Zahra Sheikh — Financial Adviser in Glasgow
About Zahra Sheikh
Zahra Sheikh is a Wealth Management Consultant at Mattioli Woods with eight years’ experience in financial services. She began her career in actuarial science before joining the firm in 2023. Her analytical background gives her a strong technical foundation, but it is the human side of financial advice that she finds most rewarding. Zahra’s perspective on money was shaped early in life. When her parents paid off their mortgage, she saw first-hand how financial planning could create something more valuable than wealth alone: choice and freedom. That experience continues to influence her approach today. She believes financial planning is not about restriction, but about creating options for the future. She combines detailed technical analysis with a genuinely personal approach, taking time to understand what matters to each client and helping them navigate important life events, from buying a home and building a family to preparing for retirement or managing loss. Zahra has a particular interest in complex planning, working with high-net-worth individuals and business owners and developing carefully structured strategies around their circumstances and objectives. She also advises on Sharia-compliant financial planning, supported by her Islamic Finance Qualification (IFQ). For Zahra, trust and integrity are fundamental to good advice. She believes that even when formal advice is not required, providing clarity and value can make a lasting difference. Outside work, Zahra enjoys cooking, travelling and volunteering in her local community, supporting charitable causes close to her heart.
Services
- Retirement planning
- IHT planning
- Sharia-compliant advice
- Mortgages
- Insurance
Specialisations
- Retirement Planning
- Tax Planning
- Sharia-Compliant Investment
- Investment Management
- Business & Exit Planning
- Pension Planning
Qualifications
Diploma in Financial Planning (CII) Islamic Finance Qualification (CISI)
Regulation
Zahra Sheikh is FCA-verified (firm: Mattioli Woods).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Zahra Sheikh an FCA-regulated financial adviser?
Yes. Zahra Sheikh is FCA-regulated and verified by Trusted Advisor. We re-check every adviser's FCA status regularly to make sure their authorisation to give regulated advice is current.
What services does Zahra Sheikh offer?
Zahra Sheikh offers Retirement planning, IHT planning, Sharia-compliant advice, Mortgages. You can see the full list of services on this profile, or book a free initial call to discuss your situation in more detail.
How much does it cost to use Zahra Sheikh?
Fees vary depending on the service, the complexity of your situation and the assets involved. Zahra Sheikh will explain all fees clearly before you commit to anything, and the initial consultation booked through Trusted Advisor is free.
What is the difference between an independent and a network financial adviser?
Zahra Sheikh is an independent financial adviser, which means they can recommend products from across the whole of the UK market without being tied to any single provider. This generally allows for more impartial advice.
How do I book a consultation with Zahra Sheikh?
Click "Book a Consultation" on this page to choose a time that suits you. The first call is free and there's no obligation. If you'd prefer, you can also message Zahra Sheikh directly through the contact form.
Does Zahra Sheikh work with clients outside Glasgow?
Many of the advisers on Trusted Advisor work with UK clients remotely as well as in person. Zahra Sheikh is based in Glasgow but you can confirm preferred meeting locations and video options when you book your initial call.