Simplybiz announces academy launch

07 May 2026

Simplybiz has announced the launch of its academy, a comprehensive talent, training, and development solution designed to help advice firms secure sustainable growth by attracting, developing, and retaining new talent.

The academy offers an end-to-end pathway for financial planners, mortgage advisers, paraplanners, and financial services administrators, supporting individuals from initial recruitment through to ongoing professional development. In addition to providing tailored, in-house consultation on suitable pathways, it will work in partnership with apprenticeship providers, including LIBF and SkillsEdge, ensuring access to a range of qualification routes, such as LIBF and CII.

The proposition also includes governance and post-qualification support, with regular check-ins for employers, oversight of apprentice progress, access to a dedicated CPD and compliance learning platform, and ongoing training and competence support.

Speaking about the initiative, Tom Hegarty, CEO of Simplybiz, commented:

“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.”