Introduction
Navigating unique challenges
Whether you’re navigating a period of change, building and protecting wealth, or aligning your finances with your values, we take the time to understand what matters most to you.
We work with you to create a strategy that supports your independence, ambitions, and long‑term wellbeing, delivering thoughtful wealth management for women at every stage.
Our team understands these journeys, not just professionally, but personally. We are proudly led by a female CEO, and women make up over 60% of our firm, shaping how we listen, advise and support our clients every day.
How we help
Women with Wealth Management
Career Progression or Promotion
A promotion is a milestone moment, and while it’s a positive step forward, it can also bring new challenges around tax planning, lifestyle choices, retirement plans, and long‑term planning.
Whether you’ve just made partner at a law firm or are considering how best to manage surplus income, each career milestone brings new financial considerations.
We help you align financial progress with your personal values as your responsibilities grow.
Divorce or Separation
Separation or divorce is a time of significant change, one that often has an effect on finances.
We’ll take the time to understand what matters most to you, whether you’re preparing for negotiations, reviewing settlement options or implementing agreements.
Wherever you are in the process, we’ll support you in building a plan that reflects your life, values and aspirations for the future.
Caregiving, Career Breaks & Return to Work
Whether you’ve stepped back to care for loved ones, or you’re preparing to return to work, these moments often bring complex financial questions alongside practical and emotional change.
We help you understand the impact of time away on long‑term financial security, rebuild confidence around income and pensions, and create a plan that supports flexibility as you transition back into work.
Becoming Employee Owned or Selling a Business
Your business exit is more than a financial milestone; it’s the beginning of what comes next.
Whether you’re considering a sale to a third party, a family transition, or the benefits of an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), we bring first‑hand experience and thoughtful guidance, so your wealth supports the freedom, security and choices you want for the next chapter of your life.
*Investing places your capital at risk and the values of investments can go down as well as up. Cashflow and Tax Planning are not regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
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Purpose‑Led
Sustainable Investing for Women
Women are increasingly shaping the future of investing, choosing to align their wealth with their values, not just financial outcomes. Research shows that 71% of women consider sustainability when making investment decisions, compared with 58% of men, highlighting the leading role women are playing in driving ethical and responsible investing forward.
Rather than focusing solely on short-term returns, many women take a more considered, long-term view, asking not only “Will this grow?” but “What does this support?” and “What kind of future does it help create?”
We believe sustainable investing should be both intentional and evidence based. That’s why we offer a range of portfolios, designed to reflect different levels of values alignment, without compromising long-term financial discipline.
Our Responsible Portfolio (PNr) – Integrates ESG considerations into a diversified, long-term approach and is now the preferred choice for many clients.
Our Intentional Portfolio (PNi) – Targets high conviction investments designed to deliver clear social and environmental impact.
Whichever route you choose, our approach starts with what matters to you, combining clarity, confidence and purpose with a robust investment framework.
Ready to talk about the future?
We are here to support you. Reach out today to start building a clearer, more secure financial future.
Values
Why Choose Paradigm Norton?
With an experienced team who are dedicated to providing the highest level of service, you’re in safe hands.
When you work with us, we take the time to understand your goals and priorities, ensuring every investment decision is made with clarity, confidence and purpose.
As one of the largest independent financial planning companies in England, serving more than 1,000 clients, we’re not just Chartered Financial Planners… we’re tried and tested financial partners.
Money matters, but life matters more. Our motto bleeds into everything that we do, from connecting you to responsible investment strategies to enabling you to build a brighter future, with a lighter footprint.
As a Certified B Corporation®, we balance profit with purpose, people and the environment.
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Conversations on Money & Meaning
Women’s wealth is more than numbers. It shapes choices, opportunities, and identity. In this series, we sit down with four remarkable clients to explore their evolving relationships with money.
Through candid conversations, they share how financial success has reshaped their purpose, unlocked new possibilities, and challenged their mindsets.
Team
Looking for a female adviser?
Talk to us today to discover how thoughtful wealth management can support you at every stage of life.
Hannah Nolan
Senior Financial Planner
Katie Wright
Senior Financial Planner
Farida Hassanali
Client Manager
Mia Smith
Senior Financial Planner
Chelsea Holmes
Client Manager
Caroline Leech
Client Manager
Sally Matthews
Client Manager
Tracey Reed
Regional Director
Webinar
Life is a Revolution
Women’s lives are rarely linear, and neither are their financial journeys. ‘Life is a Revolution’ is our four-part webinar series exploring the life moments that matter most, and how thoughtful financial planning can support what comes next.
Free financial planning resources
Helpful tools and guides to start planning your financial future with confidence.
Questions
Women in Wealth FAQs
We think about financial planning differently. Rather than something you put off, or something that feels too big or too hard to start, we think planning for your future can and should be embraced and prioritised.
What is the best investment plan for a woman?
The best investment plan is one that fits your life, not someone else’s. It should reflect your goals, time horizons, values, and the realities of how your life may change over time. There’s no universal “best” approach, but there is a right plan for you, built thoughtfully, reviewed regularly, and adjusted as life evolves. That’s where personalised advice makes all the difference.
Should women invest differently from men?
Women don’t need different investments, but they often benefit from different conversations. Women’s financial lives are more likely to include career breaks, longer life expectancy, and changing priorities over time. We’ll work with you to help you make informed decisions that suit your goals and circumstances.
Best wealth management tips for women
There’s no single formula, but a few principles consistently make a difference when it comes to wealth management for women:
- Start early, but don’t let “starting late” stop you
- Keep your finances under regular review, especially after life changes
- Make sure pensions, investments and protection work together, not in isolation
- Ask questions until you feel comfortable and informed
At Paradigm Norton, we believe the most important thing is seeking advice that recognises your life as it really is, not as a straight line.
What is the gender pension gap in the UK?
The gender pension gap refers to the difference between the average pension income or pension wealth of men and women in retirement. It reflects a range of factors across a woman’s working life, including differences in pay, working patterns, time taken out of employment for caring responsibilities, and access to workplace pension contributions. Understanding how these factors interact is an important step in planning for long‑term financial security.
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