Football, Financial Planning, and Finding the Right Fit: Stuart McDonald’s Story

Apr 18, 2025

In this discussion, Stuart McDonald, Director at Hoxton Wealth and a seasoned financial planner for footballers, shares his bold transition from a traditional firm to a dynamic environment. He highlights the growing need for international financial planning and the collaborative spirit at Hoxton. Stuart dives into the unique challenges athletes face, including the importance of financial education and community support. He emphasizes the value of mentorship and building trust in the industry, all while sharing insights on how intrapreneurship fuels personal and professional growth.

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INSIGHT

Rising Demand for International Planning

Working internationally lets advisors maintain client relationships even if clients move abroad.
The growing migration of wealthy individuals abroad fuels demand for international financial planning services.

ADVICE

Choosing the Right Firm for Growth

Joining a fast-growth firm with an international focus can accelerate career development and client service opportunities.
Choose workplaces aligned with personal ambition and future vision.

ADVICE

Harness Team Energy for Growth

Leverage the entrepreneurial environment by proposing ideas and collaborating with team members to build events and seminars.
Use collective energy and resources to accelerate growth instead of working alone.

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"I Didn’t Realise How Big This Could Be Until I Joined” - Stuart McDonald’s Story at Hoxton Wealth

In this episode of Hoxton Life, Sam Oakes heads to Liverpool to sit down with Stuart McDonald, a financial planner who made a bold move after 14 years in the industry.

Stuart left a comfortable position at a traditional firm to join Hoxton Wealth - and within just one year, he's now Director of the Liverpool office. But this isn’t just about a new job title. It’s about stepping into an environment that finally matched his ambition.

In this episode, Stuart opens up about:

Why he left his old firm after 8 years
How he built a niche working with professional footballers, coaches, and club executives
The growing demand for international financial planning - and how Hoxton makes it seamless
Why intrapreneurship at Hoxton beats going it alone
What it’s really like building a practice inside a fast-growth, supportive business

“There’s a lot of noise around athletes - my job is to help them tune it out and focus on their future,” Stuart says.

This episode is for financial planners who feel stuck. For those who want the freedom to grow, but not the stress of going solo. For the entrepreneurial thinkers who are ready to build something bigger - with the right people around them.

Watch the full episode now. And if you're curious about what intrapreneurship looks like at Hoxton, search Hoxton Life on Spotify, Apple, or YouTube.

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