Wealth Planning for International Clients & Their Families

For those whose wealth, family and ambitions span more than one country.

A structured approach to wealth that moves with your life

For UK and international professionals, managing wealth across jurisdictions becomes increasingly complex over time.

We help bring clarity to that complexity, developing a clear, long-term strategy that aligns your investments, pensions and tax position with your wider objectives.

Wealth planning is not simply about managing investments. It involves navigating multiple jurisdictions, evolving tax rules and significant life decisions, often while managing careers, businesses and family commitments across multiple countries.

Without a clear structure, this can lead to fragmented portfolios, inefficiencies and uncertainty over long-term outcomes.

Our role is to bring these moving parts together into a clear, joined-up strategy.

Why clients choose to work with GSB

We work with a select group of UK and international clients who value clarity, independence and a structured approach to long-term planning.

A structured, long-term approach

We focus on building clear, joined-up strategies rather than individual product choices, helping you make confident financial decisions over time.

Independent and client-led advice

Our advice is shaped around your objectives, not driven by products or providers, ensuring every decision is aligned with your long-term interests.

Experience working with international clients

We understand the complexities of cross-border planning, particularly where tax, residency and long-term structuring decisions are involved.

CISI Chartered Firm™

Certified B Corporation™

Based in DIFC, Dubai

We aim to build long-term relationships with our clients, acting as a trusted partner as their circumstances and priorities evolve.

The team behind our wealth planning approach

Our team works with a select group of UK and international clients, bringing experience across investment planning, cross-border structuring and long-term financial advice.

Stuart Ritchie
Head of Wealth

Craig Holding
Senior Partner

Craig Ritchie
Senior Partner

Mauro De Santis Bo
Senior Partner

Paul Waterman
Senior Partner

Yazmin Boden
Senior Partner

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Environmental, Social, and good Governance

Responsible investment delivers sustainable returns. Fact.

From the beginning, ESG has been at the heart of everything we do. As a conscious team of highly qualified advisors, we are more aware of how the world is changing. We believe responsible investment plays a fundamental role in shaping the world for the better and improving people’s lives.

ESG principles enhance and improve investment returns and real-world results. We know you want your money to do good. So we’ve taken responsibility head-on. From portfolio construction to company engagement, ethical decision-making and responsible investing are critical to survival. And guides everything we believe in, say and do.

We see financial investment as a force for good. By thinking carefully about how and where we invest, we can influence companies’ strategy and direction, helping businesses transform into better versions of themselves. We’re committed to helping you make the right decisions and achieving long-term, sustainable returns.

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We’re passionate about what we do and deliver market-leading, sustainable returns. As a Certified B Corporation, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of social, environmental and governance responsibility. By combining cost-effective, evidence-based investing with a genuine commitment to doing good, we aim to create lasting value for both our clients and the world around us.
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Disclaimer

This content is provided for general information purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, tax or legal advice. Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and may be subject to change in the future. You should seek independent professional advice before making any financial decisions.

The value of investments can go down as well as up and you may not get back the amount originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.

This content is intended for individuals located outside the United Kingdom. GSB Capital Ltd is regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) under reference number F006321.