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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

10 George Street, EH2 2PF Edinburgh, GB


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My husband and I are highly satisfied with Fiona Elliott’s professional and accessible investment management advice in succession to Murray Mackay, our adviser for 25+ years. As when she succeeded M... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Rathbones Edinburgh office, specifically Justin Armet, has been looking after my portfolio for over 10 years. I'm really pleased with the service provided. Justin always takes the time to talk through... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Over the past 6 years, Iain Currie has managed my portfolio and I have been very pleased with the service he has provided. Always professional but approachable, I feel comfortable discussing financial... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Following advice from a colleague, I moved my SIPP to Rathbones upon my retirement 15 years back. It has always been managed by Simon Dewar. Subsequently, my wife decided to move her own inve... See more

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Company details

  1. Investment service
  2. Financial advisor
  3. Financial Planner
  4. Investment company
  5. Stock broker

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Rathbones provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners across the UK. We are a long-established UK wealth manager, trusted for generations to help clients manage, protect, and preserve their wealth. Our clients value the personal, long-term relationships we build. We take the time to understand individual circumstances, goals and priorities, and provide a tailored service designed to support clients at every stage of their financial journey. This includes working closely with individuals and families, as well as supporting charities and professional partners with their investment and governance needs. As an independently minded business, we are committed to acting in our clients' best interests and maintaining the highest standards of integrity and care. Many of our relationships span generations, reflecting the trust our clients place in us over the long term. If you would like to know more about Rathbones and how we support our clients, you can visit our website for further information.

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Investment Management
We offer extensive investment management services that are built around you, your future goals and your values. Our starting point is to discuss your individual investment needs and develop a personal investment plan for you.
Financial Planning
Financial planning can help you organise your finances so you can make the most of your money. We start by getting to know you and your current and long-term needs as well as any personal goals. Using this information, we will work with you to create clear and precise financial objectives to work towards, aiming to reduce complexity and help you focus on what matters to you.
Asset Management
Rathbones Asset Management is the fund management division of Rathbones Group, which offers a range of actively managed funds covering variety of asset classes to meet your capital growth and income requirements.
Family Office, Trust and Tax Services
We offer a range of corporate trustee, corporate executorship, trust advisory, inheritance tax and succession planning, tax planning, and private philanthropy services.
Offshore Investment Management
Based in both Guernsey and Jersey, we cater for the investment needs of individuals and families, charities and professional advisers who are looking for offshore investment management.
Ethical and Sustainable Investment
For over 20 years, our Greenbank team has been at the forefront of creating bespoke ethical, and sustainable portfolios for our clients.
Personal Injury and Court of Protection
Our dedicated personal injury (PI) and Court of Protection (COP) team works closely with clients, deputies, trustees and families to help meet their current and future needs.

Contact info

  • 10 George Street, EH2 2PF, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

  • 0131 228 7490

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4.9

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended

I have personal investments and Trust funds managed by Justin Armet of Rathbones. He inspires confidence as a portfolio manager, he explains investments clearly in our meetings, and he or his colleagues are always available on email. My Rathbones investments have performed very well.

29 January 2026
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Dear Prof Godfrey,

Thank you for sharing your experience. We're delighted to hear that your portfolio has been well supported by Justin. It's wonderful to know that his clear explanations, consistent availability and careful management have given you confidence - and that your portfolio has performed so well.

Best wishes,
Abbey

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional investment advice

We were looking for an investment management company that would manage our portfolio with respect to providing income and growth. This Rathbones and our portfolio manager (Justin Armet) has provided extremely satisfactorily over about 15 years

30 January 2026
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Reply from Rathbones - Edinburgh

Dear John,

Thank you for sharing your experience. We're delighted to hear that Rathbones - and your portfolio manager, Justin - have been able to meet your needs over the past 15 years. It's wonderful to know that his diligence and support have given you confidence throughout that time.

Best wishes,
Abbey

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Rathbone's has done extremely good work

Justin Armet at Rathbones has supervised my investments for many years, and also looked after my father's until his death in August 2024. Thanks to his care my savings and my share of the inheritance added up to enough for me to buy a new home outright, giving me a fresh start in life with no burden of debt.

21 January 2026
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Reply from Rathbones - Edinburgh

Dear Mr King,

Thank you for sharing your experience. We're pleased to hear that Justin has been able to support your investments over many years, and that his work also helped your father. It's incredibly meaningful to know that his care contributed to giving you the fresh start you describe, and we're glad the outcome has been so positive for you.

Best wishes,
Abbey

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Keith MacKenzie at Rathbones Highly Recommended

Keith MacKenzie at Rathbones managed my husband's SIPP for many years, always efficient and approachable. After my husband's passing Keith was very supportive, guiding me with kindness & patience.
Since then he has always been available to answer queries, has managed my investments with care, giving sensible advice and regular updates.
Keith's professional and friendly approach is first class and I know I am in safe hands.

19 January 2026
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Reply from Rathbones - Edinburgh

Dear Hushaway,

Thank you for sharing your experience with Keith and the team. We're delighted to hear that Keith has been supportive with kindness and patience at a difficult time. It's also great to hear that he remains available to answer queries, provides sensible advice with regular updates, and that you feel in safe hands.

Best wishes,
Abbey

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Stockbroker who I can understand!

I have dealt with Justin Armet and his team for the past 20 or so years, and my Mother before that. I find them very efficient and frankly he is the only stockbroker I have had that I understand and who can explains things clearly and concisely. My shares have done well over the years and I can't recommend them highly enough.

15 January 2026
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Dear E Muir,

Thank you for taking the time to leave your valued feedback, and for the confidence you've placed in Justin and the team over the past two decades. We're pleased to hear that Justin's clear, straightforward, explanations have been helpful and that you and your mother have felt well looked after.

Best wishes,
Abbey

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Stephen Hunter and his team at…

Stephen Hunter and his team at Rathbones have looked after my investments and SIPP for over 14 years. I receive great service in a professional yet friendly way with excellent results. I receive regular updates and Stephen is readily contactable to discuss/explain either by phone, email or in person. I feel confident that my investments are in good hands so can highly recommend.

7 January 2026
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Reply from Rathbones - Edinburgh

Dear Nicki,

Thank you for sharing your experience over the past 14 years. We're delighted to hear that Stephen and his team have provided a great service in a professional yet friendly way, with excellent results. It's great to know that the regular updates and Stephen's availability - whether by phone, email, or in person - gives you confidence that your investments are in good hands. Stephen and the team will be delighted to hear your kind feedback!

Best wishes,
Abbey

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

EIGHT YEARS WITH RATHBONES

Things continue to progress well with my investments and I'm very happy with Stephen and his team's work.

Happy that I receive regular updates in an easy to understand format and that communication channels are available to me as required.

Great service all round. Highly recommend.

Svetlana

5 January 2026
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Reply from Rathbones - Edinburgh

Dear Svetlana,

Thank you for sharing your experience. We're delighted to hear that things continue to progress well with your investments and that Stephen and his team's work has met your expectations - they'll be thrilled with your feedback! It's great to know the regular updates are clear and easy to understand, and that communication channels are available whenever you need them.

Best wishes,
Abbey

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Keith MacKenzie has been handling our…

Keith MacKenzie has been handling our affairs for several years and we have been very pleased with the performance of our portfolio. We appreciate the time he takes to explain our position and his pleasant and accommodating manner

15 December 2025
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Reply from Rathbones - Edinburgh

Dear John,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback. It’s great to hear that Keith has been handling your portfolio very well over the years — Keith will be so happy to hear your feedback!

Best wishes,
Abbey

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Justin Armet at Rathbones has been…

Justin Armet at Rathbones has been looking after our family investments over a couple of generations. It is a very personalised service and I welcome the face to face meetings with easy to understand explanations. It has remained the same service, even in the face of mergers and a change of office! Thanks.

15 December 2025
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Reply from Rathbones - Edinburgh

Dear customer,

Thank you for your kind feedback. It’s great to hear Justin has provided a very personalised service — he will be delighted with your feedback!

Best wishes,
Abbey

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you

Thank you, Rathbones Edinburgh

I am grateful to Rathbones Edinburgh for their sensible all-round advice and to Justin Armet for the civilised way in which he can be relied on to provide it. When it comes to just in time delivery of what I need to know, Justin's your man!

20 December 2025
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Reply from Rathbones - Edinburgh

Dear Mr Yellowlees,

Thank you for your kind words about our Edinburgh team. We're delighted to hear that Justin has provided sensible, all-round guidance in a clear and timely way. It's great to know his approach feels civilised and dependable, and that you can rely on him.

Best wishes,
Abbey

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The culture of the company is good

I was originally with Investec and was very pleased with their culture. Now they have merged with Rathbones and I haven't noticed any adverse changes. That culture involves a personal approach, getting to know each client, their situation financially and family-wise. Of course what matters in the end is what they can deliver in returns and so far that has not disappointed. They also offer advice on what to do about issues like gifting to family members and so on which are very important. I have dealt mainly with Hector Falconer and Douglas Spence and would thoroughly recommend their people-first approach. It gives me confidence that they put their emphasis on what is in the clients best interests

5 December 2025
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Reply from Rathbones - Edinburgh

Dear Malcolm,

Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. We're delighted to hear Hector and Douglas have maintained the personal, client-focused approach you value following the merger. Hector and Douglas will be very happy with your feedback!

Best wishes,
Abbey

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

AAA Client Service

My wife and I have had the majority of our investments managed by Rathbones (and Investec before the merger) for almost 10 years and they have performed consistently well (despite the 2008 GFC and CoViD).
Hector Falconer and his team leader Douglas Spence have at all times been pro-active, user friendly and kept us fully updated. Never at anytime have we felt left "in the dark" and our client experience has been excellent.

3 December 2025
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Reply from Rathbones - Edinburgh

Dear Guy,

Thank you for your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear Hector and Douglas have provided proactive, clear communication and kept you fully informed throughout. We appreciate your continued trust.

Best wishes,
Abbey

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My client experience with Rathbones

My longstanding historic asset managers in Edinburgh are now successfully part of the larger Rathbones group but with the same personnel (Ross Middleton and his team) looking after my client account. Rathbones give excellent advice, always carefully tailored to my individual needs. I feel very confident that Ross and the Rathbones staff know my circumstances and make sound decisions about my investments. I am very pleased with their performance as asset managers.

10 November 2025
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Reply from Rathbones - Edinburgh

Dear Peter,

Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. We're delighted to hear that Ross and the team have continued to provide tailored advice and sound investment decisions as part of Rathbones. Building confidence through a personalised service is at the heart of what we do, so it's great to know that this reflects your experience.

Best wishes,
Abbey

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional and Personal Service

My wife and I have entrusted our investments to Rathbones for over 15 years. Our experience has consistently been one of a professional and efficient service. Justin Armet and his colleagues take the time to understand our circumstances and manage our portfolio to meet our future needs and aspirations. Communication is excellent, and we are always pleased with the guidance and advice we receive.

2 December 2025
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Reply from Rathbones - Edinburgh

Dear Bruce,

Thank you for sharing your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear Justin and his colleagues have provided a professional, efficient, service and have taken time to understand your circumstances. Clear communication and tailored guidance are at the heart of what we do. We appreciate your continued trust.

Best wishes,
Abbey

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service.

Opening an account with Rathbones in Edinburgh was one of the best financial decisions I’ve ever made. Stephen Hunter and the team from Rathbones have consistently delivered excellent results. They are totally professional in all their dealings with me yet friendly and very approachable. The Rathbones app on my phone has proved to excellent in providing instant information regarding my account.
Happy to recommend their services.

26 November 2025
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Reply from Rathbones - Edinburgh

Dear Frank,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us your kind feedback. We're delighted to hear that Stephen and the Edinburgh team have delivered excellent results and provided a professional yet approachable service. It's great to know the Rathbones app has been helpful in keeping you informed - and we're happy to hear that you would recommend our services!

Best wishes,
Abbey

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Confident in the management of my Portfolio

Always a professional, friendly and supportive approach to managing my portfolio (Gordon Lawrie).
I feel confident and in good hands.
Thanks for all your help.

21 November 2025
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Reply from Rathbones - Edinburgh

Dear Sheila,

Thank you for your feedback,. It's great to hear that Gordon has provided a professional, friendly, and supportive approach to managing your portfolio. We truly appreciate your trust, and Gordon will be very happy to hear your feedback.

Best wishes,
Abbey

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very professional and approachable company

The service received from Gordon (Lawrie) and his team has always been very professional while also being very friendly. The advice we have been given has always been excellent and we would thoroughly recommend Rathbones.

21 November 2025
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Reply from Rathbones - Edinburgh

Dear Ron,

Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback. We're delighted to hear Gordon and his team have provided a professional, friendly service, and excellent guidance. Building strong relationships is at the heart of what we do - and Gordon will be so happy to hear this feedback.

Kind regards,
Abbey

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent individualised approach

Stephen has looked after our financial affairs for nearly twenty years. He has taken a really personal interest in our situation and has managed the money excellently to meet our slightly unusual circumstances.

16 October 2025
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Reply from Rathbones - Edinburgh

Dear Teresa,

Thank you for your thoughtful feedback and long-standing trust. We’re delighted to hear that Stephen’s personal approach and careful management have supported your family’s unique circumstances so well.

Kind regards,
Angus

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Comp,eye Satisfaction

My wife and I have dealt with Keith McKenzie for many years. We are constantly delighted by the time and energy that Keith devotes to advising us regarding our portfolio and interpreting the complex world in which our investments must be managed. He brings a clear understanding of our circumstances and risk profile to every conversation.

2 October 2025
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Reply from Rathbones - Edinburgh

Dear Desmond,

Thank you for your thoughtful feedback and long-standing trust. We’re so pleased to hear that Keith’s clarity and dedication have continued to give you and your wife confidence in managing your investments.

Kind regards,
Angus

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Outstanding service

Keith MacKenzie and his colleagues provide us with an outstanding service. His advice is clear and Rathbones offers helpful commentary and perspective. With a sophisticated approach to risk management and the support of a depth of expertise in the firm, we feel confident that we are in good hands.

6 October 2025
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Reply from Rathbones - Edinburgh

Dear PM,

Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. We’re delighted to hear that Keith and his colleagues have provided such clear advice and reassurance, backed by the firm’s depth of expertise.

Kind regards,
Angus

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