide strategic input into product strategy, adviser capability scaling, and the utilization of third-party tooling.
• Manage the transition and integration of the hirify.global advice business into the Royal London model.

Requirements

• 5+ years of senior-level experience working in a regulated environment.
• Proven expertise in proposition development and close collaboration with product management and design.
• Technical proficiency in FCA rules and regulations.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Must be currently located in the UK and possess full rights to work in the UK.

Nice to have

• Chartered Financial Planner status.
• Experience in Later Life Lending Advice.

Culture & Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements with a priority on sustainable work/life balance.
• Collaborative learning culture promoting psychological safety.
• Generous leave: 25 days annual leave, bank holidays, a paid birthday off, and options to purchase more.
• Comprehensive health coverage including private medical insurance, dental, and health cash plans.
• Financial perks: Company pension (up to 10% contribution), performance-based bonus, and 4x basic salary life assurance.
• Growth support: £500 individual training budget and 6 paid days per year for self-development.