Gallagher Benefits Consulting has appointed Paul Kiely as director of private client services - a role in which he will develop and expand the south and southeastern UK region, including London. 

Kiely's appointment reflects the heightened demand for wealth management services, particularly within the retirement and investment planning sectors, the firm said. Kiely will also recruit new consultants as part of the firm’s ongoing growth strategy.

Previously, Kiely was a senior consultant at London-listed insurer Jardine Lloyd Thompson, as well as having held a private banking role at Kleinwort Benson. His specialities include retirement planning, retirement options, investment planning and risk management, estate planning and protection.