Owolabi Hammed

Senior Paraplanner

owolabi@smithandwardle.co.uk

01462 420544

Professionally

Owolabi has deep experience in paraplanning, where he developed strong technical expertise across pensions, investments and complex financial planning.

He is now a senior paraplanner at Smith and Wardle, having previously held a paraplanner manager role at Keystone. In his current role, he works closely with financial planners to deliver detailed research, cashflow modelling and suitability reports, supporting tailored advice across retirement planning, inheritance tax strategies and later-life solutions.

Owolabi holds a number of industry qualifications, including the CII Diploma in Financial Planning and the LIBF Diploma for Financial Advisers, reflecting his commitment to continuous professional development.

Owolabi enjoys the problem-solving aspect of his role, finding practical and effective solutions that benefit clients. He values that financial planning can help clients and their families achieve positive long-term outcomes, providing both security and peace of mind through clear, well-structured plans. At Smith and Wardle, he particularly appreciates how much the team genuinely cares about every client, always treating them as people rather than just numbers!

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Personally

I have a strong passion for financial literacy and empowering others to make informed financial decisions. I believe that understanding money is a lifelong skill and try to share what I learn with those around me.

Outside of work I deeply value time with my friends and family, whether it’s doing the simple things or sharing new experiences together. My interests include sports, world history, languages, art and literature. In my spare time you’ll find me reading a book or listening to a podcast!

In the spotlight

On an ideal weekend, you can find me:On an ideal weekend, you can find me:

Playing some sort of sport (not very well)

My favourite holiday destination is:

Anywhere sunny with a beach and my family

My favourite song to play in the car is:

To Zion – Lauryn Hill

The first album I bought was:

Fugees – The Score

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

Morpheus (from The Matrix)

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

Making conversation with strangers

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

Cheesecake

The three qualities that draw me to new people are:

Transparency, accountability and confidence

My pet peeve is:

Passive aggression

The best gift I’ve ever received is:

Life advice from my parents

The three people at my dream dinner party would be:

Desmond Tutu, Barack Obama, Wangari Maathai

The three small things that make my day better are:

Laughter, sunshine, a conversation with my family

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