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Rahela Akhter BSc (Hons), Prince2

Associate and Client Development Manager
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Rahela manages Barnett Waddingham’s professional network programme which includes planned initiatives with independent trustees and law firms.

She oversees all referrals to and from our professional network and relationship management with select trustee and law firms. 

Rahela’s main role is supporting Barnett Waddingham’s client retention and business growth objectives through leading on key projects and initiatives. She works with teams delivering new business and projects, as well as working closely with key stakeholders to build broader objective strategies and activities.

Significant experience:

  • Dedicated business and account development professional
  • Advocate of cross selling and change management agent
  • Relationship management with a focus on business growth
  • Management of a wide variety of projects 
  • Coaching individuals and teams 

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Career

Rahela graduated from the London School of Economics with a BSc (Hons) in Sociology. She has worked in the pensions industry for over 17 years, having joined Barnett Waddingham in 2015. Through her career, she has gained a wealth of client and business development experience within the financial and professional services field.

Memberships

Rahela is a qualified Prince2 practitioner.

Interests

Having an energetic toddler keeps Rahela very active and busy! She enjoys health and fitness (namely HIIT sessions), going on long scenic drives (with someone other than herself driving), cooking, spending time with family and friends and travelling.