About
Hugh brings over 20 years of experience in Financial Services, having served on the Executive Committee of global Wealth Management firms The Fry Group and Sanlam Wealth – the UK division of Sanlam Global. Covering international teams and multiple service lines, Hugh has developed and launched new propositions, worked across multiple aquisitions and been accountable for operational excllence in both front and back-office functions. With a passion for innovation, Hugh is regular speaker at industry events and adviser to fintech start-ups.
Quick Q&A
What is your favourite thing about working for GSB?
GSB has an incredibly skilled team who are united by a common set of values and a desire to deliver positive impact beyond the bottom line. This is a rare phenomenon in our industry and something I am proud to be a part of.
What is your favourite country you’ve visited?
Spain – from a young age, I have been drawn to the language and culture. Having lived there for a period as a Student and with at least one visit per year since I consider it a second home.
What was your first job?
My very first job was picking cherries on my friend’s farm, but I started my career on the trading floor of a currency broker in London. I was a broker through the Global Financial Crisis – a real baptism of fire!
What did you want to be when you were younger?
I’ve always had a geeky obsession with the weather and when I was a child I wanted to be a meteorologist.