Central Investment expands advisory team

Aberdeen-based independent financial advisory firm Central Investment has expanded its growing team further with the appointment of Alister Link.

Mr Link joins Central Investment as a financial adviser, boasting more than 20 years’ experience in senior positions with a number of leading financial firms, including 14 years running his own financial services business.

In his new role Mr Link will focus on advising private clients on all aspects of their financial planning requirements.

Derek Robertson, managing director of Central Investment, said: “Alister’s wealth of knowledge and commitment to his clients make him a welcome addition to the Central Investment team. Throughout his time in the industry he has built up invaluable experience and expertise, and I look forward to working with him and the value he will bring to both clients and our business.”

Mr Link holds a Diploma in Financial Planning (DipPFS), as well as the Certificate in Mortgage Advice and Practice (CeMAP), and is currently working towards achieving chartered status.

Commenting on his appointment, Mr Link said: “Throughout my career I have always been committed to forming an in-depth understanding of my client’s long-term changing needs, and I am passionate about helping clients achieve and maintain the lifestyle they want, both while they are working and after they retire.

“I am delighted to be joining one of Scotland’s top independent financial advisory firms and, by drawing upon the experience I have gained in my previous roles, look forward to supporting the company in delivering sound financial advice and planning solutions to our clients.”

Central Investment provides advice retirement and pension planning, inheritance tax planning, house purchases, long term care, employee benefits, group pensions and auto-enrolment.