The UK investment and wealth manager has expanded its footprint.

Walker Crips has opened an office in Epping, Essex, from where it will offer a range of advice and investment services, covering execution, advisory and discretionary stockbroking services.

The new office, which will be the company’s 13th in the UK, will be run by investment directors Andrew Powell and Bill Newton. Each has over 15 years’ experience in the broking industry, having left Barclays Wealth Management in 2014 to join Walker Crips.

“With many banks withdrawing investment advisory services, our new Epping office addresses a gap in the market for local residents,” said Rodney FitzGerald, chief executive at Walker Crips.

“As we continue to grow our client base, Andrew and Bill’s extensive industry experience ensures Epping residents will have access to the high quality, tailored advice which Walker Crips is known for.”