
Eleanor Smith
Financial Planner
Empowering clients to achieve financial security and long-term wealth growth.
Highly accomplished and client-focused Financial Planner with over 8 years of experience in providing comprehensive financial advice to individuals and families. Specialising in investment management, retirement planning, and wealth preservation strategies, I am dedicated to building strong client relationships based on trust and transparency. Proven ability to analyse complex financial situations, develop tailored solutions, and guide clients towards their financial aspirations. Consistently exceeded client satisfaction and retention targets, demonstrating a strong commitment to client success. Seeking to leverage my expertise to contribute to a forward-thinking financial institution and deliver exceptional client outcomes.
University of Manchester
MSc in Financial Management (September 2012 to September 2013)
University of Bristol
BSc (Hons) in Economics (September 2009 to July 2012)
WealthGuard Financial Services - London, UK
Senior Financial Planner March 2018 to Present 8 years & 4 months
Developed and implemented bespoke financial plans covering investments, pensions, estate planning, and protection.
Consistently exceeded client retention targets, maintaining a 98% satisfaction rate through proactive communication and tailored advice.
Mentored junior planners, contributing to a 15% improvement in team performance metrics and client service standards.
Ascent Wealth Management - Manchester, UK
Financial Advisor September 2015 to February 2018 2 years & 6 months
Grew client base by 30% in two years through referrals and active participation in networking events.
Conducted in-depth financial reviews and risk assessments, leading to a 10% increase in client portfolio diversification.
Educated clients on market trends and regulatory changes, ensuring informed decision-making and compliance.
Capital Insights Group - Bristol, UK
Junior Financial Analyst October 2013 to August 2015 1 year & 11 months
Prepared detailed financial models and projections to support investment recommendations and strategic planning.
Supported client meetings by preparing presentation materials and accurately documenting discussions.
Streamlined data collection processes, reducing report generation time by 15% and improving data accuracy.
Money Advice Trust
Financial Literacy Volunteer (January 2019 to Present)
- https://www.moneyadvicetrust.org
Top Performer Award - Client Growth
WealthGuard Financial Services (December 2021 to Present)
Chartered Financial Planner (CII)
Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) (January 2016 to December 2017)
- https://www.cii.co.uk
Investment Management Certificate (IMC)
CFA Society of the UK (March 2014 to September 2014)
- https://www.cfauk.org
- Investment Portfolio Management
- Retirement Planning
- Estate Planning
- Risk Assessment & Management
- Financial Modelling & Analysis
- Regulatory Compliance (FCA)
- CRM Software (Salesforce)
- Financial Planning Software (XPLAN)
- Tax Planning Strategies
- Wealth Preservation