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Paul Muckle

Chartered Financial Planning Consultant (LIBF & CISI), Chartered ALFBF, Chartered MCSI in Belfast

A little bit about Paul

I have worked in financial services since 2007 until present day, earning a great deal of experience in roles across many well respected institutions. Throughout my career I've helped a vast array of clients from all walks of life through some of the most challenging economic times.

Having completed the additional qualifications to become a Chartered Financial Planning Consultant, I'm an advocate for greater professionalism across the industry, and I believe in offering an exceptional level of service and more insightful advice to my clients.

I'm qualified and authorised to give in depth Financial Advice, Mortgage Advice and Long Term Care & Later Life Planning Advice.  

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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?

Business Services & Protection

Commercial mortgages/remortgages, workplace pension and employee benefits. Commercial mortgages are by referral only.

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.

Mortgage

First time buyers, remortgages, buy-to-let.

Pensions

Expert advice to help provide comfort in your retirement.

Protection

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

Dental & Medical

Financial planning for dental and medical professionals, in-depth knowledge of NHS pensions and needs of hospital doctors, GPs, dentists and locums.

Diploma for Financial Advisers

  • The Diploma for Financial Advisers from the London Institute of Banking and Finance is the primary award for financial planners that develops core technical understanding across a broad range of key financial planning areas.

Level 6 Diploma in Financial Advice

  • The Level 6 Advanced Diploma in Financial Advice builds on existing skills and knowledge, enabling advisers to develop specialist planning capabilities and offer a sophisticated and comprehensive approach to financial management.

Chartered Associate of London Foundation of Banking & Finance

  • 'Chartered' is the most respected indicator of professionalism. Attaining Chartered status is challenging and takes commitment. Not only does the adviser complete the Advanced Diploma course, 3 years of industry experience is also required before status can be awarded.

Certificate in Mortgage Advice and Practice - Level 3

  • CeMAP is the benchmark qualification for individuals aspiring to become mortgage advisers. It gives the skills, knowledge and certifications to deliver mortgage advice and practice.

Level 6 Pension Transfers

  • This module provides expertise on pension transfers and builds practical skills so that advisers can excel when making recommendations.

Certificate in Long-Term Care & Later Life Planning

  • CertLTCP is a specialised qualification covering the UK long-term care planning environment, including the responsibilities of the NHS and local authorities, long term care insurance and the financial assistance options available.

Chartered Member

  • 'Chartered' is the most respected indicator of professionalism. Attaining Chartered status is challenging and takes commitment. Not only does the adviser complete the relevant advanced qualifications they also have to demonstrate a consistent record of Continual Professional Development (CPD).

Paul's location

Belfast
BT18  
United Kingdom

Paul is located in Belfast and offers expert financial advice to suit your needs.

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.

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