Delivering exceptional outcomes that last

Our People

‘We have adopted a sustainable, organic growth strategy, enabling us to cultivate a team that embodies our excellent culture and guarantees each individual is aligned with our vision. This approach allows us to be selective about the clients and sectors we engage with.’

– Josh Rix, Co-Founder of Woodhurst

We are Financial Services specialists

We are Financial Services specialists

Woodhurst consultants hold deep experience across Fintech, Retail Banking, Wealth Management, Global Markets and Operations.

Partnerships, Not Parenting

Partnerships, Not Parenting

Unlike other consulting firms, we partner with you, leaving your team equipped to sustain success. Our approach is a collaborative effort that draws out your strengths along the way.

Hand-picked consultants, for you and your needs

Hand-picked consultants, for you and your needs

We take pride in the quality of our people: they are exceptional consultants who truly understand the sector. We provide you with the knowledge and experience, without the price tag.

Meet the team

Ben is on a mission to help Woodhurst’s clients deliver even better financial solutions to their customers. When he’s not enjoying time with his two young kids, you’ll find him in his woodworking shop making a wonky table.

Ben Nadel

Co-Founder

Josh started Woodhurst to drive positive change in financial services and to create a place where people love to work. He enjoys all things sports and keeping restaurant owners on their toes.

Josh Rix

Co-Founder

Luke has always been passionate about entrepreneurial ventures.  Loves to support financial services firms innovate, whilst ensuring Woodhurst is an amazing place to work.  Obsessed with all things sport during his free time.

Luke Casey

Co-Founder

Lydia has been instrumental in shaping the firm's growth from the ground up, driving its expansion and leading key initiatives. Lydia enjoys traveling, discovering new restaurants, and running to stay active.

Lydia Coyle

Management Consultant

Maud enjoys working directly with clients to create tangible change and make a positive difference to their long-term strategies. Aside from running laps with the Woodhurst Run Club, you’ll find her practicing her headstands and seeking out London’s best gelato.

Maud Swanborough

Management Consultant

Alex is a chartered accountant and has a passion for scaling businesses. Outside of the office, Alex channels his creative side as a musician, playing in two bands.

Alex Bywater

Head of Operations

James joined Woodhurst as employee number 2 (not that he’s bitter about it …). When he’s not helping Woodhurst’s clients solve complex problems or looking after team wellbeing, you’ll find him enjoying a Katsu Curry or immersed in a cultural adventure.

James Silk

Director

Melissa is focused on all things people. She is dedicated to maintaining our culture, ensuring it thrives as we expand. She loves doing 1Rebel classes and DIY projects.

Melissa Munnich

People Lead

Mo is enthusiastic about challenging the status quo, driving meaningful change, and seeking efficiency through digital transformation. He loves finding tech solutions to enhance work, and when off duty, enjoys time with loved ones or puzzle-solving adventures.

Mokhammed Sagaev

Management Consultant

Nav thrives on solving problems and driving results, whether through partnership discussions between FIs and Fintechs or tailored delivery support for her clients. Leading the company's CSR initiative, Nav also inspires others to give back to the community

Navpreet Parmar

Management Consultant

Paniz has been with Woodhurst since its early days, enjoying the entrepreneurial culture and tackling everything from digital transformation to Muay Thai. She's always up for a challenge — so if you need someone to spar with, she’s your person.

Paniz Mojahedi

Management Consultant

Alice is a dedicated financial services consultant with a passion for helping clients navigate complex financial landscapes. In her spare time, Alice enjoys spending time with family, friends and staying active.

Alice Foley

Management Consultant

Lottie has played a crucial role in driving digital transformation within the financial services industry, while also driving marketing efforts for Woodhurst and SHIFT. In her spare time, she enjoys Pilates and barre, sipping on a matcha, or pretending she’s a food blogger.

Lottie Maddocks

Management Consultant

Sami’s enthusiasm for technology and entrepreneurship fuels his drive to innovate within financial services. When he’s not working, you’ll find him exploring new countries, playing padel, and learning new dishes.

Sami Jabbar

Management Consultant

With a background in financial services consulting, Cait joined the Woodhurst team to support clients in their digital transformation journeys and enable the shift to more sustainable and inclusive financial service offerings. Outside of this, you will find her training for a triathlon or seeking out London's best events.

Cait O'Regan

Management Consultant

Lewis empowers firms of all sizes by combining his business education, technical competence, and data-science expertise. If not in the office, he’s spotted in the gym, at a bar, or meandering through the countryside

Lewis Farrell

Management Consultant

Jake is an ambitious consultant with a knack for turning complexity into clarity and solving tough client challenges. Known for delivering top-tier results, he’s as passionate about mental health initiatives as he is about spinning techno tracks on the decks in his spare time.

Jake Connor

Management Consultant

Jamie is a driven consultant passionate about progressing finance forward – whether by supporting the transformation of established financial institutions or empowering startup Fintechs through SHIFT. Outside of work, you’ll find him on the bouldering wall, sipping a cold IPA, or deep in a house music set.

Jamie Dawood

Management Consultant

Gaby is a management consultant who crafts data and AI strategies that help clients thrive in the digital age. When she's not at her desk, she's off exploring the world, preferably lounging on a beach.

Gabriella Dixon

Management Consultant

Will is a dynamic consultant who’s cultivated deep relationships across financial services and aided institutions to modernise with his wealth of consulting experience. When outside the office you’ll find him mixing some disco house on his decks, cooking up a storm in the kitchen, or in the middle of the Alps on a multi-day hike.

Will Brooks

Management Consultant

Originally from New Zealand, Lucy is a proactive and collaborative consultant who loves contributing to meaningful change. Outside of work, she’s often traveling somewhere new, finding new restaurants with friends, or trying a new side quest.

Lucy Clarke

Management Consultant

Sam is a data expert with a track record of transforming financial institutions through forward-thinking data programmes. When he’s not immersed in data, Sam can be found lost in a sci-fi novel or creating music with his collection of instruments.

Sam Spacey

Management Consultant

Arravin is a passionate Management Consultant with experience across the financial services industry, specialising in business analysis and Agile project delivery. Outside of work, he can often be found doing something active, whether that's training for fitness events or playing sports.

Arravin Jeyakarunakaran

Management Consultant

Philip is a pragmatic consultant who thrives on guiding financial services clients through complex digital journeys with clarity and precision. When not working Philip enjoys cooking, or searching London for its finest pubs.

Phillip Barge

Management Consultant

Charles is a seasoned technology consultant within financial services. He has a passion for process improvement and optimising efficiency which does not stop at the office. In his spare time you will find Charles either exploring areas he's never been or at Tuesday night 6-a-side football with friends.

Charles Agunbiade

Management Consultant

Ahmad helps financial services firms drive efficiency and growth through data-driven strategies. With insurance experience, he now supports building societies, banks, and specialist lenders. A Formula 1 fan and music lover, he enjoys playing guitar, drums, and attending live gigs.

Ahmad Al-Tahhan

Management Consultant

Clara is focused on fintech-incubator Ignite, where she helps fintech founders to grow their businesses, and also heads up the Shift Open Finance Community. Outside of work, she loves animals, and is an avid bookworm.

Clara Balon

Management Consultant

Our Values Define Us

Our values embody everything that we currently are, and everything that we seek to be. With people at our core, it is not just the collective firm itself which must demonstrate these values, but also every individual that represents Woodhurst.

    Back yourself. Back each other.

    Paniz Mojahedi - Management Consultant

    At Woodhurst, this isn't just another buzzword, it's our reality. Feeling empowered enables us to help clients solve problems. Beyond that, it means building the skills to enable clients to solve problems themselves, foster a culture of self-sufficiency, whilst building long-lasting relationships based on mutual trust and growth.

      Don’t filter the truth.

      Maud Swanborough - Management Consultant

      This is about remaining open to everyone’s thoughts and ideas. Encouraging each other to share new insights enables us to fully embrace our multi-skilled team and tap into the specific knowledge of each individual. With no barriers to new ideas, openness and honesty allows us to build on something unique and make an impact the Woodhurst Way.

        Be bold. Think Different.

        Mokhammed Sagaev - Management Consultant

        For me, this value encapsulates our commitment to challenge the status quo and finding ways to enhance our processes and methodologies, it's not just about doing things differently; it's about doing them better.

          Treat others how they want to be treated.

          Navpreet Parmar - Management Consultant

          For me, this value is about learning about each other's strengths, personalities and communication styles. This has helped me build stronger relationships full of support, respect and empathy for others.

            Work Together For the Better.

            Lottie Maddocks - Management Consultant

            The ethos of working together comes alive in our monthly "Woodhurst Discusses" sessions and team retrospectives which encourage shared knowledge and help to drive our continuous growth.

            Charles is a seasoned technology consultant within financial services. He has a passion for process improvement and optimising efficiency which does not stop at the office. In his spare time you will find Charles either exploring areas he's never been or at Tuesday night 6-a-side football with friends.

            Charles Agunbiade

            Management Consultant