Our financial advisers come from all walks of life, each with their own unique story, background, and skill-set. Discover the real-life journeys of individuals like you who have successfully transitioned into fulfilling careers through our award-winning training programme.

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Daniel Kerry and Iain Johnstone
Other
Soaring to new heights
Dan and Iain, business and life partners at Horizon Wealth Consultancy in Norfolk, value simplicity…
Kanishk Swarup
Financial services
When the penny drops on your dream career
Kanishk moved from India to the UK to pursue his studies at the London School of Economics and…
Karen Berisford
Financial services
Investing in a fresh start
Karen, a former JP Morgan, banker transitioned to the SJP Academy as a financial adviser, seeking a…
Karin Schulte
Financial services
Rerouting my career
After a successful 25-year career in logistics and investment banking across Asia and Australia,…
Daniel Flowerdew
Financial services
Banking on my own destiny
Daniel Flowerdew had a successful 18-year career in financial services, holding prominent roles in…
Wojciech Symonowicz
Financial services
Bringing Financial Advice In-House
Wojciech operates his mortgage business through Mortgage Intelligence and his financial advice firm…
Luke-Riordan-&-Claire-Stokes
Financial services
Property to Personal Finance: A Business Owner's Journey
Before becoming a financial adviser, Luke Riordan built his career in management at a successful…
Charlotte Walters
Financial services
Unlocking new doors
St. James’s Place business owner Charlotte Walters shares her story of the switch from mortgage…
Douglas Rowe
Financial services
Building a holistic advice business
“I didn’t think I’d fit in.” Douglas Rowe had talked to SJP several times about joining
but…
Tom Archer
Military
Award-Finalist Financial Adviser
Hear from Our Inspiration of the Year: British Ex-Forces in Business Award Finalist
Jack Rigg
Other
Engineering better financial futures
Jack’s background in engineering and sales was fulfilling, but he didn’t see it heading in the…
Miriam Murphy
Other
Passing on the best advice I've ever received
Miriam left school at the age of 16, and gained experience in various roles, including an…