Saunderson House

Now part of Rathbones Group Plc

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Welcome to Rathbones

Information for former clients of Saunderson House

Your Financial Planning team

Richard Nicholls

Richard Nicholls

Financial planning director

Financial planning director

London

Richard is a graduate of the London School of Economics and has been working within the financial services industry since 2007. Since joining Rathbones in January 2009 he has successfully obtained Chartered status and is now a Fellow of the Personal Finance Society.  Richard provides holistic financial planning to high net worth clients and has extensive knowledge and experience in advising clients on: their pensions and meeting specific retirement objectives; structuring investments to maximise tax efficiency; protecting themselves and their families in the event of death or long-term illness; estate planning and the mitigation of inheritance tax.

Richard is a graduate of the London School of Economics and has been working within the financial services industry since 2007. Since joining Rathbones in January 2009 he has successfully obtained Chartered status and is now a Fellow of the Personal Finance Society.  Richard provides holistic financial planning to high net worth clients and has extensive knowledge and experience in advising clients on: their pensions and meeting specific retirement objectives; structuring investments to maximise tax efficiency; protecting themselves and their families in the event of death or long-term illness; estate planning and the mitigation of inheritance tax.
Richard Nicholls
Ryan Jackson

Ryan Jackson

Associate Financial Planning Director

Associate Financial Planning Director

London

I provide comprehensive and holistic Financial Planning advice to private clients, specialising in tax-efficient investing, retirement planning and estate planning strategies. It is important for me to first understand my client's long-term financial aspirations as well as their current circumstances. Once this has been established, I will then construct a bespoke financial plan that is designed to help them achieve their financial objectives.

I provide comprehensive and holistic Financial Planning advice to private clients, specialising in tax-efficient investing, retirement planning and estate planning strategies. It is important for me to first understand my client's long-term financial aspirations as well as their current circumstances. Once this has been established, I will then construct a bespoke financial plan that is designed to help them achieve their financial objectives.
Ryan Jackson
Saskia Raggett

Saskia Raggett

Chartered Financial Planner

Chartered Financial Planner

London

Saskia is a Chartered Financial Planner and joined Saunderson House (now Rathbones Financial Planning) in 2019 after graduating from the University of Exeter with a degree in Mathematics and Economics.

Saskia enjoys working closely with her clients to help them identify and achieve their financial goals. Through advising on matters such as income planning, asset structuring, retirement planning, and estate planning Saskia aims to provide clients with peace of mind over their finances so that they can enjoy their wealth to the fullest. Outside of work Saskia enjoys going for long walks in the countryside, travelling and spending time with family and friends.

Saskia is a Chartered Financial Planner and joined Saunderson House (now Rathbones Financial Planning) in 2019 after graduating from the University of Exeter with a degree in Mathematics and Economics.Saskia enjoys working closely with her clients to help them identify and achieve their financial goals. Through advising on matters such as income planning, asset structuring, retirement planning, and estate planning Saskia aims to provide clients with peace of mind over their finances so that they can enjoy their wealth to the fullest. Outside of work Saskia enjoys going for long walks in the countryside, travelling and spending time with family and friends.
Saskia Raggett
Scott Cassie

Scott Cassie

Associate Financial Planning Director

Associate Financial Planning Director

Edinburgh

Scott is a Financial Planner and he provides holistic advice to private clients. He explores clients’ long-term goals and aspirations and develops a suitable financial plan considering their specific circumstances.

Scott started his career in financial services shortly after graduating from the University of Edinburgh. He worked with a small specialist financial advice firm based in Totnes in Devon. After returning north of the border, Scott has worked in boutique wealth management firms and has been advising private clients across Scotland.

He is a Certified Financial Planner™ professional. He holds the CISI Diploma in Advanced Financial Planning and the Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning from the CII. Outside of work Scott enjoys spending his time with his young family and looking after their two Miniature Dachshunds, Bella and Bonnie.

Scott is a Financial Planner and he provides holistic advice to private clients. He explores clients’ long-term goals and aspirations and develops a suitable financial plan considering their specific circumstances. Scott started his career in financial services shortly after graduating from the University of Edinburgh. He worked with a small specialist financial advice firm based in Totnes in Devon. After returning north of the border, Scott has worked in boutique wealth management firms and has been advising private clients across Scotland. He is a Certified Financial Planner™ professional. He holds the CISI Diploma in Advanced Financial Planning and the Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning from the CII. Outside of work Scott enjoys spending his time with his young family and looking after their two Miniature Dachshunds, Bella and Bonnie.
Scott Cassie
Simon Bashorun

Simon Bashorun

Head of Advice – Rathbones Private Office

Head of Advice – Rathbones Private Office

London

I provide comprehensive, fee-based financial planning advice to High Net Worth private clients, specialising in retirement planning, tax-efficient investing and Inheritance Tax planning strategies. 

I provide comprehensive, fee-based financial planning advice to High Net Worth private clients, specialising in retirement planning, tax-efficient investing and Inheritance Tax planning strategies. 
Simon Bashorun
Simon Crawford

Simon Crawford

Associate Financial Planning Director

Associate Financial Planning Director

Leeds

I provide bespoke holistic financial planning advice to individuals, families, business owners and trustees by working closely alongside my colleagues and trusted connections.

I provide bespoke holistic financial planning advice to individuals, families, business owners and trustees by working closely alongside my colleagues and trusted connections.
Simon Crawford
Simon Maydon

Simon Maydon

Senior financial planning director

Senior financial planning director

London

Simon's specialisms centre around pensions, investments, and long term tax planning. His clients are largely made up of barristers at a variety of chambers across the Inns of Court and solicitors at firms such as Freshfields, Herbert Smith Freehills, and Stephenson Harwood. He also helps accountants, entrepreneurs and some retired folks.

Simon loves bringing order and simplicity to his clients’ financial affairs, giving them the peace of mind that we have considered everything that they would otherwise need to think about themselves. His aim is to free up their time to allow them to focus on their own work, families and personal interests. Outside of work, Simon’s attention is on his wife and three young children, and planning holidays to visit their family around the world. He also tries to squeeze in a healthy dose of test cricket and southern hemisphere rugby.

Simon's specialisms centre around pensions, investments, and long term tax planning. His clients are largely made up of barristers at a variety of chambers across the Inns of Court and solicitors at firms such as Freshfields, Herbert Smith Freehills, and Stephenson Harwood. He also helps accountants, entrepreneurs and some retired folks. Simon loves bringing order and simplicity to his clients’ financial affairs, giving them the peace of mind that we have considered everything that they would otherwise need to think about themselves. His aim is to free up their time to allow them to focus on their own work, families and personal interests. Outside of work, Simon’s attention is on his wife and three young children, and planning holidays to visit their family around the world. He also tries to squeeze in a healthy dose of test cricket and southern hemisphere rugby.
Simon Maydon
Stephanie Ebner

Stephanie Ebner

Senior Financial Planner

Senior Financial Planner

Glasgow

Stephanie is a Chartered Financial Planner with over 20 years’ experience in the Financial Services industry. After graduating from the University of Glasgow with BSc (Hons) in 2004, she started her career with Bank of Scotland where she trained and qualified as a financial planner. She laterally worked as an Independent Financial Adviser before joining Rathbones in early 2024.

Stephanie is passionate about building relationships with clients and helping meet their financial objectives through holistic financial planning.

Outside of work she enjoys going to the gym and is kept busy as a mum of twins!

Stephanie is a Chartered Financial Planner with over 20 years’ experience in the Financial Services industry. After graduating from the University of Glasgow with BSc (Hons) in 2004, she started her career with Bank of Scotland where she trained and qualified as a financial planner. She laterally worked as an Independent Financial Adviser before joining Rathbones in early 2024. Stephanie is passionate about building relationships with clients and helping meet their financial objectives through holistic financial planning. Outside of work she enjoys going to the gym and is kept busy as a mum of twins!
Stephanie Ebner
Stephen Field

Stephen Field

Managing Director – Financial Planning

Managing Director – Financial Planning

Manchester

Stephen Field is Managing Director of Rathbones Financial Planning, appointed in October 2024 following the integration with Investec Wealth & Investment, where he served since 2011. 

A Chartered Financial Planner, Chartered Wealth Manager, and Certified Financial Planner, Stephen also holds a MSc in Business Management and Financial Planning. He leads a team of financial professionals dedicated to delivering tailored advice that supports clients in achieving their financial goals with clarity and confidence. With a deep commitment to long-term value and meaningful relationships, Stephen ensures financial planning at Rathbones is not just about managing assets — but architecting financial lives.

Stephen is passionate about helping people adopt a long-term mindset and helping them to understand that it takes time and patience to get them where they need to be, when they need to be there.

Stephen Field is Managing Director of Rathbones Financial Planning, appointed in October 2024 following the integration with Investec Wealth & Investment, where he served since 2011.  A Chartered Financial Planner, Chartered Wealth Manager, and Certified Financial Planner, Stephen also holds a MSc in Business Management and Financial Planning. He leads a team of financial professionals dedicated to delivering tailored advice that supports clients in achieving their financial goals with clarity and confidence. With a deep commitment to long-term value and meaningful relationships, Stephen ensures financial planning at Rathbones is not just about managing assets — but architecting financial lives. Stephen is passionate about helping people adopt a long-term mindset and helping them to understand that it takes time and patience to get them where they need to be, when they need to be there.
Stephen Field
Suzanne Flook

Suzanne Flook

Senior Paraplanner (Lead)

Senior Paraplanner (Lead)

Cheltenham

As a Senior Paraplanner, my role focuses on research and analysis. I prepare client reports which outline their current positon, objectives and the detailed recommendations. I use analytical software to review existing arrangements and cash flow analysis is becoming a vital part of my work. I provide technical assistance to the planners and wider team and maintain detailed knowledge of all aspects of financial planning, including taxation and legislation. I sit on the Financial Planning Research Committee carrying out product research. As a Senior Paraplanner I also support the development of other paraplanners.

As a Senior Paraplanner, my role focuses on research and analysis. I prepare client reports which outline their current positon, objectives and the detailed recommendations. I use analytical software to review existing arrangements and cash flow analysis is becoming a vital part of my work. I provide technical assistance to the planners and wider team and maintain detailed knowledge of all aspects of financial planning, including taxation and legislation. I sit on the Financial Planning Research Committee carrying out product research. As a Senior Paraplanner I also support the development of other paraplanners.
Suzanne Flook
Tim Fuller

Tim Fuller

Senior financial planning director

Senior financial planning director

London

Tim joined Saunderson House (part of Rathbones Group since 2021) after graduating from the University of Nottingham in 2004. A Chartered Financial Planner, Tim works with City professionals, entrepreneurs and families, assisting with all aspects of their financial planning and objectives. In his spare time Tim enjoys spending time with his young family and following Everton FC.

Tim joined Saunderson House (part of Rathbones Group since 2021) after graduating from the University of Nottingham in 2004. A Chartered Financial Planner, Tim works with City professionals, entrepreneurs and families, assisting with all aspects of their financial planning and objectives. In his spare time Tim enjoys spending time with his young family and following Everton FC.
Tim Fuller
Tom Flanigan

Tom Flanigan

Financial planner

Financial planner

Glasgow

Tom is a Chartered Financial Planner with 17 years financial service industry experience, nine of which as an Independent Financial Adviser servicing clients with a broad range of individual needs. He joined Rathbones in 2020 and is working towards becoming a Fellow of the Personal Finance Society.

Tom specialises in holistic financial planning including retirement strategies, pension accumulation, tax-efficient investment, estate and inheritance tax planning, and financial protection.

Tom is a Chartered Financial Planner with 17 years financial service industry experience, nine of which as an Independent Financial Adviser servicing clients with a broad range of individual needs. He joined Rathbones in 2020 and is working towards becoming a Fellow of the Personal Finance Society. Tom specialises in holistic financial planning including retirement strategies, pension accumulation, tax-efficient investment, estate and inheritance tax planning, and financial protection.
Tom Flanigan