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Oliver Blackburn

Financial Planner DipPFS in Caterham

A little bit about Oliver

My purpose is simple: To help you make informed decisions that support the life that you want. At whatever point you are in your financial journey, I’m here to help you take the next step with confidence. You can expect a high standard of service, with bespoke financial planning carefully shaped around your individual circumstances and ambitions. I feel fortunate to work in a role in which I can make a genuine difference to people’s lives.

Find out more about me below.

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Whether you want help getting your pension in a good place, or to ask me about any other financial need you might have, I’m here to help.
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How can you boost your pension pot?

In the UK, there are around 3.3 million pension pots that are considered as ‘lost’, containing an average of around £9,500 per pot*. Nobody wants to be missing out on money they have built up in a pension, but there’s good news - this kind of financial hit is completely avoidable.

Here are three simple ways to make sure your pension is working its hardest for you.

1. Check up on it

This one might seem obvious, but it’s easy to lose track of your pension pots, where they are, and what they’re doing. If you make a note of your pension providers, and check your pot(s) regularly, you’re far less likely to lose one of them over time.

2. Look at your investment allocation

Your investment allocation is where and how you’re investing your pension. Often, people will just use their pension provider’s default setting. But this might not actually be right for your retirement goals and risk profile. So, it’s a good idea to revisit this every few years.

3. Bump it up

If you’ve had a windfall recently, like a pay rise, bonus, or inheritance, putting a portion of it into your pension is a good idea. Not only is it tax-efficient, but you’ll be glad when your retirement comes around.

As an adviser, my role is to help you get all of this done simply, with all the facts and information you need. That might be helping you review your risk profile, consolidating old pension pots, or making a plan to help you retire early. Investing can help your money grow over time, but the value of investments can go down as well as up.

If that sounds good to you, please get in touch.

Approver Quilter Financial Services Limited. June 2026.

* How to find old pensions - Which?

Holistic planning

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

Income Protection

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

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.

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.

Oliver's location

Caterham
Surrey
United Kingdom

Oliver is based in Caterham and offers expert financial advice to suit your needs.

Since 2011 I have gained valuable director-level experience across the Financial Services and Public sectors, in which I have enjoyed helping businesses and clients to achieve their strategic objectives. I have a strong service mindset and experience of navigating uncertainty with confidence and robust solutions.

For me, financial planning is about crafting a set of solutions that prove to be an optimal match to your priorities. I take a calm and structured approach and focus on clear steps so that we have a mutual understanding of what step we are taking and why. Together we’ll get your finances in top shape, so that you can rest easy, feeling secure in your future. Naturally, the plan we agree upon will be dynamic, ensuring that it evolves as your circumstances change.

Outside of work I am a sports enthusiast, with a particular passion for golf. I support my golf club by serving as a Non-Executive Director on a voluntary basis and I enjoy the opportunity to play new courses. I value time spent with family and friends and I bring that same sense of loyalty and long-term commitment to the clients I work with.

What to expect

In advising you, I follow a simple and trusted 3 step process:

1. Free intro call to understand your needs

We will arrange a time to talk about your goals and plans.

2. Personalised plan

I'll prepare a tailored plan which always takes full account of your goals, and gives you the steps and expert support from me to get there. All explained simply.

3. On going check-ins, on your terms

I'll be there as your financial adviser to give you the support you need.

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 Financial Services Ltd & Quilter Financial Ltd on 07 April 2026.