Simon Connor
About Simon Connor
Simon Connor is a Senior Discretionary Investment Specialist at HSBC Global Asset Management (UK) Ltd, focusing on the London region. With over two decades of experience in private client investment management, he specializes in managing investments for high-net-worth clients in prestigious areas of London.
Current Role at HSBC
Simon Connor serves as a Senior Discretionary Investment Specialist in the London Region at HSBC Global Asset Management (UK) Ltd. He has held this position since 2018, contributing to the firm's focus on discretionary investment strategies. In this role, he specializes in managing investments for high-net-worth clients, particularly in affluent areas such as Kensington, Mayfair, and the West End.
Previous Experience at HSBC
Prior to his current role, Simon Connor worked at HSBC Global Asset Management (UK) Ltd as a Discretionary Wealth Manager from 2010 to 2016. During this six-year tenure, he managed investments for clients in the North West and London regions. He also served as the Regional Head for the North Region from 2016 to 2018, overseeing investment strategies and client management.
Career Background in Investment Management
Simon Connor has over two decades of experience in private client investment management. He began his career at Investec Wealth & Investment UK as an Associate Investment Director from 1999 to 2008. He then transitioned to Barclays Capital, where he worked as a Manager in FX and Interest Rate Derivative Sales from 2008 to 2010. His extensive background includes expertise in utilizing both listed and over-the-counter derivatives for investment strategies.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Simon Connor studied Financial Economics at the University of Liverpool, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from 1996 to 1999. He furthered his education at The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (The CISI), achieving the designation of Chartered Wealth Manager. This educational foundation supports his expertise in investment management.