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Alex Molyneux
Chartered Financial Planner
After a successful period advising clients in Newcastle, Alex relocated to Edinburgh in early 2025 with his fiancée. He brings a wealth of experience and is motivated to build trusted lasting relationships with clients and professional connections in the area.
Outside of work, Alex enjoys the outdoors, making the most of his free time exploring his new hometown through walking and running. When he’s indoors, he’s a passionate chef who enjoys hosting friends and family.
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Find out more about Alex and the Johnston Financial team
Our Edinburgh-based team has been advising clients across Scotland's capital city, the Lothians and surrounding areas since the 1980s.