
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Awards, regarded as the “Oscars of the private client industry”. One of the reasons the Awards stand out is due to an extremely robust and truly independent judging process, which runs over six months preceding the awards and consists of a number of phases. Firms and practitioners around the world look to these Awards as setting the standard for excellence within the industry.
The first Awards took place in 2006 at the Grosvenor House Hotel, which saw host John Humphrys announce the standout individuals and firms in the private client arena. Since then the Awards have gone from strength to strength with entries and global participation increasing each year. 2024 saw a record-breaking 350 submissions received from across 28 countries and more than 500 attendees celebrating at the Park Plaza Hotel in London, UK.
What makes the Private Client Awards stand out?
The STEP Private Client Awards are seen as the hallmark of quality within the private client industry. Open globally to both STEP members and non-members, these prestigious Awards were created to celebrate and champion the highest standards in the private client community.

How does winning a STEP Private Client Award impact your career?
Hear from two past winners…

“The Private Client Awards have, over the last 20 years, become the hallmark of excellence for advisors that help families plan for their future. A highlight of the STEP calendar, these awards give us the opportunity to demonstrate the best in the industry, and admire their resilience, adaptability and innovation.”
Mark Walley, Chief Executive, STEP