Christie Tillett
Christie enjoys working in partnership with clients and ensuring everything she does is with their best interests at heart. She is trained in lifetime cashflow planning and provides advice in all aspects of financial and strategic planning, including investment advice, pensions and protection planning. She supports clients across the north, including Southport, Liverpool and Darlington.
Christie has worked at The Private Office since 2019 and recently presented our tax webinar 'How to escape the tax raid on your wealth' where she shared knowledge of how to minimise tax bills to maximise wealth. She has a a Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning and studied Economics with Business at Nottingham Trent University.
When she is not advising clients, Christie is normally in the beautiful Yorkshire countryside running, hiking, or cycling. She has recently completed Prague and Leeds half marathon. She is also passionate about the culinary arts and travelling to explore new cities and countries
- Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning
- Certificate in Discretionary Investment Management
- BA (Hons) in Economics with Business
- Working at The Private Office since 2019
- Finalist for numerous financial planning awards
- Diploma qualified Financial Planner since 2022
Meet our expert team
Our team members have extensive experience in the UK financial and investment industries and our in-house specialists can help with matters such as safeguarded benefit pension transfers, long-term care or equity release. From specialists to support members, The Private Office is home to some of the finest Chartered independent financial advisers in the UK.
What people say about me
She has been patient when I have been slow to understand processes. She has offered excellent advice and understood my situation perfectly.
March 2025
Christie has taken the time to get to know me and my personal circumstances and has given me the reassurances I needed as I approached retirement. It is still earlier days but everyone is going in the right direction and I feel confident in how my finances will support my retirement.
December 2024
Alexander Law
Alex’s expertise includes cashflow modelling, pension advice, inheritance tax planning and protection planning. He utilises a holistic approach to financial planning, ensuring his clients feel confident with their finances and empowered to make decisions about their wealth. He provides considered advice by forecasting any decisions his clients need to make, looking over the short and long term so that they are fully informed about their financial future.
Having worked in financial advice since 2015, Alex joined TPO in 2021. He has the IFS Diploma for Financial Advisers, as well as a Certificate in Mortgage Advice and Practice (CeMAP). As part of his ongoing professional development, he also keeps up to date with financial planning legislation and news.
When he is not advising clients, he can be found going for walks in the Yorkshire Dales and cooking (and eating) Italian food.
- IFS Diploma for Financial Advisers
- Certificate in Mortgage Advice and Practice (CeMAP)
- Diploma qualified Financial Adviser
- Working in financial advice since 2015
- Financial Adviser at TPO since 2021
Meet our expert team
Our team members have extensive experience in the UK financial and investment industries and our in-house specialists can help with matters such as safeguarded benefit pension transfers, long-term care or equity release. From specialists to support members, The Private Office is home to some of the finest Chartered independent financial advisers in the UK.
What people say about me
Yes - totally happy with Alex efforts and those of The Private Office. I have total confidence in his and their abilities.
May 2025
Every step along the way, Alex has been extremely helpful, explaining everything clearly and patiently to me. He has been very supportive, nothing has been too much trouble for him. Alex has made me feel very secure about my finances, and enabled me to plan my future.
July 2024
Jasmine Abraham
Jasmine’s experience includes a range of planning areas, including inheritance tax planning, retirement advice and protection planning for a range of clients across London and the south east.
Having worked in financial services since 2018, Jasmine had previous experience in investment management before joining TPO in 2021. She has shared valuable knowledge and experience in our 2022 webinar, ‘Planning a comfortable, not taxing retirement?’. As one of the speakers, she answered some of the key questions around pensions and tax allowances in a way that was clear and easy to understand.
Jasmine holds a Diploma for Financial Advisers and Certificate in Equity Release, and keeps up to date with financial planning legislation as part of her ongoing professional development. She also has a degree in International Relations and Economics from Loughborough University and a Masters in management from University College London.
- Diploma for Financial Advisers
- Certificate in Discretionary Investment Management
- Diploma qualified Financial Planner
- Working in financial services since 2018
Meet our expert team
Our team members have extensive experience in the UK financial and investment industries and our in-house specialists can help with matters such as safeguarded benefit pension transfers, long-term care or equity release. From specialists to support members, The Private Office is home to some of the finest Chartered independent financial advisers in the UK.
What people say about me
My wife and I recently had our introductory meeting with Jasmine and it was an incredibly productive experience. From the moment we met, Jasmine impressed us with her professionalism, patience, and exceptional communication skills. She made the effort to truly understand our financial situation and took the time to listen to our concerns and goals, both short-term and long-term. Her expertise was evident, and we felt completely confident that we were in the hands of a knowledgeable and skilled advisor.
February 2025
In just half an hour Jasmine appraised my total situation and was able to give clearly rationalised commentary on my options and the pros and cons of each. I found Jasmine to be both fully professional and very pleasant to talk with.
May 2024
Clare McCarthy
Clare specialises in cashflow modelling and financial forecasting, which are key skills to further guide her clients’ financial futures. Her experience covers a wide range of financial planning including retirement planning, investment advice and inheritance tax planning.
With previous experience working as a Paraplanner, Clare has a strong technical knowledge and foundation to the advice she provides. Her expertise is also valued in the press and she has provided comments for the Telegraph, Daily Mail and Financial Planning Today. Her qualifications include an Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning, and she also holds a Masters in Political Economics from King’s College London.
When Clare is not advising clients, she enjoys travelling and learning about different parts of the world, as well as horse riding and jogging in her free time.
- Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning
- Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning
- MSc Emerging Economies and International Development
- Certificate in Discretionary Investment Management
- Certificate in Securities Advice & Dealing
- Chartered Financial Planner since 2022
- Working in financial services since 2017
- Featured contributor in the Telegraph, Daily Mail and Financial Planning Today
Meet our expert team
Our team members have extensive experience in the UK financial and investment industries and our in-house specialists can help with matters such as safeguarded benefit pension transfers, long-term care or equity release. From specialists to support members, The Private Office is home to some of the finest Chartered independent financial advisers in the UK.
What people say about me
Clare was exceptional; honest, helpful and the best financial advisor we have ever spoken to.
March 2025
Clare has been amazing. She has always explained things patiently and clearly to me. She is extremely friendly and approachable but always professional. I trust Clare's advice.
February 2025
Abby Ivison
Abby is passionate about providing friendly, sound, and honest advice in a way that’s easy to understand so that her clients can feel empowered to achieve their financial goals.
Some of Abby’s areas of expertise include retirement planning, income protection, and investment advice and she previously worked as a Senior Portfolio Manager before joining TPO in 2021. She also covers cash-flow modelling as it opens up conversations with clients and helps them to visualise their financial future.
Abby is a certified and FCA regulated financial planner. She holds an advanced diploma in Financial Planning, as well as other qualifications including a certificate in discretionary investment management.
When she is not advising clients, Abby can be found outdoors travelling and keeping active, as well as enjoying good food.
- Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning
- Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning
- Certificate in Discretionary Investment Management
- Certificate in Securities Advice & Dealing
- Featured contributor in The Telegraph
- Previous experience working in portfolio management
- Working in financial services for over eight years
Meet our expert team
Our team members have extensive experience in the UK financial and investment industries and our in-house specialists can help with matters such as safeguarded benefit pension transfers, long-term care or equity release. From specialists to support members, The Private Office is home to some of the finest Chartered independent financial advisers in the UK.
What people say about me
Abby successfully steered me through the technicalities of financial planning for my retirement and provided me with clear advice which did not blind me with science. She was particularly supportive in my run up to retirement in May 2023 and was always on hand to answer my questions and to assist me in completing the necessary paperwork. At every stage of the process, she was supportive and patient and I felt confident in her recommendations.
May 2025
Abby is both friendly and professional, communicating advice in a clear and direct way. Abby deals with questions and clarifications easily and happy to respond with detail when needed.
April 2025
Laura McLean
For Laura, seeing the difference that sound, independent financial advice can make to clients’ lifestyles and futures, is what drives her. Solving problems clients present her with, and working with them as they progress through their financial plans and achieve their aspirations, is very important to her. She provides support to a wide range of clients, including some of our Family Office clients where she helps to manage the financial affairs of wealthy individuals and their families.
Laura started her career in financial services in 2014 after studying Mathematics with French at the University of Manchester. She spent several years in a technical role before moving back home to London and joining TPO in September 2018, where she has worked in both technical and client-facing roles.
Laura is a Chartered Financial Planner and is notably a Fellow of the Personal Finance Society. She has lent her expertise to publications such as the Daily Mail, Guardian and The Telegraph by providing commentary for articles.
When she is not advising clients, Laura can be found cycling and playing netball. She is a keen sports fan and participant, playing netball in her local social league.
- Fellow of the Personal Finance Society
- Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning
- Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning
- Certificate in Discretionary Investment Management
- Certificate in Financial Services
- Certificate in Pension Transfer Advice
- Certificate in Life and Pensions
- Fellow of the Personal Finance Society
- Over ten years experience in financial services
- Published contributor in publications including The Telegraph, Daily Mail and Guardian
Meet our expert team
Our team members have extensive experience in the UK financial and investment industries and our in-house specialists can help with matters such as safeguarded benefit pension transfers, long-term care or equity release. From specialists to support members, The Private Office is home to some of the finest Chartered independent financial advisers in the UK.
What people say about me
After my previous trusted advisor emigrated I was unsure about new service providers [...] Eventually I took to unbiased.co.uk and they recommended Laura. Initially sceptical I met her and she convinced me to trust her - THE BEST DECISION I MADE! She has listened! No small detail is too small and she has recommended and challenged my thinking, all backed up with logic and clear insight into the best avenue to follow.
February 2025
Laura has given a clear picture on many things and has given us the time to explain reasons why and behind decisions being proposed to us and where to invest money and how - we feel comfortable with all of Laura advice and trust her, which when investing money is a very important part of the journey.
January 2024
Daniel Lea
Daniel’s expertise covers cashflow modelling, investment advice and protection planning for clients across the north of England. He enjoys being part of an experienced team at The Private Office and using the firms collective knowledge to deliver the highest possible standard of advice. He is also involved in our internal adviser training programme, sharing his knowledge and providing support to those in the process of becoming financial advisers.
Daniel’s qualifications include a Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning and a Certificate in Securities Advice and Dealing. Before joining TPO, Daniel studied Psychology at the University of Leeds.
When he is not advising clients, Daniel can be found playing cricket on the region's best pitches. He is a keen cricketer and enjoys being outdoors and keeping active.
- Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning
- Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning
- Certificate in Securities Advice & Dealing
- Certificate in Discretionary Investment Management
- Award in Regulated Pension Transfer Advice
- Chartered Financial Planner
- Working in financial services since 2018
- Vouched for UK Top Rated Adviser 2022-2024
Meet our expert team
Our team members have extensive experience in the UK financial and investment industries and our in-house specialists can help with matters such as safeguarded benefit pension transfers, long-term care or equity release. From specialists to support members, The Private Office is home to some of the finest Chartered independent financial advisers in the UK.
What people say about me
Excellent first session with Daniel, very informative and a clear description of the services on offer. Daniel also explained the journey from initial discovery, to planning and implementation phases. Highly recommended.
July 2025
I needed somebody who could help with my estate plans and in particular IHT gifting rules. Daniel was both welcoming and engaging. A pleasure to converse with and exceptionally knowledgeable in this subject matter.
December 2024
April Leeson
April’s experience covers pension planning, cash flow modelling and investment advice, including sustainable and impact investing which she is an advocate for. April’s passion lies in empowering individuals to maximize their finances, simplifying complex situations with clear language and looking to demystify financial jargon so that everyone can harness their money more effectively. She also has a focus on empowering women to plan for their desired lifestyle, both in the present day and in future. She aims to give her clients the understanding and knowledge they need to make confident financial decisions and use her financial planning as a tool for fulfilment and success.
April joined The Private Office in 2017 in the Leeds office, growing alongside the company to become an inclusive and independent adviser, now living in Hertfordshire. She has been featured in several national publications including iNews, and she has been the finalist for awards including ‘Financial Adviser of the Year – London’ at the Professional Adviser Women in Financial Advice Awards 2023. As a result of the valuable support she offers her clients, she has been a VouchedFor Top Rated Adviser for the past few consecutive years.
April has a diploma in Regulated Financial Planning and is working towards her Chartered status, which she should achieve this year. April maintains her technical knowledge as part of her professional development and the ever-changing tax and pensions landscape. She also holds a degree in Arabic and Spanish from the University of Leeds.
Outside of her job supporting clients, April leads an action-packed life. She plays hockey for her local club in St Albans, travelling all over the midlands for games, and also enjoys dancing, netball, and learning to play golf and padel. April thrives on participating in charity sporting events and challenges whenever she can.
When she's not playing sports, you'll find April watching live events, whether on TV or in person. International and professional hockey are her staples, but she loves traveling to catch any sports fixture. She volunteered at the Rio 2016 Olympics and is a regular at Lionesses games and Wimbledon.
- Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning
- Certificate in Securities Advice & Dealing
- Certificate in Discretionary Investment Management
- Diploma qualified Financial Planner since 2020
- Published contributor in iNews, The Times, eprivateclient
- Vouched for Top Rated Adviser 2022-2024
Meet our expert team
Our team members have extensive experience in the UK financial and investment industries and our in-house specialists can help with matters such as safeguarded benefit pension transfers, long-term care or equity release. From specialists to support members, The Private Office is home to some of the finest Chartered independent financial advisers in the UK.
What people say about me
April has completely organised my finances so that I am able to retire comfortably and without worrying whenever I choose. Could not have been more professional.
June 2025
I found April explained in clear, concise detail about her role as an independent financial advisor and the fee structure. This immediately gave me confidence that I was dealing with a financial advisor who had excellent experience and would be able to support me to attain my goals.
June 2025
Abigail Banks
Abigail provides advice in all aspects of financial and strategic planning and is a specialist in equity release and long-term care planning. She provides support to a wide range of clients, including some of our Family Office clients where she helps to manage the financial affairs of wealthy individuals and their families. Her approach when working with clients is to make the complex feel simple to ensure they can plan for their future with clarity and confidence.
With previous experience working as a Paraplanner, Abigail has a strong technical knowledge and foundation to the advice she provides. Her expertise is also valued in the press and she has provided comments for The Times, Sunday Times, FT Adviser and Vice. As well as her Advanced Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning, she has qualifications in pensions and pension transfers, equity release and long-term care insurance. Prior to working in financial services, Abigail studied Geography at The University of Edinburgh.
When she is not providing bespoke advice, Abigail can be found travelling to explore new places with her partner and their Dachshund.
- Chartered Financial Planner
- Advanced Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning
- Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning
- Award in Pensions Update
- Certificate in Pension Transfer Advice
- Certificate in Equity Release
- Certificate in Mortgage Advice
- Award in Long Term Care Insurance
- Featured contributor in The Times, Vice and FT Adviser
- Named in the Citywire NMA Top 35 Next Generation Advisers 2023
- Experience in financial services since 2016
Meet our expert team
Our team members have extensive experience in the UK financial and investment industries. From specialists to support members, The Private Office is home to some of the finest Chartered independent financial advisers in the UK.
What people say about me
Abigail has given us a wider view of our situation, helping us to understand our retirement outlook and general financial planning. She has been instrumental in achieving the right balance of how our pensions and investments are utilised. She has given us some excellent financial modelling that has helped us to make decisions that we feel very comfortable with.
May 2025
In my opinion, there is nothing more that Abby could have done. Her advice is excellent and she is very committed to providing the best possible outcomes.
July 2024
Jason Wood
Jason’s expertise covers pensions, investment management, pre and post-retirement planning and more, and he has experience working with a diverse client base including families, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and high-net-worth individuals. With previous experience working as a Paraplanner, he has a strong technical knowledge and foundation to the advice that he provides.
In addition to advising his clients, Jason has presented TPO's inheritance tax webinar, where he explained key considerations with intergenerational wealth planning through various life stages.
As well as being a Chartered Financial Planner, Jason has certification in Discretionary Investment Management, Securities Advice & Dealing and Life & Pensions. He also holds a degree in Hispanic Studies from the University of Nottingham.
When he's not helping his clients to build their financial plans, Jason enjoys travelling and playing sports, having fulfilled a lifelong dream of participating in the 2019 London Marathon.
- Chartered Financial Planner
- Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning
- Certificate in Discretionary Investment Management
- Certificate in Securities Advice & Dealing
- Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning
- Certificate in Life & Pensions
- Chartered Financial Planner since 2018
- Works with a diverse client base, including families, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and high-net-worth individuals
- Key technical expertise having worked previously as a Paraplanner
Meet our expert team
Our team members have extensive experience in the UK financial and investment industries. From specialists to support members, The Private Office is home to some of the finest Chartered independent financial advisers in the UK.
What people say about me
Jason has been very helpful in coming up with a sensible plan and ensuring its execution, both at the beginning of the relationship and in the years since. I’m very satisfied with the outcomes so far and feel comfortable and confident about the future.
July 2025
Jason has made my life easier. He has taken away the stress of managing my financial situation, given me the confidence to spend money and the reassurance I will be ok. He has helped me gift money to my children. It is not an understatement that meeting Jason and joining TPO was one of the best decisions I have made since my husband died. Life is hard enough, Jason/TPO have been of considerable help in the financial area.