Buckles changes recruitment tack as it eyes 'experience'

The Rhyl-based firm has, in recent years, boosted numbers via a graduate recruitment and training programme but is now looking at established advisers to bring "balance" to the business. "We are just trying to get back on track and catch up a bit after the recession," says chairman Nigel Speirs. "Our hiring drive is a recognition markets are positive and business levels are improving." Buckles, Wales' largest IFA, currently has 22 trainees on its books in addition to 40 advisers who are products of its graduate programme. This year alone, the IFA has taken on 20 graduates. "We have...