Chris Smeaton

Chris Smeaton has a diverse work experience in the financial industry. Chris is currently the Head of Proposition at Seccl, a position they have held since October 2020. Before that, they worked as a Consultant for UK Platforms & Pensions at Seccl from January 2020 to October 2020.

Prior to joining Seccl, Chris was the Group Head of Commercial Marketing at Embark Group from June 2017 to August 2019. Chris was responsible for overseeing marketing strategies and commercial partnerships.

From June 2015 to June 2017, Chris worked as the Director of Commercial & Strategy at James Hay Partnership. Chris'srole involved developing overall business strategy, managing a research and insight function, and overseeing commercial planning and product development. Chris also led the launch of a new flagship SIPP product and achieved significant revenue growth.

Before their time at James Hay Partnership, Chris held various positions at SANTANDER PRIVATE BANKING. Chris served as the Head of Funds Platform, Products & Investments from October 2008 to October 2010, where they were responsible for the SIPP proposition and investment proposition of the private bank. Chris also led the outsourcing of fund settlement to a third party, resulting in the migration of over £1 billion AUA to a new solution.

Chris began their career at Santander UK in 1997, where they held multiple roles. Chris served as the Abbey Wrap / SIPP Propositions & eCommerce Manager from July 2003 to October 2008, overseeing the development of propositions and eCommerce strategy. Chris also led the launch of one of the first whole-of-market Wraps in the UK and obtained FCA approval for the Abbey Wrap proposition. Prior to this role, they were the Wealth Management / SIPP eCommerce Manager from November 2001 to July 2003, responsible for the James Hay and Abbey Wrap web services. Chris also served as a Banking Manager from August 1997 to November 2002, managing in-house banking operations and leading the migration of accounts from RBS to Abbey National.

Overall, Chris Smeaton's work experience demonstrates their expertise in proposition development, commercial marketing, strategy, and product management in the financial industry.

Chris Smeaton attended the University of Southampton from 1994 to 1997, where they pursued a degree in Business & Finance. Chris'sfield of study during this period was Business, Administration & Finance. Additionally, they attended Stonehenge School, although the specific start and end years, degree name, and field of study are unknown.