Principal Financial Adviser

• Sep 2020 - Present

We provide expert financial advice in London and throughout the UK. We believe working with us helps you to understand the complex decisions, making them seem simple, providing peace of mind and your goals become a reality, and we know just how to do that. We're prepared to help you at any stage of your journey, using cash flow modelling and the latest technology to help guide you and make the most of every opportunity. From the team at Empire Wealth, thank you for checking my profile and we hope to hear from you soon! www.empirewealth.co.uk Show less

Project Consultant - Interim Advice Manager

• Apr 2020 - Sep 2020

Project Consultant - Interim Advice Manager at Money and Pensions Service (MaPS). Due to the potential impact on MaPS online guidance and technical information caused by Brexit, Coronavirus, an emergency budget and the changes at the end of the financial tax year - they required me as a subject matter expert to join them on an interim basis. I was tasked with reviewing, checking and updating their technical information base and digital tools, to ensure they remained technically accurate and up to date. This was achieved by proactively identifying relevant changes in current financial policy due to new or intended changes in regulation, taxation or legislation. Show less

Independent Financial Advisor

• Nov 2019 - Aug 2020

Primary role was working with clients to support their goals. Remit includes preparing detailed financial advice for clients, documenting Suitability Reports and Annual Review advice, contacting intermediaries to ensure efficiency and a seamless service. Close collaboration with other professionals is critical to the delivery of a first-class service to clients, e.g. liaising with solicitors. • Driving achievement of optimal outcome for each client whilst ensuring that advice is delivered promptly and seamlessly. Show less

Paraplanner/Administrator

• Jun 2019 - Oct 2019

Preparing recommendations including conducting research and compiling suitability letters. Conducting pension transfer analysis and complete pension consolidation schedules for both defined contribution and defined benefit schemes. Preparing new business paperwork and ensure all files are complete and compliant with current processes. Oversee cases within the work management system to ensure tasks are completed timely and accurately. Support the team with client enquiries and liaison with third party providers. Preparation for client meetings and potentially attend meetings to assist the Financial Planner with meeting notes and follow up actions and research. Show less

Sessional Lecturer (School of Business - Financial Planning)

• Jan 2018 - Dec 2018

Principal Financial Consultant

• Sep 2016 - Aug 2018

My first business, focused on developing a network of new clients to achieve their financial goals. Remit includes preparing detailed financial advice for clients, documenting statements of advice and records of advice, and contacting intermediaries regarding the progress of their referrals. Close collaboration with other professionals is critical to the delivery of a first-class service to clients, e.g. liaising with solicitors. • Driving achievement of optimal outcome for each client whilst ensuring that advice meets legislative and Licensee Standards. Show less

NAB Wealth - Advice Compliance

• Nov 2012 - Aug 2016

Tasked with undertaking a review of advisers’ files and analysis of advice provided to clients. Role scope included preparing verbal/written reports for advisers and the business on how best to manage risks and co-ordinating the remediation of risks identified.• Successfully ascertained how appropriate the advice was both in terms of meeting legislative requirements and Licensee Standards.

Advice Disputes Consultant

• Nov 2012 - Aug 2016

Principal accountability was the investigation of complaints against advisers raised by former or existing clients. The application of financial planning knowledge and problem solving skills was paramount. Duties included: reviews of client files, with an emphasis on determining if the advice had been appropriate and in adherence with regulatory and Licensee Standards; liaison with complainants/advisers; and the preparation of responses and progress reports.• Represented the Licensee at Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) conciliations and expertly responded to complaints raised by FOS.• Leveraged attainment of best possible outcomes by creating and presenting persuasive arguments whilst carefully managing conflicts and differences of opinion.• Selected to consult and assist with the development of the Customer Response Initiative (CRI); a project that responded to media reports of complaints raised against NAB FP advisers and other advisers licensed within the NAB Group. Show less

Senior Financial Planning Manager

• Apr 2008 - Nov 2012

A retail based role focused on building providing a comprehensive financial planning service to clients whilst supporting NAB’s strategic business goals. Responsibility was held for building a strong rapport with clients; gaining understanding of their financial circumstances, assessing possible strategies/solutions, and documenting advice provided. The use of computer applications and utilisation of NAB paraplanning services was key to developing appropriate strategies/solutions. The position demanded extensive travel and strong organisation capabilities. • Consistently ensured that clients comprehended benefits and risks and supported implementation of recommended strategy/solution. • Leveraged business opportunities whilst fully complying with legislative and business change protocol. • Successfully mentored and coached three junior financial planners, in support of skills, capabilities and engagement. Show less

Commercial Underwriter

• Jan 2005 - Mar 2008

Team Leader

• Jan 1996 - Apr 2002