Meet Alex

Throughout my career, I have always been involved in creating content whether it be for marketing purposes, journalism or now as part of the PR team at Quilter.

I have a passion for news and current affairs and my role at Quilter gives me the opportunity to help ensure that the company is part of the discussion, if not driving the agenda when it comes to topics to do with personal finance.
One of the things that excites me about my role is the prospect that someone reads a quote from a Quilter spokesperson in the press, and it helps them make more informed decisions about their own finances.

I live in Bristol with my wife, Maddie and my dog, Poppy. When I am not walking the dog, you can find me on the golf course.

My step grandfather has been my biggest influence. As an American Jewish solider, he bravely fought in World War Two and endured being a prisoner of war. Despite all this he was still a man of extraordinary humility and kindness, always considering others before himself. His sense of humour in the face of adversity was a testament to his resilience.

One of my fondest memories with him was learning to play chess. It was through this that he taught me to strategise, plan ahead and consider the big picture instead of just reacting to what’s immediately in front of me. These lessons have helped me throughout my life and career ensuring that I am patient and make thoughtful decisions.

In the early stages of your career, it can be tempting to hold out for those high-profile projects that promise reputation, recognition and rapid advancement. However, I’ve found that there’s a huge benefit to sticking your hand up and taking on a variety of smaller tasks that any team constantly needs to complete and doing them really well.

They may seem less glamourous, but these kinds of tasks can be the building blocks of your career and hold out too long for that big project and you’ll miss out on learning a wealth of skills. Not only do these smaller tasks expose you to different areas of the business but they allow you to build a reputation for reliability and competence.

Ultimately, this all prepares you for the time when there is a big project, and you will be first in line to take it on because you have already proven your capability time and again.

Following my decision to leave journalism and get into Public Relations, I was drawn to Quilter for several reasons. First, its significant standing in the industry helps us create impactful press and the opportunity to tell complex, engaging stories. The press team is also very well respected among journalists, so it offered me the chance to learn why. I also knew someone who had worked at Quilter who told me that the company had a collegiate atmosphere with a chance to work on diverse projects with a talented team.