Following the success of our RIAAT (Retirement Income Advice Assessment Tool) training pilot session at the end of last year, we are delighted to announce four new dates in 2025 when we will once again deliver this session.

As you may be aware, the RIAAT is now the standard used by the FCA to gauge the suitability of retirement income advice, with an expectation that firms will utilise the RIAAT in such cases. This training session is designed to make you familiar with the RIAAT tool, provide an understanding of its different sections and to test your proficiency in using the tool as part of a file review. The session is only suitable for firms with investment permissions.

So, what topics are included in the RIAAT course?
•    RIAAT background
•    Information requirements
•    Case details
•    Essential facts
•    Suitability assessment
•    Insistent client
•    Consumer Duty
•    Disclosure
•    Results & Feedback

These training courses will run from 9:30am to 12:30pm, remotely via Teams, and are priced at £650+VAT per person. This includes the 3-hour training session itself, plus a case assessment for you to complete and have reviewed by the Paradigm File Review team, in order to help aid your understanding of the RIAAT tool and assist you in becoming proficient in its use.

Please note that places are limited for each session to ensure the best possible interaction and may therefore sell out quickly.

If you require any further information regarding these sessions, please do not hesitate to contact Paradigm's Consultancy Manager, Sharon Ardern, on [email protected] or alternatively call 07387 261051.

The Paradigm Partner Forums provides you with the opportunity to hear from Our CEO, Paul Hogarth and Lothar Mentel our CFO on key industry topics and what’s going on with the markets. We also have a Compliance and Consumer Duty update from our Head of Consultancy, Graeme Stewart along with a couple of presentations from our Key strategic partners. As always, lunch will be provided, and you will get a CPD certificate afterwards.

Strategic Partners joining us for these events are Deepbridge Capital, EdenTree Investment Management, Committed Capital, Nucleus, Fintegrate & Mitigo.

Agenda to be confirmed shortly.

Please note, this event will be Investment focussed.

The Paradigm Partner Forums provides you with the opportunity to hear from Our CEO, Paul Hogarth and Lothar Mentel our CFO on key industry topics and what’s going on with the markets. We also have a Compliance and Consumer Duty update from our Head of Consultancy, Graeme Stewart along with a couple of presentations from our Key strategic partners. As always, lunch will be provided, and you will get a CPD certificate afterwards.

Strategic Partners joining us for these events are Deepbridge Capital, EdenTree Investment Management, Committed Capital, Nucleus, Fintegrate & Mitigo.

Agenda to be confirmed shortly.

Please note, this event will be Investment focussed.

The Paradigm Partner Forums provides you with the opportunity to hear from Our CEO, Paul Hogarth and Lothar Mentel our CFO on key industry topics and what’s going on with the markets. We also have a Compliance and Consumer Duty update from our Head of Consultancy, Graeme Stewart along with a couple of presentations from our Key strategic partners. As always, lunch will be provided, and you will get a CPD certificate afterwards.

Strategic Partners joining us for these events are Deepbridge Capital, EdenTree Investment Management, Committed Capital, Nucleus, Fintegrate & Mitigo.

Agenda to be confirmed shortly.

Please note, this event will be Investment focussed.

The Paradigm Partner Forums provides you with the opportunity to hear from Our CEO, Paul Hogarth and Lothar Mentel our CFO on key industry topics and what’s going on with the markets. We also have a Compliance and Consumer Duty update from our Head of Consultancy, Graeme Stewart along with a couple of presentations from our Key strategic partners. As always, lunch will be provided, and you will get a CPD certificate afterwards.

Strategic Partners joining us for these events are Deepbridge Capital, EdenTree Investment Management, Committed Capital, Nucleus, Fintegrate & Mitigo.

Agenda to be confirmed shortly.

Please note, this event will be Investment focussed.

What does the course entail?
The course follows a two-step format. First, participants receive pre-course materials designed to help them practice reviewing client interviews, assessing file reviews, and completing knowledge assessments based on their own governance arrangements (specifically, the firm’s Training & Competence plan). They will also test their understanding of SMCR in the context of their business activities.

The second part is the course itself. Conducted online via Microsoft Teams, the course spans two morning sessions (9:30 to 12:30). It includes a review of the pre-course work, discussions on key learning points, and an examination of a supervisor’s responsibilities to establish a competence and certification process for both the supervisors and the advisers they oversee.
 
These courses are appropriate for new supervisors as well as those who may have been in their roles for some time but have not refreshed their knowledge recently.

What does it cost?
The cost of each course, inclusive of pre-course work is £650+VAT. A second spot can be secured for an individual from the same firm at a reduced rate of £250+VAT. For firms needing a tailored course—especially those with multiple supervisors or wishing to conduct the training onsite—Paradigm is pleased to offer this for the cost of a Compliance Consultancy day.

We’d love to have you join us for one of these sessions. If you’re unsure whether the course is suitable for you or would like to talk to us about the wider compliance support available from Paradigm, please contact your dedicated Business Development Director (BDD). We provide extensive compliance and consultancy services to firms of all sizes and can tailor our support to a wide range of requirements. 

What does the course entail?
The course follows a two-step format. First, participants receive pre-course materials designed to help them practice reviewing client interviews, assessing file reviews, and completing knowledge assessments based on their own governance arrangements (specifically, the firm’s Training & Competence plan). They will also test their understanding of SMCR in the context of their business activities.

The second part is the course itself. Conducted online via Microsoft Teams, the course spans two morning sessions (9:30 to 12:30). It includes a review of the pre-course work, discussions on key learning points, and an examination of a supervisor’s responsibilities to establish a competence and certification process for both the supervisors and the advisers they oversee.
 
These courses are appropriate for new supervisors as well as those who may have been in their roles for some time but have not refreshed their knowledge recently.

What does it cost?
The cost of each course, inclusive of pre-course work is £650+VAT. A second spot can be secured for an individual from the same firm at a reduced rate of £250+VAT. For firms needing a tailored course—especially those with multiple supervisors or wishing to conduct the training onsite—Paradigm is pleased to offer this for the cost of a Compliance Consultancy day.

We’d love to have you join us for one of these sessions. If you’re unsure whether the course is suitable for you or would like to talk to us about the wider compliance support available from Paradigm, please contact your dedicated Business Development Director (BDD). We provide extensive compliance and consultancy services to firms of all sizes and can tailor our support to a wide range of requirements. 
 
 

Following the incredibly positive feedback we have received from you regarding this year’s events, we are thrilled to announce that David Ryder and Graeme Stewart will be back in 2025 with Paradigm's ‘Six of the Best…Practice’. These sessions will be held online, with presentations tailored specifically to meet your CPD requirements, and to provide crucial updates, regulatory guidance and fresh ideas. We will focus on compliance, with added commentary and insights being provided by selected Strategic Partners designed to further enhance your 2025 CPD journey.

The Strategic Partner's joining us for this event will be announced shortly.

Following the success of our RIAAT (Retirement Income Advice Assessment Tool) training pilot session at the end of last year, we are delighted to announce four new dates in 2025 when we will once again deliver this session.

As you may be aware, the RIAAT is now the standard used by the FCA to gauge the suitability of retirement income advice, with an expectation that firms will utilise the RIAAT in such cases. This training session is designed to make you familiar with the RIAAT tool, provide an understanding of its different sections and to test your proficiency in using the tool as part of a file review. The session is only suitable for firms with investment permissions.

So, what topics are included in the RIAAT course?
•    RIAAT background
•    Information requirements
•    Case details
•    Essential facts
•    Suitability assessment
•    Insistent client
•    Consumer Duty
•    Disclosure
•    Results & Feedback

These training courses will run from 9:30am to 12:30pm, remotely via Teams, and are priced at £650+VAT per person. This includes the 3-hour training session itself, plus a case assessment for you to complete and have reviewed by the Paradigm File Review team, in order to help aid your understanding of the RIAAT tool and assist you in becoming proficient in its use.

Please note that places are limited for each session to ensure the best possible interaction and may therefore sell out quickly.

If you require any further information regarding these sessions, please do not hesitate to contact Paradigm's Consultancy Manager, Sharon Ardern, on [email protected] or alternatively call 07387 261051.

What does the course entail?
The course follows a two-step format. First, participants receive pre-course materials designed to help them practice reviewing client interviews, assessing file reviews, and completing knowledge assessments based on their own governance arrangements (specifically, the firm’s Training & Competence plan). They will also test their understanding of SMCR in the context of their business activities.

The second part is the course itself. Conducted online via Microsoft Teams, the course spans two morning sessions (9:30 to 12:30). It includes a review of the pre-course work, discussions on key learning points, and an examination of a supervisor’s responsibilities to establish a competence and certification process for both the supervisors and the advisers they oversee.
 
These courses are appropriate for new supervisors as well as those who may have been in their roles for some time but have not refreshed their knowledge recently.

What does it cost?
The cost of each course, inclusive of pre-course work is £650+VAT. A second spot can be secured for an individual from the same firm at a reduced rate of £250+VAT. For firms needing a tailored course—especially those with multiple supervisors or wishing to conduct the training onsite—Paradigm is pleased to offer this for the cost of a Compliance Consultancy day.

We’d love to have you join us for one of these sessions. If you’re unsure whether the course is suitable for you or would like to talk to us about the wider compliance support available from Paradigm, please contact your dedicated Business Development Director (BDD). We provide extensive compliance and consultancy services to firms of all sizes and can tailor our support to a wide range of requirements.