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26 October 2026

Henwood Court Certified as a Great Place to Work® | Financial Planning Careers in the Midlands

By Georgia Platt

Henwood Court Is Officially a Great Place to Work®

We’re thrilled to announce that Henwood Court has been certified as a Great Place to Work®. As an independent, Chartered financial planning firm based in the West Midlands, this is a recognition we’re especially proud of, because it comes directly from the people who know us best: our team.

What is Great Place to Work® certification?

Great Place to Work® is a global authority on workplace culture. Its certification can’t be bought or simply applied for. It’s awarded based on what employees say through an anonymous survey, which asks about trust, respect, fairness, pride and how it genuinely feels to come to work each day.

That means this recognition isn’t based on what we say about ourselves. It reflects the honest experience of everyone who works at Henwood Court.

Why our people matter so much

People have always been at the centre of everything we do. Financial planning is built on relationships, and we believe the way we look after each other shapes the way we look after our clients.

When our team feels valued, supported and trusted, it shows in the care, attention and consistency our clients receive. Investing in our people isn’t a side project for us. It’s how we build lasting relationships, both inside the business and with the clients we work with.

Building a financial planning career in the Midlands

For anyone looking to build a career in financial planning in Birmingham or the wider Midlands, finding a firm with a supportive, people-centred culture makes a real difference. At Henwood Court, you’ll join a close-knit team where development is encouraged, contributions are recognised and everyone plays a part in delivering an exceptional client experience.

Our office at The Cruck Barn in Walmley is easily reached from Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, Lichfield, Tamworth and the surrounding areas.

Thank you to our team

A huge thank you to everyone who completed the survey and shared their honest feedback. This recognition belongs to all of you, and we couldn’t be prouder of the culture we’ve built together.

Join the Henwood Court team

Interested in a career with a Great Place to Work® certified financial planning firm in the Midlands? [Explore our current vacancies] or email peter.robbins@henwoodcourt.co.uk for a conversation. We’d love to hear from you.

FAQ 

Is Henwood Court a good place to work?
Henwood Court has been certified as a Great Place to Work®, based on an anonymous survey of our employees covering trust, respect, fairness and workplace culture.

Where is Henwood Court based?
Henwood Court is based at The Cruck Barn in Walmley, Sutton Coldfield, serving clients across Birmingham and the Midlands.

Is Henwood Court hiring?

We’re always looking for talented individuals to join our growing team. Visit our careers page to see current vacancies, or get in touch to register your interest in future opportunities.

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