Online brokerage firms · Leeds, United Kingdom

Redmayne Bentley

Independent British investment management, stockbroking and financial planning firm founded in 1875, with over 25 offices across the UK and headquartered in Leeds.

About Redmayne Bentley

Redmayne Bentley, investment management and stockbroking since 1875

Redmayne Bentley is an independent British firm dedicated to investment management, stockbroking and financial planning. Founded by John Redmayne in 1875, the firm presents itself as one of the UK's largest independent firms in its field and operates from more than 25 offices nationwide. Its head office is in Leeds, and the firm also has a presence in London.

The company celebrated its 150th anniversary on 5 December 2025, a milestone it uses to highlight the continuity of its history and its accumulated experience in wealth advice.

Areas of activity

Redmayne Bentley's offering is structured around three main lines: investment management, financial planning and stockbroking.

  • Investment management: includes managed portfolios, retirement planning and transferring portfolios from other providers. The firm sets out its approach, its investment process and its fee structure.
  • Financial planning: covers inheritance tax (IHT) planning and pension consolidation.
  • Stockbroking: comprises execution-only stockbroking, advice on stocks and shares, investing through an ISA, investing for retirement and investing for children.

The firm also offers access to share prices, company research, market news and a range of publications and newsletters on the stock market.

Client profile and relationship model

Redmayne Bentley serves both discretionary investment management clients and execution-only stockbroking clients. The testimonials on its website come from clients in various UK cities, such as Cork, Brighton, Leeds and Manchester, and describe a relationship based on personal attention, telephone availability and advice. The firm also works with intermediaries and offers services through its local offices.

Structure and corporate governance

Redmayne Bentley LLP is a limited liability partnership registered in England and Wales with number OC344361. Its registered office is at 3 Wellington Place, Leeds LS1 4AP. The firm is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and is a member of the London Stock Exchange. It has a Main Board that sets strategy and an Executive Board responsible for day-to-day operational management. The main control committees — audit, risk oversight and remuneration, nominations and governance — are chaired by members of the Main Board.

The leadership team includes Ian Cordwell as Chairman, Stuart Davis as Chief Executive Officer, Nick Bettison as Director, James S. Andrews as Director of Investment Management and David Loudon and Nemone Wynn-Evans as Non-executive Directors. Stuart Davis joined the firm in 1991 and took on the executive leadership after a career in accountancy and stockbroking; Nick Bettison, also with the firm since 1991, is a board member of PIMFA and responsible for business and branch development.

Publications and market analysis

The firm publishes analysis and bulletins on the main themes shaping the investment landscape, as well as a selection of stock market publications and newsletters. Its educational content includes commentary by Morven Whyte, Investment Manager, on financial planning throughout life, based on more than 30 years of experience helping clients achieve their financial goals.

Recognition and stated values

The company states that it has achieved a Net Promoter Score and affirms that its values — excellence, integrity, responsibility, respect and teamwork — have been recognised by industry experts. It also holds Investors in People (IIP) certification and publishes reports such as its gender pay gap report and fair value assessment.

Location and contact

3 Wellington Place, Leeds LS1 4AP

In brief

Investment management and stockbroking