Our Practice Approach
We recognise that each individual is unique and as such deserves a bespoke service, tailored to their own financial needs and future aspirations.
In addition to the experience and expertise provided by members of the St. James's Place Partnership, products and services from other providers have been carefully selected to complement and enhance the range of St. James's Place Group products on offer. We believe the providers represent the ‘best of breed’ in their respective categories and are capable of delivering the high standards you would expect.
Testimonials
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Vanessa has looked after our affairs for over a decade. She is straight forward, proactive, and responsive. We meet in person regularly and she and her team are just a phone call away. We are so grateful for her dedication which has benefited us greatly in financial terms and in terms of trust an...
Barbara Ann Stock| INED, Woking
Vanessa is very knowledgeable in all areas of financial planning and is able to relate to my personal requirements. At our annual reviews she takes the time to understand my current and future circumstances and offer the most appropriate advice and guidance in a very pragmatic way. I would cert...
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I have been using the very extensive sound knowledge and expertise of Vanessa Nice since 2012. I have no hesitation in recommending Vanessa unequivocally. Vanessa is very trustworthy, personable and approachable. She gets to know you well, is a good listener and works out with you your financia...
Barbara Mothershaw| Retired, Bramhall
After receiving excellent support from Vanessa Nice over the last three years, I can truly recommend her to anyone looking for investment guidance as she takes the time and effort to get to know you as a person and ensures her recommendations are appropriate. Her approach is relaxed and natural...
Christine Profitt| Retired, Stockport
I have been seeing Vanessa for 2 years and have found her so helpful in providing me with sound advice regarding financial matters. She is a person that I feel I can trust completely with the wealth of information provided, regarding my investments and tax liability. The service and support has...
D F Bacon| Retired, Tring
This testimonial is a tribute to the professionalism of Vanessa Nice and to the courteous way she conducts her business. Due to her efficient management of my finances, I relax in the knowledge that everything financial is safe and secure and requires not any brainpower from me. Vanessa is alwa...
David Bown| Retired Methodist Minister, Bedford
Vanessa is very knowledgeable and communicates very clearly. We trust her advice and are confident that she understands our needs and long-term goals. She has been very supportive and understanding of any concerns we have had. Service has always been efficient and we would confidently recommend...
Details Supplied| CEO
Always look forward to my meetings with Vanessa. Advice is always simple to understand and investments perform well. Whole advice is always offered with my best interests at heart. Lovely caring personality for both business and family.
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I have been with St. James's Place since the 1990s and have had 3 partners. Vanessa is the best! She is committed to acting on my behalf to make sure the wealth I created in my working years is invested over my remaining years on this earth. She makes sure I pay or will pay in the future; as li...
G M Pickles| Retired Dentist, Stockport
Vanessa is personable and easy to discuss all financial matters with. She clearly understands what she is talking about. This is essential for me when referring her to my own clients. She takes time to understand her clients, backed up by being highly qualified and having deep technical knowled...
Gordon Levy| Accountant, Manchester
We have been with St. James's Place for the last 20 years and with Vanessa for the last 7. We greatly value her advice and would wholeheartedly recommend her.
H & J Clark| Company Director, Wilmslow
We have been with St. James's Place for over 10 years. Vanessa has always given us very sound advice over the years and we have now acquired a portfolio, which has surpassed all our expectations. She also assisted with family finances for our children and grandchildren. We feel she is an extrem...
Ilona Walker| Liverpool
Past performance is not indicative of future performance. The value of an investment with St. James's Place will be directly linked to the performance of the funds you select and the value can therefore go down as well as up. You may get back less than you invested.
Vanessa has been advising me for a number of years now, during this period her advice has been invaluable and has been tailored as circumstances have changed and a more family orientated approach to investment has been required. I am grateful for Vanessa's honesty and pragmatic approach.
James Catchpole| Solicitor (Non-Practising)
Vanessa has been my adviser for many years. She is very professional, down to earth and personable. I rely on her for sound honest advice, on a range of related areas; a truly great soundboard and complete trusted adviser to me. I can always reach her and rely on Vanessa's honest view, which I ...
Jo Taylor| Director, Scorton, Lancashire
We have used Vanessa several times, each time we have received a fantastic service and would thoroughly recommend her services. She always goes above and beyond to help us deal with our financial planning. Great communication, efficient, professional, brilliant from start to finish, as always.
John Mark Watson
Vanessa has looked after my financial affairs for a long period of time, giving of her time and expertise unstintingly. She takes a holistic view of the person, cares for the individual, understands changing personal circumstances and at all times is pleasant and approachable. She is totally pr...
Margaret P Lloyd| Retired Headteacher, Stockport
Vanessa has always given straight, honest advice. She knows our needs and adapts her advice as they change. She has demonstrably kept our best interests at heart, even when this has meant reduced income for her. And she's likeable and great to work with!
N Tratalos| Chartered Accountant, Manchester
I have always found Vanessa very approachable. All my questions are answered in a clear and straight forward manner, with all the pros and cons put logically and methodically, so I have always been able to come to informed decisions under no pressure. The service provided by Vanessa and her off...
Name Supplied| Dental Surgeon, Wallasey
Since being introduced to Vanessa our financial affairs are in order for the first time ever! Vanessa is straightforward, responsive and proactive, keeping in touch on a regular basis and responding to our one off queries promptly. She makes all the tiresome administration easy, leading us step...
Name Supplied| Head of International & Investment Audit, Woking
I don't lie awake at night worrying about money! I am lucky to have had 2 generations to advise me - Vanessa - and her mum Diane. Would recommend.
Name Supplied| Retired Doctor, Styal
I have been a client of St. James's Place for more years than I care to remember and have been advised by Vanessa since she took over the Knutsford Office. Vanessa offers much more than just financial advice. She looks at the whole picture and takes account of our differing personal circumstanc...
Neil Eatough| Company Director, Burnley
We have been delighted with Vanessa Nice since she has taken over as our St. James's Place Partner. The service she has provided has been very efficient and her advice has been sound and trustworthy resulting in the value of our investments appreciating significantly. We have no hesitation in r...
Philip and Wendy Thomas| Retired, Altrincham
Past performance is not indicative of future performance. The value of an investment with St. James's Place will be directly linked to the performance of the funds you select and the value can therefore go down as well as up. You may get back less than you invested.
Vanessa provides a very professional service always giving clear and concise advice whilst explaining thoroughly the risks and opportunities offered in the investment market. The service and support has always been first class and I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone.
Rodney Victor Jennings| Retired, Knutsford
Vanessa has been extremely helpful in advising many aspects of my financial planning. She is organised and diligent and quickly coordinated my legacy pensions into a single, coherent investment strategy. Her strong background in the Private Client tax group at Deloitte makes her well positioned...
Silas Spencer| Relationship Management, London
Vanessa's professionalism and knowledge of the opportunities and risks of the investment market combined with the ability to clearly explain this to us was one of the key factors in our decision to use St. James's Place. Excellent Customer service is also vital, particularly given the extreme v...
Simon Mercer| Retired, London
Vanessa has always ensured the best outcome for me by making sure that I take control of my financial future and regularly review my position. She has always taken the time to understand both my personal and professional goals, going the extra mile to keep me informed of any and all legislation...
Stuart Kelly| M.D, Northwich
Vanessa has looked after our affairs for over a decade. She is straight forward, proactive, and responsive. We meet in person regularly and she and her team are just a phone call away. We are so grateful for her dedication which has benefited us greatly in financial terms and in terms of trust an...
Barbara Ann Stock| INED, Woking
Vanessa is very knowledgeable in all areas of financial planning and is able to relate to my personal requirements. At our annual reviews she takes the time to understand my current and future circumstances and offer the most appropriate advice and guidance in a very pragmatic way. I would cert...
Details Supplied
I have been using the very extensive sound knowledge and expertise of Vanessa Nice since 2012. I have no hesitation in recommending Vanessa unequivocally. Vanessa is very trustworthy, personable and approachable. She gets to know you well, is a good listener and works out with you your financia...
Barbara Mothershaw| Retired, Bramhall
After receiving excellent support from Vanessa Nice over the last three years, I can truly recommend her to anyone looking for investment guidance as she takes the time and effort to get to know you as a person and ensures her recommendations are appropriate. Her approach is relaxed and natural...
Christine Profitt| Retired, Stockport
I have been seeing Vanessa for 2 years and have found her so helpful in providing me with sound advice regarding financial matters. She is a person that I feel I can trust completely with the wealth of information provided, regarding my investments and tax liability. The service and support has...
D F Bacon| Retired, Tring
This testimonial is a tribute to the professionalism of Vanessa Nice and to the courteous way she conducts her business. Due to her efficient management of my finances, I relax in the knowledge that everything financial is safe and secure and requires not any brainpower from me. Vanessa is alwa...
David Bown| Retired Methodist Minister, Bedford
Vanessa is very knowledgeable and communicates very clearly. We trust her advice and are confident that she understands our needs and long-term goals. She has been very supportive and understanding of any concerns we have had. Service has always been efficient and we would confidently recommend...
Details Supplied| CEO
Always look forward to my meetings with Vanessa. Advice is always simple to understand and investments perform well. Whole advice is always offered with my best interests at heart. Lovely caring personality for both business and family.
Details Supplied
I have been with St. James's Place since the 1990s and have had 3 partners. Vanessa is the best! She is committed to acting on my behalf to make sure the wealth I created in my working years is invested over my remaining years on this earth. She makes sure I pay or will pay in the future; as li...
G M Pickles| Retired Dentist, Stockport
Vanessa is personable and easy to discuss all financial matters with. She clearly understands what she is talking about. This is essential for me when referring her to my own clients. She takes time to understand her clients, backed up by being highly qualified and having deep technical knowled...
Gordon Levy| Accountant, Manchester
We have been with St. James's Place for the last 20 years and with Vanessa for the last 7. We greatly value her advice and would wholeheartedly recommend her.
H & J Clark| Company Director, Wilmslow
We have been with St. James's Place for over 10 years. Vanessa has always given us very sound advice over the years and we have now acquired a portfolio, which has surpassed all our expectations. She also assisted with family finances for our children and grandchildren. We feel she is an extrem...
Ilona Walker| Liverpool
Past performance is not indicative of future performance. The value of an investment with St. James's Place will be directly linked to the performance of the funds you select and the value can therefore go down as well as up. You may get back less than you invested.
Vanessa has been advising me for a number of years now, during this period her advice has been invaluable and has been tailored as circumstances have changed and a more family orientated approach to investment has been required. I am grateful for Vanessa's honesty and pragmatic approach.
James Catchpole| Solicitor (Non-Practising)
Vanessa has been my adviser for many years. She is very professional, down to earth and personable. I rely on her for sound honest advice, on a range of related areas; a truly great soundboard and complete trusted adviser to me. I can always reach her and rely on Vanessa's honest view, which I ...
Jo Taylor| Director, Scorton, Lancashire
We have used Vanessa several times, each time we have received a fantastic service and would thoroughly recommend her services. She always goes above and beyond to help us deal with our financial planning. Great communication, efficient, professional, brilliant from start to finish, as always.
John Mark Watson
Vanessa has looked after my financial affairs for a long period of time, giving of her time and expertise unstintingly. She takes a holistic view of the person, cares for the individual, understands changing personal circumstances and at all times is pleasant and approachable. She is totally pr...
Margaret P Lloyd| Retired Headteacher, Stockport
Vanessa has always given straight, honest advice. She knows our needs and adapts her advice as they change. She has demonstrably kept our best interests at heart, even when this has meant reduced income for her. And she's likeable and great to work with!
N Tratalos| Chartered Accountant, Manchester
I have always found Vanessa very approachable. All my questions are answered in a clear and straight forward manner, with all the pros and cons put logically and methodically, so I have always been able to come to informed decisions under no pressure. The service provided by Vanessa and her off...
Name Supplied| Dental Surgeon, Wallasey
Since being introduced to Vanessa our financial affairs are in order for the first time ever! Vanessa is straightforward, responsive and proactive, keeping in touch on a regular basis and responding to our one off queries promptly. She makes all the tiresome administration easy, leading us step...
Name Supplied| Head of International & Investment Audit, Woking
I don't lie awake at night worrying about money! I am lucky to have had 2 generations to advise me - Vanessa - and her mum Diane. Would recommend.
Name Supplied| Retired Doctor, Styal
I have been a client of St. James's Place for more years than I care to remember and have been advised by Vanessa since she took over the Knutsford Office. Vanessa offers much more than just financial advice. She looks at the whole picture and takes account of our differing personal circumstanc...
Neil Eatough| Company Director, Burnley
We have been delighted with Vanessa Nice since she has taken over as our St. James's Place Partner. The service she has provided has been very efficient and her advice has been sound and trustworthy resulting in the value of our investments appreciating significantly. We have no hesitation in r...
Philip and Wendy Thomas| Retired, Altrincham
Past performance is not indicative of future performance. The value of an investment with St. James's Place will be directly linked to the performance of the funds you select and the value can therefore go down as well as up. You may get back less than you invested.
Vanessa provides a very professional service always giving clear and concise advice whilst explaining thoroughly the risks and opportunities offered in the investment market. The service and support has always been first class and I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone.
Rodney Victor Jennings| Retired, Knutsford
Vanessa has been extremely helpful in advising many aspects of my financial planning. She is organised and diligent and quickly coordinated my legacy pensions into a single, coherent investment strategy. Her strong background in the Private Client tax group at Deloitte makes her well positioned...
Silas Spencer| Relationship Management, London
Vanessa's professionalism and knowledge of the opportunities and risks of the investment market combined with the ability to clearly explain this to us was one of the key factors in our decision to use St. James's Place. Excellent Customer service is also vital, particularly given the extreme v...
Simon Mercer| Retired, London
Vanessa has always ensured the best outcome for me by making sure that I take control of my financial future and regularly review my position. She has always taken the time to understand both my personal and professional goals, going the extra mile to keep me informed of any and all legislation...
Stuart Kelly| M.D, Northwich
Vanessa has looked after our affairs for over a decade. She is straight forward, proactive, and responsive. We meet in person regularly and she and her team are just a phone call away. We are so grateful for her dedication which has benefited us greatly in financial terms and in terms of trust an...
Barbara Ann Stock| INED, Woking
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