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Christophe Berra

Financial Planning Consultant DipPFS in Edinburgh

A little bit about Christophe

Financial planning is about more than numbers, it’s about trust, clarity, and long-term confidence. I work with individuals, families, and business owners to provide honest, open, and straightforward advice tailored to your unique goals. Whether you’re preparing for life’s big moments or planning for long-term stability, I’ll help you navigate key decisions with certainty. Together, we’ll build a personalised plan that moves you forward with confidence

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Coming into a sum of money can be exciting and overwhelming at the same time, especially if it’s sudden or unexpected. And while you’re trying to process all the emotions involved, you’ll probably have to make some important financial decisions as well.

Whether you’ve received an inheritance, a windfall, or a lump sum from work, having an adviser to help guide you and make a sensible plan can take away some of the stress and worry so you can focus on the benefits.

I can help you understand all the different options available to you, taking advantage of any allowances so your money works as tax-efficiently as possible.

I can also help you adjust your financial plans or make completely new ones by showing you how the choices you make today could impact your future.

Together, we can put your money to work in a way that helps you feel confident about the future.

Tax treatment varies according to individual circumstances and is subject to change.

Approver Quilter Financial Services Limited & Quilter Mortgage Planning Limited. May 2025.

Holistic planning

Establishing and reviewing trusts, complete personal risk management planning, short- and long-term savings and investments.

Investments

Wealth management advice to make your money work as hard as it can for you, including making the most of any tax breaks available.

Pensions

Expert advice to help provide comfort in your retirement.

Protection

Whole of life and term assurance protection, private medical arrangements, critical illness insurance.

Income Protection

Permanent health insurance to provide a regular income should you be unable to work due to illness or injury.

Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning

  • The Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning from the Chartered Insurance Institute develops core technical and initial financial planning understanding.

After a successful 20-year career in professional football, playing for clubs including Heart of Midlothian, Wolverhampton Wanderers, and Ipswich Town, as well as earning forty-four caps for Scotland, I transitioned into financial planning with the same dedication and discipline that defined my sporting career.

Having worked in coaching roles, including six months in the USA, I ultimately decided to follow a long-standing interest in finance upon returning home. Having had my own financial planner for over 15 years, I gained valuable insight into the importance of thoughtful financial guidance and was encouraged to pursue this career myself. I pride myself on honesty, reliability, and a commitment to delivering the best possible outcomes for my clients. My approach is rooted in clever planning, integrity, and a genuine passion for helping others achieve financial security.

Outside of work, I cherish time with my family, enjoying walks and coffee outings. I’ve recently taken up tennis, adding a new challenge to my personal fitness routine, an area of life I’ve valued for two decades. I also plan to return to golf once life settles, as maintaining an active lifestyle continues to be a priority.

The Financial Conduct Authority does not regulate some employee benefits, tax planning, inheritance tax planning, estate planning, succession planning, trusts or some buy-to-let mortgages.

The guidance and/or information contained within this website is subject to the UK regulatory regime and is therefore targeted at consumers based in the UK.

Registered Office: Quilter Financial Advisers, Senator House, 85 Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4AB. Tel: 0207 562 5856. Registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 05693185. Lighthouse Financial Advice Limited, Senator House, 85 Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4AB. Tel: 0207 562 5856. Registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 04795080.

Quilter Financial Planning Network only: This financial promotion was approved by Quilter Wealth Ltd, Quilter Financial Services Ltd, Quilter Mortgage Planning Ltd, Quilter Financial Ltd, Quilter Financial Planning Solutions Ltd & Lighthouse Advisory Services Limited on 13 October 2023.