03/06/2026
May, in review. ☀️
A month of team development, career progression, community support and a little healthy competition.
Here are a few highlights:
Victoria’s promotion to Paraplanner
A well-deserved promotion for Victoria Coslett as she continues building the technical experience and expertise needed on her journey towards becoming an Independent Financial Adviser. 👏
Lunchtime Learning with Stuart
Stuart Buchan shared valuable networking insights with the team, covering everything from building genuine relationships to getting the most out of networking events. 🤝
How Solicitors and IFAs Work Together
Harry Shivas explored how collaboration between solicitors and independent financial advisers can help improve client outcomes, particularly across probate, trusts, deputyship, divorce and estate planning matters. ⚖️
Client Servicing Administrator Vacancy
We announced a new opportunity to join our growing team and are still on the lookout for a Client Servicing Administrator to help support our clients, advisers and wider financial planning process. 🔭
Volunteering at Routes to Roots
Some of the team spent an afternoon helping prepare and serve lunch, supporting the fantastic work Routes to Roots does within our local community. 💙
Why your Will, LPA and expression of wishes matter more after the April 2027 pension changes
Jonathan Holdaway explored why the upcoming pension inheritance tax changes make estate planning fundamentals more important than ever. 📝
May’s Fika
With the sun finally making a more regular appearance, the team enjoyed yoghurt bowls topped with fruit, granola, chocolate chips and honey. 🍓
Our Q2 Company Update
A valuable opportunity for the whole team to come together, reflect on progress so far this year, understand what different departments have been working on and see how everyone contributes towards our wider goals. 📈
A Killer Darts Rematch
Round three of our office darts competition took place, with Tanya Richardson claiming the title this time. 🎯
Thank you to everyone who’s been part of it, we're looking forward to seeing what June brings. 😊