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William Mead

Financial Planning Consultant DipPFS in Oxfordshire

A little bit about William

I work to help my clients feel confident and in control of their future. Whatever life throws your way, I aim to help you build financial armour to navigate it. My focus is on pensions, inheritance tax planning, protection, and investments - always tailored to your unique goals. My commitment is to provide clear advice, rooted in trust and built around what matters most to you.

Find out more about me below.

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Speak to me if you’re interested in preparing for tax year end, or just want advice on making your money go further.
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An adviser’s insight

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Tackle tax year end with confidence

Tax rules can seem pretty impenetrable. With the new Budget, and so many different allowances and regulations to keep up with, it’s no wonder millions of us end up accidentally missing opportunities.

In this case, ignorance really isn’t bliss. And by confidently preparing for tax year end, you can be sure you’re getting all the money you’re entitled to - whether that’s by saving as much as you can tax-efficiently or just using your allowances to their full extent.

I can go through your financial position with you, so you’re ready for tax year end on 5 April. Together we can make this tax year end something to celebrate, rather than pass by. Get in touch for your tax year end review or a cashflow modelling session to understand your financial position better.

Approver Quilter Financial Services Limited. November 2025.

Services

Holistic planning

Establishing and reviewing trusts, complete personal risk management planning, short- and long-term savings and investments.

Income Protection

Permanent health insurance to provide a regular income should you be unable to work due to illness or injury.

Investments

Wealth management advice to make your money work as hard as it can for you, including making the most of any tax breaks available.

Pensions

Expert advice to help provide comfort in your retirement.

Protection

Whole of life and term assurance protection, private medical arrangements, critical illness insurance.

Qualifications

Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning

  • The Level 4 Diploma in Regulated Financial Planning from the Chartered Insurance Institute develops core technical and initial financial planning understanding.

More about me

I help clients plan for their financial futures with clarity, structure, and confidence. Whether you’re preparing for retirement, reviewing pensions, or protecting your family, I’ll work with you to create advice that’s personal.

With a background in the British Army, I bring discipline, attention to detail, and a strong sense of responsibility into every client relationship. I aim to make financial advice accessible and empowering - breaking down complex topics into simple, actionable steps.

To relax I enjoy walking in the Cotswolds with my wife, and reading history.

The Financial Conduct Authority does not regulate some employee benefits, tax planning, inheritance tax planning, estate planning, succession planning, trusts or some buy-to-let mortgages.

The guidance and/or information contained within this website is subject to the UK regulatory regime and is therefore targeted at consumers based in the UK.

Registered Office: Quilter Financial Advisers, Senator House, 85 Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4AB. Tel: 0207 562 5856. Registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 05693185. Lighthouse Financial Advice Limited, Senator House, 85 Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4AB. Tel: 0207 562 5856. Registered in England and Wales. Registered number: 04795080.

Quilter Financial Planning Network only: This financial promotion was approved by Quilter Financial Services Ltd & Quilter Financial Ltd on 01 August 2022.