Armstrong Watson, a UK-based accountancy practice, has appointed four financial planning consultants across three of its offices and confirmed two internal promotions.
The new recruits are Charlotte Fletcher and Glyn Jenkinson in Leeds, Murray Greig in Glasgow and Fiona Durham in Carlisle.
Fletcher and Jenkinson bring more than 40 years of combined industry experience. Jenkinson advises commercial and corporate clients on business protection, focusing on key risks and solutions such as key person, shareholder and partnership cover.
Fletcher, previously focused on equity release at Age Partnership, will now advise clients across all aspects of financial planning.
In Carlisle, Durham joins Armstrong Watson after eight years with Mark Nield Wealth Management, a senior partner practice of St. James’s Place.
Working from Armstrong Watson’s Glasgow office, Greig will advise on all areas of financial planning, with a focus on retirement.
The latest hires build on the company’s growth in 2025, when it added four financial planning consultants and 12 advisory staff in Glasgow after acquiring Martin Aitken & Co.
Following these moves, the financial planning arm now comprises more than 70 employees across the business.
Besides new hires, Armstrong Watson has promoted Martyn Pottage to the board of Armstrong Watson Financial Planning as financial planning director.
The business has also promoted Marcus Dodds to the role of regional financial planning manager.
The expanded team is intended to support a wider client base as it responds to recent UK Government announcements, particularly those affecting pensions and inheritance tax.
Armstrong Watson Operations and Commercial financial planning director Mark Frier said: “By growing our expertise and presence across key regions, Armstrong Watson Financial Planning can continue to provide tailored advice and support to individuals and businesses seeking financial security and long-term prosperity, providing the best client experience.”
In June last year, Armstrong Watson secured an eight-figure funding package from HSBC UK.
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