Michael Covell
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Last Updated: 22 Sep 2026
Managing Director, European Private Wealth Management Division
London, GB
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Last Updated: 22 Sep 2026
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Biography
Michael Covell is an experienced non-executive Chair and Board Director with a strong background in private equity-backed, privately owned, and international financial services firms.
Currently, he is the Chair of Ascot Lloyd Group, a leading UK financial planning firm backed by Nordic Capital (formerly Oaktree); Le Masurier, a Jersey-based real estate investment and development company; and Sackville Capital, an institutional investment firm focused on private markets. In these roles, Mike works closely with shareholders and management teams to drive growth, enhance operational efficiency, and strengthen long-term strategic positioning.
Previously, Mike served as Chair of Acolin Group, a Swiss cross-border fund distribution platform supported by Sovereign Capital; Tilney Group, a UK wealth manager (3i, Permira); and Hawksford International, an offshore fiduciary and professional services firm backed by Dunedin. He has also been a non-executive Director for organisations such as The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son and the Leeds Castle Foundation, contributing to both commercial and charitable governance.
In the latter part of his executive career, Mike was with Goldman Sachs, retiring in 2008 as a Managing Director in the European Private Wealth Management division.
Prior to Goldman Sachs, he was a senior Partner at Rawlinson & Hunter, an international accountancy firm, where he established a strong foundation in tax, trust, and fiduciary advisory services.
Outside of work, Mike enjoys sports, particularly field sports and endurance events like triathlons. He was educated at Harrow School and L'Institut Britannique in Paris.
Mike lives in Dorset with his wife and their two daughters.
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Background
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2001 — 2008
Managing Director, European Private Wealth Management Division
Goldman Sachs International
Goldman Sachs' Private Wealth Management provides tailored financial services to high-net-worth individuals and families, offering investment, estate planning, and wealth preservation solutions.
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1977 — 2001
Partner
Rawlinson & Hunter
Rawlinson & Hunter is an international accountancy firm.
Formative Years
Education
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Harrow School
Areas Of Focus