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17 October 2025

Welcoming our new graduate trainees: the next chapter begins

At Carbon Financial Partners, we’ve always believed that the strength of our business lies in the people who shape it. Our graduate trainee programme is more than just a starting point. It’s a launchpad for future leaders, planners, and innovators in financial services.

This month, we’re thrilled to welcome two new graduate trainees to the Carbon team. As they begin their careers, they’ll be supported by a network of colleagues who understand the challenges and opportunities that come with starting out. From day one, they’ll be immersed in a culture of learning, collaboration, and client-focused excellence.

Meet our new graduate trainees

Craig Affleck

Craig joins Carbon with a degree in Financial Economics from the University of Dundee. He has a keen interest in Golf and is excited to begin his journey in Financial Planning. Craig is looking forward to getting to know his colleagues and develop his skills and knowledge for a future career as a Financial Planner.

Patrick Young

Patrick graduated from the University of Stirling with a degree in Accountancy and Finance. He brings a wide variety of skills developed at university along with a hard-working attitude. Patrick is eager to Strengthen his skill set and work towards the completion of the CII exams with the goal of becoming a planner in the future, inspired by the career paths of those who’ve come before him at Carbon.

As Craig and Patrick begin their journey, they do so surrounded by a team that understands the value of mentorship, growth, and shared success. Their arrival marks not just the continuation of our graduate programme, but the beginning of two new stories within Carbon’s evolving legacy.

We’re excited to see how they grow, contribute, and shape the future of financial planning, starting now.

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