The company says this accolade is the gold standard of excellence in the UK financial planning profession. It confirms that PenLife has met the highest levels of ethical, professional, and technical standards. Every firm that holds Chartered status adheres to an ethical code that underpins broader commitments to professional values. RECOMMENDED READING:Matthew Hill, Chief Executive at the CII Group, said: “By achieving corporate Chartered status, PenLife Associates has made a public declaration to professional standards, and has committed to upholding the Chartered Ethos of nurturing knowledge, client centricity and serving society.”Tom Hughes, PenLife , said: “Chartered status is more than a title, it’s a public declaration of our commitment to professionalism, integrity, and putting clients first. The company is also a finalist in this year’s York Press Business Awards in the Employer of the Year category.