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Level 3 Financial Services Customer Adviser Apprenticeship

Apprenticeship standard: Financial Services Customer Adviser

Deliver outstanding customer service, powered by cutting-edge knowledge and skills training. Combining advanced technical expertise with interpersonal skills, you'll develop the capability to build strong relationships, explain products clearly and handle complex enquiries with confidence.

We upskill employees from 10 of the 10 leading global investment banks
We train professionals within 81% of FTSE 100 companies
We address capability gaps in 8 of the top 10 professional services firms

Apprenticeship overview

Set the standard of exceptional customer service within your organisation.

As an advisory professional, you'll develop the skills to deliver clear, confident and empathetic customer interactions that build trust and increase customer retention. You'll learn how to explain products with clarity and apply FCA standards consistently, helping to reduce compliance risk while ensuring every customer receives fair and appropriate guidance.

Through practical, real-world learning, you'll improve first-time accuracy, resolve complaints more effectively and handle complex or high-pressure situations with confidence. You'll learn how to identify and support vulnerable customers and contribute to improved operational performance across your organisation.

You'll also get access to a bespoke financial services Introduction to AI masterclass and generative AI training to help you discover the latest in digital banking solutions and how you can effectively utilise emerging technologies to improve customer service.

In recognition of your commitment to development, your learning will be backed by the highly-valued Professional Banker Certification from the Chartered Banker Institute (CBI)

Apprenticeship information

Duration
15 months
Start Dates
January, April and October
Application deadline
6 weeks before start date
Study modes
Online live teaching and performance coaching, guided self-study, and work based projects
Cost
£11,000levy funded
Freefor learners
95% government funded for non-levy payers

Apprenticeship standard

Financial Services Customer Adviser

Course structure

Months 1-2

Industry & Company Understanding

Develop your understanding of the financial services industry while building the professional skills needed to manage your career and ongoing development.

Months 3-4

Collaboration, Systems & Processes

Understand sustainable banking, workplace relationships and how financial services organisations operate in a changing environment.

Months 5-6

The Customer Experience

Build the skills to deliver inclusive, customer-focused service, including product matching and digital banking support.

Months 7-9

Financial Regulation & Professionalism

Develop your knowledge of the legal, regulatory and ethical frameworks that underpin financial services.

Months 10-12

Problem Solving & Innovation

Strengthen your problem-solving skills, enhance customer experiences and drive continuous improvement within your organisation.

Get information about this apprenticeship

Join the UK's leading professional apprenticeship provider

Your success is our businessWe begin with specialist onboarding and guidance – aligning your personal goals with wider business objectives – to craft plans that deliver maximum mutual impact.
Learn from the best, become the bestFully-qualified Performance Coaches and industry-leading tutors bring their firsthand expertise to your studies – empowering you to become a master.
Best practice makes perfectHands-on learning through practical scenarios and our virtual learning platform ensures you have the knowhow to perform in the professional world.
Back-up that stacks upEducational psychologists and career mentors. Performance coaches and mental health specialists. You’ll have an entire multidisciplinary team behind you.
AI predicted performanceWe don’t just plan performance. We predict it. Our AI-driven model uses data to anticipate progress, adjusting in real-time to optimise success.
See it for yourselfPerformance trackers mean you can share your performance with managers, keeping them up to speed with key insights to observe progress and create better outcomes.

Frequently asked questions

If you can’t find the answer to a question, our advisers will be happy to help.

To apply for an apprenticeship programme you need to be employed in a relevant role and have your employer’s approval.

You’ll need to create an account with BPP, choose your programme, and submit your application. See our learner page for more information, or download our Apprentice Guide.