Walter Melville

Originally from the Eastern Cape, I began my professional career in the hospitality industry, working within the fine dining sector in Franschhoek after completing my university studies. The disruption caused by COVID-19 prompted me to reassess my long-term career goals and pursue a career in financial planning.

In September 2021, I began studying towards my Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning through Milpark Education while joining Finmap Financial Services in Port Elizabeth. During my time there, I gained experience across a broad range of financial planning disciplines, including investments, tax planning, retirement planning, risk management, and estate planning. I spent two years working as a paraplanner before progressing into a client-facing advisory role managing client portfolios.

Along the way, I completed my Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning and obtained my RE5 qualification, further strengthening my technical expertise and commitment to the profession.

I joined Holborn with the goal of establishing myself within the Western Cape market and expanding my ability to provide offshore wealth management solutions for high-net-worth individuals. I am passionate about building long-term relationships with clients and helping them make informed financial decisions through holistic, goals-based financial planning.