Business Details
10 Years
experience
Independent Financial Advice You Can Trust
At Prosperity Financial Advisers & Stockbrokers, we have been dedicated to transforming financial planning since 2016. Our founder, Campbell Banks, established the company with a clear mission: to make financial advice accessible, understandable, and valuable for individuals across the UK. Our team of independent financial advisers adopts a holistic approach, taking the time to understand each client's unique life goals and financial circumstances. We specialise in crafting bespoke strategies across investments, pensions, protection, savings, inheritance tax, estate planning, long-term care, and mortgages. With over 25 years of industry experience, our leadership team combines technical expertise with a commitment to client-centric service.We prioritise transparency, offering jargon-free advice while maintaining rigorous compliance standards. Our client journey includes a free initial consultation, annual financial planning meetings, and access to a personal finance portal for real-time updates. We work collaboratively to ensure every recommendation aligns with our clients' evolving needs, supported by a dedicated compliance and paraplanning team. Our values of care, simplicity, active listening, and personalisation guide every interaction. As a regulated firm registered with the Financial Conduct Authority, we uphold the highest professional standards while investing in continuous development for our growing team.
Services
Investments
Pensions
Protection
Savings
Inheritance Tax
Estate Planning
Long Term Care
Mortgages
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of combined experience in financial services
- Our advisers hold specialist qualifications in pensions and long-term care
- We provide jargon-free advice tailored to individual circumstances
- Our client journey includes free initial consultations and annual reviews
- We maintain rigorous compliance standards with dedicated support teams
Associations and certifications
- Financial Conduct Authority
Services
Investments
Our investment advisory service helps clients grow their wealth through tailored strategies. We assess risk tolerance, financial goals, and market conditions to create diversified portfolios. With expertise in both short-term and long-term investment vehicles, we provide ongoing portfolio reviews and adjustments to ensure alignment with changing circumstances and market dynamics.
Pensions
We specialise in comprehensive pension planning to ensure financial security in retirement. Our advisers evaluate current pension provisions, identify gaps, and recommend appropriate solutions. We help clients navigate complex pension rules, consolidate existing pensions, and optimise tax efficiency while preparing for their desired retirement lifestyle.
Inheritance Tax
Our inheritance tax planning service focuses on minimising tax liabilities while preserving family wealth. We develop strategic approaches to utilise available exemptions, reliefs, and trusts. Our advisers work closely with clients to create holistic estate plans that protect assets and facilitate smooth wealth transfer to future generations.
Mortgages
We provide expert mortgage advice to help clients secure suitable home financing. Our specialists analyse market offerings, assess affordability, and guide clients through the application process. We offer ongoing mortgage reviews and remortgaging strategies to ensure clients maintain optimal mortgage solutions throughout their homeownership journey.
Estate Planning
Our estate planning service ensures clients' wishes are fulfilled while minimising inheritance tax exposure. We coordinate will creation, trust establishment, and power of attorney arrangements. Our advisers provide ongoing reviews to ensure estate plans remain current with legislative changes and personal circumstances.
People
Campbell Banks
Founder and CEO
With over 25 years' experience in financial services across Asia Pacific and the UK, Campbell established Prosperity Financial Advisers & Stockbrokers in 2016. He has led multiple acquisitions and previously held senior roles at ING Group, AXA, and AMP Limited.
Marine Deruelle
Head of Operations
Joined MWA in 2022, specialising in post-acquisition integrations. She developed our operational platform delivering market-leading client journeys. Holds a Masters in international business and languages with eight years' financial services experience.
Sasha Sherman
Head of Compliance
Manages compliance and paraplanning teams with Level 4 diploma in regulated financial planning. Specialises in pensions, long-term care, and technical standards. Committed to continuous professional development towards chartered status.
Daniel Stansall
Advice Manager
Chartered financial adviser with astrophysics background. Provides technical oversight to advisers, focusing on client understanding and goal achievement. Combines analytical skills with practical financial planning expertise since 2014.
Lisa Grange
Client Services Team Leader
Leads client services operations with extensive experience in financial services coordination. Manages team delivering administrative support across multiple UK locations while maintaining high client service standards.
Questions
What areas of financial advice do you specialise in?
We specialise in investments, pensions, protection, savings, inheritance tax, estate planning, long-term care, and mortgages.
How does your financial planning process work?
Our five-stage process includes exploration meetings, fact-finding, bespoke plan creation, implementation, and annual reviews.
Are your initial consultations free?
Yes, we offer free initial consultations with no obligation to proceed with our services.
How are you regulated?
We are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under reference 460399.
Do you offer online account management?
Yes, clients receive access to our personal finance portal for real-time financial tracking and updates.
What makes your service different from other advisers?
We combine technical expertise with a personal approach, offering jargon-free advice and ongoing support tailored to individual needs.
Reviews (2)
Diane Wallace
Nov 11, 2019
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Really pleased I transferred my investments to Prosperity over 5 years ago. At the initial meeting I felt their advisor looked at all aspects of my current financial situation and future expectations. He gave me excellent advice detailing the options open to me and what level of return I could expect. One of the important things is that I trust Prosperity to look after my best interests. They update me on the performance of my investments on a regular basis and treat me as a valued client.
Sandy Newman
Aug 11, 2019
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Excellent service, brilliant team. Made me feel very valued when assessing my pension and investments. Very clear and I felt very comfortable with both recommendations and after-service. Cannot rate them highly enough. Well done you guys.
