Richard joined the business in 2007 and, having made the decision to specialise, achieved Chartered Financial Planner status in 2017. He is also a Fellow of the Personal Finance Society (FPFS), the highest level of qualification in his field.

At present, Richard is only able to take on new clients by direct referral.

Tim joined Hitchell Financial Planning in June 2024 as an Independent Financial Adviser and has worked in the financial services industry for 25 years. Tim specialises in advising clients in pension and investment planning and has a particular interest in alternative investment schemes to provide clients with unique tax planning opportunities.

Rob joined the practice in February 2015 and specialises in getting the right results for clients with mortgages and protection. Rob had previously been with Global Financial Limited for a number of years as a mortgage adviser.

Max joined us in March 2025 and plays a key role in managing client bookings and supporting the smooth running of our review process. Highly organised and always happy to help, Max ensures everything is in place so that clients feel well looked after at every stage of their journey with us.

Following in his fathers footsteps, James joined the practice in 2002. As a Chartered Financial Planner he is one of the most highly qualified UK advisers by examination (source: Personal Finance Society and The Institute of Financial Planning).

Louisa has joined Hitchell Financial Planning as Practice Manager to help run the Operations side of the business while continuing to carry out some paraplanning work.

Jane, is one of our experienced investment and pension administrators, looking after the day-to-day needs of wealth clients. Jane has been with us for over 13 years and previously had a variety of roles within IFA and financial service companies.