Old Mutual adviser school appoints head amid recruitment push

Can take 100 students a year

Carmen Reichman
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Old Mutual Wealth has appointed consultant Darren Smith to lead its adviser school as it prepares to actively seek new trainees.

Old Mutual Wealth bought the not for profit school from Sesame in February 2016 after the network decided to pull the plug on its wealth advice offering in the year before. The school supports students to obtain level 4 financial planning qualifications and also has a focus on helping students develop soft-skills and business skills. It plans to recruit trainees from outside the industry, including graduates and those seeking a career-change. It will also support firms to upskill existing staff, including mortgage advisers. The school hopes to attract those looking for a second car...

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