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Cunningham Coates in key appointments following strategic review

Cunningham Coates senior office partner Jonathan Cunningham (right) with new appointees John Cubitt (left) and David Currie
Cunningham Coates senior office partner Jonathan Cunningham (right) with new appointees John Cubitt (left) and David Currie Cunningham Coates senior office partner Jonathan Cunningham (right) with new appointees John Cubitt (left) and David Currie

BELFAST-based investment management firm Cunningham Coates has confirmed two senior managerial appointments in the wake of a strategic review which has identified several opportunities for growth in the local market.

John Cubitt, who brings 16 years’ experience, will join the firm’s investment management team, managing portfolios on behalf of individuals, families, trusts, companies and charities. He is also well known amongst local solicitors for his extensive estate administration and wealth management experience.

David Currie brings 20 years’ experience, and his appointment will see the introduction of a new financial planning service for clients of Cunningham Coates. It will complement the firm’s existing investment management and private banking services enabling clients to take a much broader view of their financial future.

He will draw on his extensive experience of working in leading investment, consulting and professional services firms to help clients achieve their financial goals through the use of appropriate investments, pensions, employee benefits and wealth transfer strategies.

Jonathan Cunningham, senior office partner at Cunningham Coates, said: “I'm delighted to welcome both John and David to the firm.

"The name Cunningham Coates has long been associated with achieving the right results for our clients whilst at the same time offering the highest levels of personal service.

"So we are pleased to announce the addition of two widely regarded and experienced professionals to the firm and look forward to the new opportunities these appointments will present for our clients.”

With a history in Belfast stretching back almost 175 years, Cunningham Coates - which since 2002 has been part of the award-winning Smith & Williamson Group - provides investment management, financial planning and private banking services.

It employs more than 40 staff at offices in Linenhall Street.