David is a Chartered Financial Planner and Fellow of the Personal Finance Society. He joined Rathbones in April 2016 from the multi-family office Stonehage Fleming. David began his financial planning career in 2004 and over that time has provided effective counsel to a varied portfolio of wealthy individuals and families. He has a large professional network and works hard to ensure his clients receive the best possible outcomes and ongoing service.

David has been recognised as one the UK’s leading HNW Wealth Managers in the Spear’s 500, is highlighted on the Citywealth Leaders List and earlier in his career was named in Private Client Practitioner’s Top 35 under 35 on three occasions. He was awarded the inaugural Spear’s ‘young turk’ Wealth Manager of the Year title in 2012.

I studied Economics and Mediaeval History (MA Hons.) at the University of St Andrews, graduating in 2010.  I started my career in financial planning at Saunderson House in 2011, becoming part of the Rathbones Group when the business was acquired in 2021. I am a Chartered Financial Planner and became authorised to provide financial advice in January 2016.  I work closely with a wide variety of clients from different backgrounds.  I enjoy getting to know my clients, and helping them formulate a strategy to realise their financial goals.   Outside of work, a lot of my time is devoted to my young family.  I am a keen fan of rugby, golf, football and scuba-diving and enjoy travelling.
 

Ed Boswell is a Chartered Financial Planner dedicated to helping individuals, families, and entrepreneurs achieve their financial goals. With a 1st class honours degree in Accounting and Finance from Bristol Business School, Ed has been providing personalised advice to clients in Bristol and the South West since 2015.

Beginning his career at Hargreaves Lansdown in 2011, Ed joined Rathbones in 2022. He brings expertise in areas such as protecting wealth, investment and retirement planning, succession and inheritance tax planning, and working with entrepreneurs to plan for their future, all while respecting clients' values and priorities.

In his role at Rathbones, Ed is committed to understanding his clients' aspirations and providing holistic financial planning advice that aligns with their ethical and ESG preferences. His focus on building lasting relationships enables him to support clients through every stage of their financial journey, helping them make informed decisions and reach their goals