Armstrong Watson expands Glasgow team

Armstrong Watson LLP, Accountants, Business and Financial Advisers has continued its growth in Scotland with the appointment of Bryce Niven as the Glasgow office’s first dedicated chartered financial planner.

The Blythswood Square branch was acquired by Armstrong Watson from Haines Watts in February and has seen significant investment since, including the appointment of new restructuring, recovery and insolvency partner Pamela Coyne, expanding service line offerings and a full office transformation.

Mr Niven joins the firm’s swiftly growing financial planning and wealth management team bringing his specialities in offering wealth management and financial planning advice to private clients across areas including: inheritance tax planning, retirement, investments and cash flow planning.

Commenting on his recent appointment, he said: “I’m looking forward to taking up my role with Armstrong Watson’s Financial Planning and Wealth Management Team in the Glasgow office and excited to be part of the firm’s expansion and growth plans.”

The firm’s Glasgow office lead partner, Richard Gibson said: “From first meeting Bryce it was clear his passion and enthusiasm would be a real asset to Armstrong Watson. Bryce has extensive experience within the financial services sector and his knowledge and skills, combined with Armstrong Watson’s holistic approach to financial planning and wealth management, will enhance the client experience for both Glasgow and the wider Scottish Financial Planning team.”