Sean Clark
About Sean Clark
Sean Clark is the Director of Strategic Relationships at Russell Investments, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in financial planning and relationship management, having held various roles in prominent financial institutions across the UK and Asia.
Current Role at Russell Investments
Sean Clark serves as the Director of Strategic Relationships at Russell Investments since 2018. In this role, he manages the head office relationship with the most profitable account in the EMEA region. He is responsible for achieving annualised new revenue targets and collaborates with various teams to defend existing assets under management while developing new business lines through new channels.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Prior to his current position, Sean Clark held multiple roles in the financial services sector. He worked at Russell Investments as Regional Director for Europe from 2014 to 2018. His experience also includes positions at HSBC Bank International Limited, where he served as International Wealth Manager and Commercial Financial Planning Manager, as well as Premier Financial Planning Manager. He also worked at Secure Wealth Management as Director and at Barclays as a Mortgage Advisor.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Sean Clark has a strong educational background in financial planning and business administration. He studied at Coventry University, earning a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Business Administration from 1996 to 2000. He furthered his education at The Chartered Insurance Institute, achieving various qualifications including a Diploma in Financial Planning (Level 4), Advanced Diploma in Financial Planning (Level 6), and a Certificate in Financial Planning. Additionally, he studied at the Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment, obtaining a qualification in Private Client Investment Advice & Management (Level 6).
Contributions to Strategic Direction
As a member of the EMEA Management / Steering Committee, Sean Clark contributes to the strategic direction of the retail business at Russell Investments. His role involves developing strategies and business initiatives within the UK Adviser space, ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals.
Speaking Engagements and Industry Involvement
Sean Clark serves as a keynote speaker at annual conferences and high-net-worth client meetings. His involvement in these events highlights his expertise in financial planning and strategic relationships within the industry.