Benchmark aims to bring consistency to advice model amid consolidation pressures

Head of financial planning Wesley Harrison in conversation with Professional Adviser

Sahar Nazir
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Benchmark is focusing on building a consistent and scalable advice business while leveraging Schroders’ backing to stand out from a crowded consolidator market, according to Benchmark head of financial planning Wesley Harrison.

Speaking to Professional Adviser, Harrison said the amalgamation of various firms into the Benchmark business meant "providing consistency" is currently his biggest challenge. "We've brought together lots of different businesses spread out all over the UK, with lots of different ways of working," he said. "Trying to bring some consistency to that is what I'm focusing my efforts on at this moment." Schroders affiliation gives Benchmark market advantage Harrison believes Benchmark's ownership by Schroders sets it apart from its peers in the consolidator space. "Our competitors now are...

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