Meet Tom Hughes

At work

Tom has been a Financial Planner here at PenLife for almost a decade.

He has worked in financial services, and specialised in pensions, for seventeen years; he has experienced many rule changes. Tom is, therefore, an expert in Defined Benefit, occupational and personal pensions; as well as their interaction with estate planning and tax planning.

Tom’s strength is being able to explain complex financial arrangements in a way that means people can understand what they have and what they can expect. Tom is passionate about ensuring people can make plans with confidence.

At home

Tom lives in York with his wife Elena and two children, Alessandro and Isabella, whom they try to tire out constantly with tennis, swimming, rambling in the countryside and searching for a good Sunday lunch!

In rare times of peace and tranquillity, Tom loves to read and really enjoys DIY.

The important stuff

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Furthermore, all advisers must have an up-to-date Statement of Professional Standing (SPS). This shows they are suitably qualified. You should be wary of any advisers who refuse to provide copies of their SPS. If you wish to see any copies, you can request this over the phone or via email using the information on the Contact Us page.