'No stealing pens' among post-lockdown office changes: Two firms discuss return plans

The new normal

clock • 3 min read

As lockdown eases and advisers start returning to their offices, Claire Tyrrell speaks to a couple of advice firms about life back at work...

Medical Finance Family managing director, adviser and former medical practitioner Mark Martin brought his 20 staff back to the firm's offices in central London from June 1. Dr Martin says the firm, which is part of the Quilter network, tackled several logistical issues in helping their staff return to work, as well as some initial resistance to change after working from home since March. "The problem was not really opening the office, it was getting everyone to the office in terms of public transport. We have effectively five teams in the office of four people and they all come into t...

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on Your profession

SFO secures six-figure confiscation order against Axiom Legal Financing fraudster

SFO secures six-figure confiscation order against Axiom Legal Financing fraudster

David Kennedy is currently serving an eight-year prison sentence

Sahar Nazir
clock 22 December 2025 • 1 min read
Private markets push meets adviser pragmatism: 'Real shift will come when advisers are empowered, not pressured'

Private markets push meets adviser pragmatism: 'Real shift will come when advisers are empowered, not pressured'

Higher proof-of-value demands and operational challenges keep private markets on margins of UK advice portfolios

Sahar Nazir
clock 19 December 2025 • 9 min read
Feel Good Friday: Tyndall Partnerships supports charity drive delivering Christmas aid to over 500 families

Feel Good Friday: Tyndall Partnerships supports charity drive delivering Christmas aid to over 500 families

Business development exec Lawrence Patrick joined charity The Mehiel Foundation

Professional Adviser
clock 19 December 2025 • 1 min read