Meet the team
GBPensions is a New Zealand company, owned and run by British expats, specialising in the complex area of pension transfers.
GBPensions' pledge to our clients: your best interests are always our primary focus.
From as far back as 1988, GBPensions' Authorised Financial Advisers have been working in the pensions industry, and their experience spans the UK, NZ and Australia.
GBPensions' pledge to our clients: your best interests are always our primary focus.
From as far back as 1988, GBPensions' Authorised Financial Advisers have been working in the pensions industry, and their experience spans the UK, NZ and Australia.
Tony Chamberlain
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Director of GBPensions
Authorised Financial Adviser (FSP 138624) Graduate Diploma Business Studies, (Financial Planning), Massey University Certified Financial Planner CM CertPFS (UK), Chartered Insurance Institute, London 1997 Chartered Life Underwriter Accredited Investment Fiduciary ® (Fi360) Where were you born? Harlow, Essex How would you describe your role at GBPensions? To help my clients understand their situation and the options available to them, so that they can make a genuinely informed decision about what to do with their UK pension schemes. What aspect of your job gives you the most satisfaction? That clients can use my knowledge of products and legislation to help them find the most tax efficient and cost effective method of controlling their British pension funds. What three things do you most enjoy doing out of work? Live music, DIY and old cars |
Who is your favourite sports team?
Man Utd What's your favourite movie? Darkest Hour and The Great Escape Who are your favourite band or singer & song? Lyin' Eyes by The Eagles What is your favourite pie? Steak and something (anything within reason!) |
David Paulin
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Authorised Financial Adviser (FSP 116285)
BLE Land Economics, University of Aberdeen 1983 Graduate Diploma in Applied Finance & Investment, Securities Institute of Australia Where were you born? Edinburgh How would you describe your role at GBPensions? My job is to educate, inform and guide my clients to make sound financial decisions. What aspect of your job gives you the most satisfaction? Meeting our clients. Every one's different and each has their own set of needs and wants. What three things do you most enjoy doing out of work? Playing golf, skiing, socialising |
Who is your favourite sports team?
Celtic F.C. What's your favourite movie? Any Bourne movie Who are your favourite band or singer & song? Anything by Pink Floyd What is your favourite pie? Apple pie, with custard |
Wendy Cresswell
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Company PA
Where were you born? I grew up in Oxfordshire. How would you describe your role at GBPensions? Doing all I can to keep the business running as smoothly and efficiently as possible. I liaise with our clients, organise our advisers' busy diaries, and schedule events, meetings and projects. I oversee our health & safety too. What aspect of your job gives you the most satisfaction? It's great to be part of such a friendly, professional team. I love it when clients walk away smiling because we've successfully helped them realise their pension transfer choices. What three things do you most enjoy doing out of work? Running, spending quality time with my family, travelling |
Who is your favourite sports team?
All Blacks What's your favourite movie? The Holiday and Bohemian Rhapsody Who are your favourite band or singer & song? Six60, and Chasing Cars by Snow Patrol What is your favourite pie? Mince and cheese |
Nicola Maynard
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Process Co-ordinator
Where were you born? Wanganui How would you describe your role at GBPensions? I co-ordinate all the administrative aspects of the business. I help clients navigate the transfer process as efficiently as possible, often despite much bureaucracy and very tight schedules. What aspect of your job gives you the most satisfaction? Helping people gain access to their money - which, for some, has been life-changing What three things do you most enjoy doing out of work? Playing tennis, cooking, shopping |
Who is your favourite sports team?
All Blacks What's your favourite movie? Forrest Gump Who are your favourite band or singer & song? Hold Back the River by James Bay, although this changes pretty much every week! What is your favourite pie? Mince and cheese |
Lizzie Brandon
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PR and Brand Management
Where were you born? Bedford, England How would you describe your role at GBPensions? Spreading the word about the great work that our team do for their clients What aspect of your job gives you the most satisfaction? When someone I don't know says they've heard GBPensions are excellent. What three things do you most enjoy doing out of work? Walking on the beach, spending time with Sean and "the family", being a sci-fi nerd |
Who is your favourite sports team?
Ireland RFU and BLACKCAPS What's your favourite movie? Scrooged Who are your favourite band or singer & song? Message to my Girl by Split Enz What is your favourite pie? Mixed mushroom |
Kerry Stevenson
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Accounts and Payroll
Where were you born? Durban, South Africa How would you describe your role at GBPensions? Getting everyone paid on time! What aspect of your job gives you the most satisfaction? Working with such a great bunch of people What three things do you most enjoy doing out of work? Playing soccer, running, family time |
Who is your favourite sports team?
All Blacks What's your favourite movie? Fast & Furious Who are your favourite band or singer & song? Tough to pick a favourite. I love The Eagles, Bob Marley and Tracey Chapman. What is your favourite pie? Steak and blue cheese |
Team photos by KMS Photography
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