Stuart Harris
Adelaide,SA
Summary
As a Private Wealth Adviser, I apply my expertise in financial planning and investment services to deliver tailored solutions to a diverse range of individuals. With over five years' experience in the financial services industry, I have cultivated strong skills in financial advisory, investments, and superannuation. Complementing my professional pursuits, I am actively involved in my community as a member of the Rotary Club of Adelaide, a Board Member at Prince Alfred Old Collegians' Squash Club, and part of the Young Professionals Group of Adelaide, where I contribute to strategic direction and growth initiatives.
My ongoing commitment is to provide exceptional service and value to both my clients and the broader community.
Enthusiastic financial services professional with a proven ability to work effectively with clients from all backgrounds and levels. Approachable and personable with a flexible working style. Possesses comprehensive knowledge in wealth management, estate planning, and investment strategies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Wealth Adviser
Ord Minnett Ltd
01.2022 - Current
- Provide tailored financial advice and wealth management solutions to individuals and families, aligning with their financial goals and risk tolerance.
- Develop and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients, acting as their trusted financial partner.
- Conduct thorough client discovery meetings to understand their financial situation, objectives, and preferences.
- Analyse client financial data, including investments, superannuation and estate planning needs.
- Develop and present comprehensive financial plans, incorporating investment strategies, superannuation, retirement planning and wealth protection.
- Implement agreed-upon financial plans, executing investment transactions and managing client portfolios in accordance with investment guidelines and regulatory requirements.
- Provide ongoing portfolio reviews and performance updates, making adjustments as necessary to adapt to changing market conditions and client circumstances.
- Stay abreast of market trends, economic developments, and regulatory changes to provide informed and timely advice.
- Generate new business opportunities through referrals, networking, and proactive client outreach.
- Adhere to all compliance procedures and ethical standards and relevant regulatory bodies.
- Collaborate effectively with internal specialists (e.g., research, paraplanning) to deliver comprehensive client solutions.
- Maintain accurate client records and documentation in accordance with company policies.
- Participate in ongoing professional development to enhance technical knowledge and advisory skills.
Private Wealth Adviser Assistant
Ord Minnett Ltd
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Provide a high level of service and support to advisers and their clients.
- Accurately prepare and liaise with new clients to establish new accounts (including Trusts, Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSF), Company, and individual/joint accounts).
- Maintain and manage current corporate actions on behalf of advisers and clients.
- Create, distribute, and manage client correspondence on behalf of advisers.
- Maintain and store client files, along with an accurate Client Record Management (CRM) system.
- Prepare proposed portfolios and discuss new investment ideas with advisers for their clients.
- Perform reception duties, including handling office calls, greeting clients, and managing daily mail.
- Proficient in technical applications including HUB24, Macquarie Wrap, BT Wrap/Panorama, Iress, and Agility.
- Consistently meet risk and compliance requirements.
Client Account Specialist
BT Financial Group
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Working within multi-platform workflows to deliver all customer
transactions including the facilitation of client Super/pension and
Investment Wrap account transfers to BT Panorama. - Providing excellent customer service by responding to customer and
financial adviser calls and following up emails relating to their
Investment products. - Working within the Panorama workflow to deliver a market-leading
transition experience. - Proactively monitor and case manage In-specie Wrap to Panorama
transfer tasks. - Implement, evolve and maintain procedures to ensure BT Panorama
complies with all regulatory, legal and supervisory requirements. - Conduct case management activities and services with the
multidisciplinary team.
Customer Service Leader
KFC
11.2014 - 12.2018
- Trained, oversaw and mentored new team members to strengthen performance and job expertise.
- Identified opportunities to streamline processes by targeting areas of inefficiency and implementing improvements.
- Took cash and credit card payments.
- Ensuring compliance with all Health and Safety food regulations and guidelines.
- Working in a high-pressure environment while ensuring safety standards are followed.
Sales Assistant
House and Garden
12.2015 - 04.2017
- Refunded payments for returned items, processed exchanges and offered store credit to achieve customer satisfaction.
- Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
- Provided pricing information to customers regarding specific products.
- Exceeding monthly and yearly sales targets.
- Merchandised attractive shelf displays with current offerings to drive store sales.
- Maintain records related to sales Process cash/credit sales.
- Physical stock takes/ Inventory Control.
- POS System training.
- Warehouse management.
Education
Master of Financial Planning - Financial Planning
Kaplan Professional
Sydney, NSW01-2025
Post-Graduate Diploma - Financial Planning: Finance
Kaplan Professional
Sydney01-2024
Bachelor of Commerce - Major in Accounting And Finance
The University of Adelaide
Adelaide, SA07.2019
Prince Alfred College
Kent Town, SASkills
- Highly organised and efficient
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Sound Analytical and Problem Solver
- Leadership/ teamwork
- High attention to detail
- Process analysis
- Financial planning
- Portfolio management
- Retirement planning
- Asset allocation
- Investment strategies
- Investment planning
- Managing wealth
- Wealth management
Hobbies and Interests
- Sports fanatic, whether it 's playing, watching or coaching. Golf, Cricket, Squash, Tennis and Football (AFL).
- Cooking & Baking.
- Renovating and gardening.
- Spending time up at our family farm. Located in Woodside, 45 minutes from Adelaide in the Adelaide Hills.
Timeline
Private Wealth Adviser
Ord Minnett Ltd
01.2022 - Current
Private Wealth Adviser Assistant
Ord Minnett Ltd
01.2020 - 12.2022
Client Account Specialist
BT Financial Group
01.2019 - 01.2020
Sales Assistant
House and Garden
12.2015 - 04.2017
Customer Service Leader
KFC
11.2014 - 12.2018
Master of Financial Planning - Financial Planning
Kaplan Professional
Post-Graduate Diploma - Financial Planning: Finance
Kaplan Professional
Bachelor of Commerce - Major in Accounting And Finance
The University of Adelaide
Prince Alfred College
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