Spear’s Review

Jane Sydenham is a senior investment director based in Rathbones’ London office, where she specialises in portfolio management for individuals, families and their associated trusts, charities and pension funds.

Most of her clients come to her via word of mouth or referrals from existing clients; Sydenham explains that clients are attracted to the bespoke nature of Rathbone’s portfolio management.

When it comes to investing, ‘Clarity is needed, and people really appreciate it,’ she says. ‘Whether you act ethically and with principles absolutely shapes the way everyone thinks about you. If you act with some integrity now, you’ll reap the rewards long term.’

Sydenham is a member of Rathbones’ asset allocation committee and is regularly sought out by the media for comment. She has appeared on the Today programme on BBC Radio 4, BBC World Service and Wake up to Money on BBC Radio 5. She also contributes to the Financial Times, the Times and other titles on investment issues relevant to private clients.