Our Team

At Chilvester Financial, our team is our greatest asset. These are the fantastic people who are here to support you every step of the way.

Talk With An Expert

For a friendly chat with our team, call us on 0800 368 7650. We’re here Monday to Thursday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM and Friday, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

Andy Tottman, Managing Director and Financial Planner at Chilvester Financial

Andy Tottman

Managing Director, Financial Planner

Andy is the Managing Director at Chilvester Financial. He typically advises business owners and senior managers on their personal finances.

When not at work, Andy enjoys physical activities and entering challenging events, and can often be seen at the local clubs and charities that Chilvester sponsor.

Sam Binstead, Director and Chartered Financial Planner at Chilvester Financial

Sam Binstead

Director, Chartered Financial Planner

Sam is a Chartered Financial Planner and chairs our Investment Committee. His key area of interest is retirement planning and working with business owners.

Sam is an avid reader and enjoys spending time outdoors with his family and two dogs. When not in the office, he can usually be found out running, or riding a motorcycle.

Darren Broomfield

Senior Financial Planner

Darren joined Chilvester with the acquisition of Sovereign Asset Management in 2022, bringing a wealth of experience and knowledge.

He enjoys holidays and travelling with his family, touring on his motorcycle, and keeping fit.

Simon Foreman, Financial Planner at Chilvester Financial

Simon Foreman

Financial Planner

Simon joined the team back in 2005. He specialises in later life planning and also asset sharing on divorce. Simon went to school and college in Surrey before joining British Gas when he was seventeen, and spent time travelling the world with them.

Outside of work he enjoys running, swimming and general fitness. He also likes reading and is a keen follower of F1.

Jessica Tottman

Operations & Systems Manager

Jess ensures that everything in Chilvester runs smoothly. She has a wealth of experience working with both large corporates and small businesses within the public and private sector.

When not in the office, Jess loves to spend time with family and friends. She enjoys entertaining and exercise. She can often be seen with her husband Andy running or cycling, normally a good mile behind him!

Shane Lucas

Advice Team Manager

Shane has over 20 years of experience within financial services and previously worked for a consumer champion organisation. Shane ensures that our advisers have our clients best interests at the heart of everything we do.

Away from work he enjoys spending time with his family, cooking, and walking his two French Bulldogs Dexter & Barney.

Ian Stone

Compliance Manager

Ian's primary role is to ensure we have the processes and procedures in place to make sure our clients receive financial advice they can trust.

Outside of work you’ll find Ian on plane, he loves to travel – a perk of having a wife that works for an airline! He also enjoys playing cricket for Calne Cricket Club and also spends time cycling and skiing.

Nickie Binstead

Accounts Manager

Liam Leighfield

Trainee Financial Planner

Cheryllyn Gaspar

New Business Administrator

Danielle Hill

New Business Administrator

Kerry Hawkins

Client Servicing Administrator

Hugh Ashley

Client Servicing Administrator