Armstrong Watson Financial Planning appoints new managing director

Armstrong Watson Financial Planning has announced the appointment of Stewart Crockett as its new managing director.

Crockett joins Armstrong Watson after 23 years with Close Brothers Asset Management, where, as managing director, he was responsible for overseeing the firm’s practices across the country.

He started in retail banking, insurance and then for the last two decades in financial planning and wealth management.

He is also a chartered fellow of the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment.

Armstrong Watson has also announced the senior financial planning manager Justin Rourke’s promotion to financial planning director – head of advice.

Crockett said: “It’s a firm I’ve known about for quite some time that has always had a great reputation, so I see my key objective as building on the really good work that has been done. I hope to further expand on the success that has already been achieved and then help grow the business by using my experiences from different businesses.

“There are high-quality, professional and talented individuals here so I’m looking forward to working with them to take the business forward.”

Paul Dickson, Armstrong Watson’s CEO and managing partner, added: “I am delighted to have Stewart join Armstrong Watson to lead the Financial Planning and Wealth Management part of our business. As a firm our focus is on helping our clients achieve their business and personal goals.

“We are here to help them create prosperity for their businesses, for them as individuals, their families and the people they employ. Financial Planning and Wealth Management is a fundamental part of our client proposition. So to have someone with Stewart’s experience and expertise is absolutely fantastic.”