Andrew Connolly
Chartered Financial Planner
Clients say: "Financial advice from Globe IFA has made us feel confident about our pension and other financial affairs. We have been able to completely trust our adviser to give sound and timely advice, both proactively and in response to our questions. Definitely a safe pair of hands."
We strongly advise that you check the credentials of any financial advisor that you may be considering working with. You can see Andrew's Statement of Professional Standing (SPS) certificate below.
Professionally
I help clients become more confident with their finances and can advise on tax-efficient solutions to preserve family wealth. Sometimes, I collaborate with other advisors and professionals to ensure that you get the best all-round solution.
I joined Globe in 2004, having been a financial advisor since 1995.
I specialise in advising on family money, trust investments, pensions and drawdown, inheritance tax planning and wealth planning.
Click here to view Andrew's qualificationsPersonally
I’m married with two grown-up children. In my spare time, I play the guitar and enjoy going to gigs. Sadly, I’m not ready for a public performance just yet. I like to read novels, especially futuristic Sci-Fi.
I’m the founder of a campaign to encourage local businesses in the Royal Borough of Kingston called Kingston Pound. I am interested in the idea of Community Wealth Building where we encourage more local buying, investment and employment.
Likes
- Quality design
- Game of Thrones
- Good sound systems
- Badminton
- Led Zeppelin
Dislikes
- Coriander
- Social media moaners
- Agatha Christie
- Harry Potter
Get to know Andrew
Here’s your opportunity to find out a little more about Andrew.
On an ideal weekend, you can find me:
Watching world-famous, local, amateur football team Corinthian Casuals FC at King George's Field, Tolworth.
My favourite holiday destination is:
Barcelona.
The first album I bought was:
Presence – Led Zeppelin.
My favourite song to play in the car is:
Tom Sawyer - Rush.
If I could be any fictional character, I would be:
Ross Poldark.
If I could turn any activity into an Olympic sport, I would win a medal in:
Lawn Edging.
When the dessert menu arrives, I’m looking for:
Cheesecake.
The three qualities that draw me to new people are:
People who are happy, positive and open to ideas.
My pet peeve is:
Jaywalkers (especially within 10 yards of a pedestrian crossing).
The best gift I’ve ever received is:
My children, closely followed by a Corgi Thunderbird 2.
The three people at my dream dinner party would be:
John Lennon, Rachel de Thame, James Lovelock.
The three small things that make my day better are:
A good cup of tea - not too weak; a referral from a client; and when the sun comes out.
My proudest moment as a Financial Advisor was:
Becoming a Chartered Financial Planner.
The three things I love most about my job are:
The diversity of client situations; a fun work environment; my days are flexible.
The types of people I most enjoy working with are:
Those willing to consider new ideas and possibilities.
