CAROLINE Cohen has been appointed client manager at Edgewater Associates.

Caroline, an associate member of the Chartered Management Institute, began her career at Barclays in 1999 before joining Conister Bank – Edgewater's current sister company.

She transferred to Conister Wealth in 2009 where she gained a level three qualification in wealth management and also became an associate member of the Chartered Institute of Securities and Investment. She is currently studying for a level four diploma in financial advice.

Caroline said: "I am delighted with this opportunity to join such a well-established, professional firm of independent financial advisers and am looking forward to my future as part of the team."

Steve Locking, managing director of Edgewater Associates, said: "Caroline has considerable experience in financial services and, in particular, wealth management where she will be a valuable addition to our team.

"She also has a vast knowledge of Conister Bank's operations which will be of great benefit as we look to take advantage of the synergies between the two companies."