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Chris Miles

Founder & Principal Financial Planner
chris@northnest.co.uk
0333 344 5033
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Experience
and expertise

Chris has spent more than two decades in regulated financial services, helping individuals, families, and business owners make informed decisions about their wealth.

He began his career with Alliance & Leicester and Skipton Financial Services, building a strong technical foundation in financial planning and client advice before moving into independent financial planning. His work with Continuum (Financial Services) LLP strengthened his client-first approach, allowing him to tailor advice to each person’s circumstances.

These experiences ultimately led Chris to establish NorthNest Private Wealth, bringing together his technical expertise with the kind of personal, relationship-led advice he believes clients deserve.

On an ideal weekend, you can find me:

With the people who matter most, enjoying some time outdoors, and making time to slow down and appreciate the simple things: good food, a cocktail or two, and, in the mornings, poached eggs and black coffee. Sushi would also be involved at some point for lunch or dinner.

My favourite holiday destination is:

Spain for the sunshine or skiing in the Alps.

My favourite song to play in the car is:

The Killers album, Hot Fuss, which takes me back to my early 20s and a less serious time of life.

The first album I bought was:

The Jungle Book film soundtrack on vinyl.

If I could be any fictional character, I would be:

If I could be any fictional character, I would be James Bond – calm under pressure, well-travelled, and partial to a good cocktail. Probably with less danger and drama, though.

If I could turn any activity into an Olympic sport, I would win a medal in:

Making poached eggs.

When the dessert menu arrives, I’m looking for:

Tiramisu, every time.

The three qualities that draw me to new people are:

A smile, good humour, and humility.

My pet peeve is:

Indecisiveness.

The best gift I’ve ever received is:

The best gift I’ve ever received is life itself and the understanding, over time, of how important it is to make the most of it.

The three people at my dream dinner party would be:

Sir Ranulph Fiennes for his fascinating and dry stories, Carl Jung for his understanding of what makes humans tick, and someone from my own family history to better understand the journey before me.

The three small things that make my day better are:

Black coffee in the morning, a moment to reflect on what I’m grateful for, and exercise.

Three things I haven’t done so far include:

Visiting the Amazon jungle, travelling to Japan, and learning how to play chess.

Passions and
personal life

Outside of work, Chris enjoys staying active, whether that’s in the gym, at a weekly yoga class, on a hiking trail, or tackling an indoor bouldering wall. He’s also a keen beginner skier and still has a passion for travel, sparked by a gap year spent backpacking around the world.

At home, you’ll often find him experimenting with cocktails, listening to vinyl, reading, or attempting to improve his drawing and photography. He appreciates good food, a glass of red wine, or a Scotch whisky, and enjoys the occasional orchestral concert or trip to the theatre.

Chris is happiest spending time with his close-knit family and friends, including his cat, Freddie. He also enjoys connecting with fellow entrepreneurs, sharing ideas and experiences, particularly in the mountains or at professional events.

Qualifications and credentials

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Qualifications

Diploma in Financial Planning

This level 4 diploma meets the FCA’s qualification requirements for retail investment advisers, demonstrating core technical knowledge and financial planning capabilities across six core areas.

Certificate in Financial Planning

This qualification provides a foundation in the principles of financial planning, covering areas such as regulation, taxation, investments, and personal finance. It demonstrates an understanding of the core knowledge needed to support clients and progress towards more advanced financial planning qualifications.

Certificate in Mortgage Advice

This qualification assesses a knowledge and understanding of the UK regulation environment in the financial services industry, mortgage products, repayment options, and the giving of mortgage advice.

Certificate in Life and Pensions

The life and pensions route builds knowledge and understanding of the sector’s role and its activities. It considers important customer needs, solutions and products, and how individuals and organisations work within the regulatory and legislative environment.

J01 Personal Tax

At the end of this unit, candidates should be able to demonstrate an understanding of: the basic structure of the tax system and self-assessment; the main taxes on income and capital that may be charged on individuals, the self-assessment system and how tax liabilities are computed; impact of residence and domicile on an individual’s liability to UK tax.

J02 Trusts

At the end of this unit, candidates should be able to demonstrate an understanding of the: legal principles associated with the creation and management of a trust; main types of trusts that are common in the UK; taxation considerations relevant to trusts.

J08 Financial Planning Practice

At the end of this unit, candidates should be able to apply their knowledge and understanding of the financial planning process in order to meet the financial planning requirements of clients.

CF1 Advanced Financial Planning Certificate

This qualification develops an understanding of the financial services industry, including regulation and legislation.

CF2 Investment and Risk

This examination assesses a knowledge and understanding of investment products and the risks involved.

CF3 Financial Protection

This examination assesses a knowledge and understanding of financial protection plans.

CF4 Retirement Planning

This examination assesses a knowledge and understanding of the various pension products, the pension tax regime, and retirement needs.

CF5 Integrated Financial Planning

This examination demonstrates a solid grounding in the financial services industry and its regulation.

CF6 Mortgage Advice

This qualification assesses a knowledge and understanding of the UK regulation environment in the financial services industry, mortgage products, repayment options, and the giving of mortgage advice.

FP2 Protection, Savings, and Investment

Assesses an understanding of protection, savings, and investment products.

FP3 Identifying and Satisfying Client Needs

Assesses an understanding of conducting a fact-find, assessing the client’s needs, and recommending specific (appropriate) financial products to meet those needs.

Calm planning, real impact

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Juliet
Juliet
Chris doesn't just understand our finances, he understands us as people

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