About Us

Arian was formed in 2011 and is providing Welsh and English speaking, independent financial advice. We are committed to maintaining the highest possible standards and ethical good practice in all dealings. Pride is taken in providing clients with honest, professional advice that can be trusted every time. We endeavour to provide clients access to the most up to date technology and we offer a value for money, competitive proposition through low overheads and cost efficiency measures.

Face to face advice is provided by Arian Financial Planning.

Online investing is available with Arian Direct at substantially lower cost.

Arian is committed to making it easy for anyone to access quality investment options at reasonable cost.

Arian – Simply adding value for all.

Meet the team

Heddwyn James Independent Financial Adviser

I love my work as an independent financial adviser based in South Wales. I have experience in financial services dating back to 1985. I formed Arian Financial Planning Ltd with a view to providing honest and professional financial advice to all.

I am Welsh speaking – Siarad Cymraeg.

Through the efficient use of the latest technology and cost saving measures, I am able to offer my services at a competitive level.

My clients are assured of a personal service at all times by providing recommendations in a clear and simple to understand manner, with regular reviews being integral to our relationships.

Qualified to diploma level. Statement of professional standing (SPS) obtained.

Ruth Lloyd Client Care Manager

Ruth has recently come on board to Arian as my personal assistant. Ruth has over 25 years experience in customer service.

We have known and worked together for several years whilst both at Barclays, and during that time created a great working relationship.

Ruth is enthusiastic and committed whilst being very much focused on providing a quality and efficient service.

She is responsible for looking after some of the administration processes and also may contact you on my behalf from time to time, you can leave a message with her if I am not available.