Your Team
Expertise That Moves With You
Your Team
Expertise That Moves With You
Chris Keeling
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A UK chartered financial planner, Chris has worked in the financial services sector since 2008, holding roles at Lloyds TSB, Standard Chartered, and HSBC before moving into independent wealth management in 2015. Before founding Metis, Chris played a significant role in the Middle East expansion of The Fry Group, a Financial Times Top 100 firm with over a century of experience in wealth management. His reputation as a trusted adviser has been built on a clear, client-first approach, delivering financial strategies that are transparent, structured, and built to last.
Outside of Metis, Chris sits on the board of directors for the British Chamber of Commerce in Abu Dhabi and heads the financial services sector for the group, advising UK businesses on entering the UAE market.
Alex Salter
Head of Commercial Development
& Senior Financial Planner
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Alex began his career in wealth management in 2013 and has since held various roles before moving into client advisory, working with wealthy individuals and families. Based in the UAE since 2014, he has deep expertise in advising globally mobile clients on growing and protecting their wealth. Before joining Metis, he was part of the original team that helped establish The Fry Group’s Middle East office, along with several of Metis’s current leaders, which was a Financial Times Top 100 advice firm before its acquisition.
Alongside his advisory role, Alex leads Metis’s commercial development, driving the firm’s growth. Known for his strength in client acquisition and business development, he has a proven record of building lasting relationships.
Chris Davies
Head of Financial Planning
& Senior Financial Planner
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Christopher is a Chartered Financial Planner with over a decade of experience advising internationally mobile families. At Metis, he leads the financial planning team, helping clients gain clarity, confidence, and control over their wealth.
His expertise lies in integrating a deep knowledge of financial planning with tax planning and estate structuring, ensuring every strategy is holistic and outcomes-focused. Christopher is passionate about delivering evidence-based advice that protects families, grows wealth efficiently, and provides peace of mind
Peter Webb
Head of Tax
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With more than 25 years of experience in UK tax planning, Peter specialises in advising non-residents and expatriates with financial ties to the UK. He provides bespoke guidance to help clients manage their exposure to UK taxes and structure their wealth with confidence.
Known for his ability to simplify complexity, Peter combines deep technical expertise with a practical, client-focused approach. His reputation as a leading authority in tax-led wealth management makes him a trusted adviser to families navigating cross-border financial challenges.
Czyrine Mabini
Operations Manager
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Czyrine is an accomplished leader in operations and people management with almost two decades in the financial services industry. After earning her degree in Legal Management in 2007, she began her career in Dubai, helping early-stage businesses evolve into efficient, well-structured organisations.
At Metis, she oversees daily operations, supports business strategy, and implements scalable systems that enable sustainable growth. Recognised for her calm leadership, attention to detail, and hands-on approach, Czyrine fosters a high-performing environment that allows both colleagues and clients to achieve lasting success.
Kevin Atterbury
UAE Non-Executive Director
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Kevin Atterbury is a seasoned financial services executive with a focus on strategic growth, regulatory governance, and wealth management. He has recently concluded a role as Head of Offshore Wealth Distribution at Morningstar, where from 2019 to 2024, he managed sales for wealth propositions outside the US and UK, led the Senior Management Team, and played a key role in regulatory compliance and branch restructuring under DFSA regulations.
Before Morningstar, Kevin served as Assistant Vice President at the Dubai International Financial Centre Authority from 2016 to 2019, where he was pivotal in attracting significant wealth and asset management firms, navigating them through DFSA regulatory processes. His earlier career included wealth management roles with HSBC, AES International, and Standard Chartered Bank in the UAE.
Philippe Mathijs
UAE Non-Executive Director
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Philippe Mathijs is a distinguished executive coach and leadership consultant with nearly 30 years of international experience. Specialising in Business, Risk, and IT, he empowers leaders and organisations through transformative coaching.
Philippe holds an MBA, is a Certified Executive Coach (CEC), and a Professional Certified Coach (PCC), with an Executive Certificate in Strategy and Innovation from MIT Sloan. He has over 7,500 coaching hours and has trained at the Centre for Executive Coaching and Tony Robbins Coaching Academy. Philippe
Josh Mason
Adviser to the Board
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Josh holds an Honours Degree in Economics & Spanish, becoming a Chartered Accountant with Ernst & Young. Other experience includes Management Consultancy and Auditing within Financial Services including global Banks, Hedge Funds, and IFA’s. Josh oversees Regatta’s finance function as well as designing and delivering the strategic growth plan of the business.
Compliance Officer & MLRO
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Chris Keeling
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A UK chartered financial planner, Chris has worked in the financial services sector since 2008, holding roles at Lloyds TSB, Standard Chartered, and HSBC before moving into independent wealth management in 2015. Before founding Metis, Chris played a significant role in the Middle East expansion of The Fry Group, a Financial Times Top 100 firm with over a century of experience in wealth management. His reputation as a trusted adviser has been built on a clear, client-first approach, delivering financial strategies that are transparent, structured, and built to last.
Outside of Metis, Chris sits on the board of directors for the British Chamber of Commerce in Abu Dhabi and heads the financial services sector for the group, advising UK businesses on entering the UAE market.
Alex Salter
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Alex started his career in wealth management shortly after graduating from college in 2013 and has since worked in various roles within the industry before transitioning into a client-facing role, where he advises wealthy individuals and families. Alex has been based in the UAE since 2014 and has extensive knowledge of globally mobile families and the advice required to help them grow and protect their wealth.
Alongside his advisory work, Alex leads the commercial development of Metis, focusing on the firm’s growth. Known for his expertise in client acquisition and business development, Alex also has a proven record of building lasting client relationships. Before joining Meits, he worked with a highly regarded international wealth management business, where he established his reputation for both technical insight and commercial acumen.
Christopher Davies
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Christopher is a Chartered Financial Planner with over a decade of experience advising internationally mobile families. At Metis, he leads the financial planning team, helping clients gain clarity, confidence, and control over their wealth.
His expertise lies in integrating a deep knowledge of financial planning with tax planning and estate structuring, ensuring every strategy is holistic and outcomes-focused. Christopher is passionate about delivering evidence-based advice that protects families, grows wealth efficiently, and provides peace of mind
Chris Keeling
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With more than 25 years of experience in UK tax planning, Peter specialises in advising non-residents and expatriates with financial ties to the UK. He provides bespoke guidance to help clients manage their exposure to UK taxes and structure their wealth with confidence.
Known for his ability to simplify complexity, Peter combines deep technical expertise with a practical, client-focused approach. His reputation as a leading authority in tax-led wealth management makes him a trusted adviser to families navigating cross-border financial challenges.
Czyrine Mabini
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Czyrine is an accomplished leader in operations and people management with almost two decades in the financial services industry. After earning her degree in Legal Management in 2007, she began her career in Dubai, helping early-stage businesses evolve into efficient, well-structured organisations.
At Metis, she oversees daily operations, supports business strategy, and implements scalable systems that enable sustainable growth. Recognised for her calm leadership, attention to detail, and hands-on approach, Czyrine fosters a high-performing environment that allows both colleagues and clients to achieve lasting success.
Alex Salter
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Alex started his career in wealth management shortly after graduating from college in 2013 and has since worked in various roles within the industry before transitioning into a client-facing role, where he advises wealthy individuals and families. Alex has been based in the UAE since 2014 and has extensive knowledge of globally mobile families and the advice required to help them grow and protect their wealth.
Alongside his advisory work, Alex leads the commercial development of Metis, focusing on the firm’s growth. Known for his expertise in client acquisition and business development, Alex also has a proven record of building lasting client relationships. Before joining Meits, he worked with a highly regarded international wealth management business, where he established his reputation for both technical insight and commercial acumen.
Christopher Davies
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Christopher is a Chartered Financial Planner with over a decade of experience advising internationally mobile families. At Metis, he leads the financial planning team, helping clients gain clarity, confidence, and control over their wealth.
His expertise lies in integrating a deep knowledge of financial planning with tax planning and estate structuring, ensuring every strategy is holistic and outcomes-focused. Christopher is passionate about delivering evidence-based advice that protects families, grows wealth efficiently, and provides peace of mind
Chris Keeling
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With more than 25 years of experience in UK tax planning, Peter specialises in advising non-residents and expatriates with financial ties to the UK. He provides bespoke guidance to help clients manage their exposure to UK taxes and structure their wealth with confidence.
Known for his ability to simplify complexity, Peter combines deep technical expertise with a practical, client-focused approach. His reputation as a leading authority in tax-led wealth management makes him a trusted adviser to families navigating cross-border financial challenges.
Czyrine Mabini
Read Bio
Czyrine is an accomplished leader in operations and people management with almost two decades in the financial services industry. After earning her degree in Legal Management in 2007, she began her career in Dubai, helping early-stage businesses evolve into efficient, well-structured organisations.
At Metis, she oversees daily operations, supports business strategy, and implements scalable systems that enable sustainable growth. Recognised for her calm leadership, attention to detail, and hands-on approach, Czyrine fosters a high-performing environment that allows both colleagues and clients to achieve lasting success.
Lisa Finnigan
Compliance Officer & MLRO
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Chris Keeling
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A UK chartered financial planner, Chris has worked in the financial services sector since 2008, holding roles at Lloyds TSB, Standard Chartered, and HSBC before moving into independent wealth management in 2015. Before founding Metis, Chris played a significant role in the Middle East expansion of The Fry Group, a Financial Times Top 100 firm with over a century of experience in wealth management. His reputation as a trusted adviser has been built on a clear, client-first approach, delivering financial strategies that are transparent, structured, and built to last.
Outside of Metis, Chris sits on the board of directors for the British Chamber of Commerce in Abu Dhabi and heads the financial services sector for the group, advising UK businesses on entering the UAE market.
Philippe Mathijs
UAE Non-Executive Director
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Philippe Mathijs is a distinguished executive coach and leadership consultant with nearly 30 years of international experience. Specialising in Business, Risk, and IT, he empowers leaders and organisations through transformative coaching.
Philippe holds an MBA, is a Certified Executive Coach (CEC), and a Professional Certified Coach (PCC), with an Executive Certificate in Strategy and Innovation from MIT Sloan. He has over 7,500 coaching hours and has trained at the Centre for Executive Coaching and Tony Robbins Coaching Academy. Philippe
Josh Mason
Adviser to the Board
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Josh holds an Honours Degree in Economics & Spanish, becoming a Chartered Accountant with Ernst & Young. Other experience includes Management Consultancy and Auditing within Financial Services including global Banks, Hedge Funds, and IFA’s. Josh oversees Regatta’s finance function as well as designing and delivering the strategic growth plan of the business.
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A passion to constantly improve ourselves, our knowledge and our client’s journey with us.
Our clients are members of Metis. That means long term relationships, pro-active planning and a deep understanding of each member’s personal financial journey.
Metis is the next step, a boutique firm designed from the ground up to provide unbiased, strategic and forward thinking tax and financial planning advice. With a fee based model, no commissions and a fully licensed and regulated operation under the DFSA.
We do what others don’t, put the client first – always.
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