Partners

Kevin Hancock

Kevin Hancock LLB (Hons) CTA EA

Tax Partner

After gaining a degree in Law, I started my career in the City of London specialising in private client taxation, before working in a number of larger international firms gaining experience in the taxation of large multi-national companies, corporate restructuring and international tax. I then moved into a senior position locally dealing with all aspects of UK taxation before joining Humphrey & Co in 2011. I am a Chartered Tax Adviser (CTA) and as well as heading up the tax department at Humphrey & Co providing technical advice on all aspects of UK direct taxation and VAT, I am also a qualified US tax practitioner (being authorised to represent taxpayers before the Internal Revenue Service as an Enrolled Agent).

  • What do you like most about your job? Problem-solving, constant challenges
  • What's your best quality? A good sense of humour, technically proficient
  • Last meal on earth? A hot curry
  • What essential item would you take to a desert island? My music collection
  • Perfect day? Spending time with my family
    Lewis Hampton

    Lewis Hampton FCA CTA

    Partner

    I joined Humphrey & Co in 2010 and qualified as a Chartered Accountant and Chartered Tax Adviser in 2011 and 2017 respectively. I am based in the Eastbourne office and act for a broad range of clients located in different areas of the UK.

    I take a proactive approach to assisting clients to ensure they are best prepared to operate their business in the most tax efficient manner. I have a special interest in individuals and corporate bodies associated with the Lloyd’s of London insurance market and provide a number of specialist services including auditing, valuations and tax advisory and compliance. Due to the evolving legislation relating to property taxes, I have also gained a specialist interest in advising clients on property transactions, including property investors and developers.

    • What's your best quality? Very motivated
    • Secret skill? I'm a great Best Man!
    • What essential item would you take to a desert island? Water
    • Perfect day? Nice breakfast, a day in the sun / at the beach
    • If you could be an animal what would you be? An elephant (they're big and they never forget)
      Craig Manser

      Craig Manser BSc (Hons) FCA

      Partner

      I joined Humphrey & Co in 2004 having completed a degree in Physics and Mathematics at Keele University. I qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2008. I enjoy acting for a wide range of businesses from sole traders to large companies. I have an interest in legal sector clients with a particular specialism in the tax affairs of Barristers.

      • What do you like most about your job? Interacting with clients and staff
      • What's your best quality? A keen eye for detail
      • Secret skill? Golf - current handicap 5 at Eastbourne Downs Golf Club
      • Favourite film? Back to the Future
      • If you could be an animal what would you be? Lion!

        Consultants

        Andrew Robinson

        Andrew Robinson BA (Hons) ACA

        Consultant

        I joined Humphrey & Co in 1983 after graduating from Leeds University with a degree in Modern Languages. I qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1986,  became a partner in 1989 and I have been a consultant of the firm since 1 May 2024. I am based in the Eastbourne office but a good proportion of my clients are based in London and other parts of the UK. I have a special interest in insurance related businesses with particular emphasis on individuals and corporate bodies associated with the Lloyd's of London insurance market.

        • What do you like most about your job? The people, clients and colleagues
        • What's your best quality? Putting the client's interests first
        • Favourite film? Live & Let Die (..and not because of Jane Seymour!)
        • What essential item would you take to a desert island? A flare
        • If you could be an animal what would you be? A lion

          Managers

          Dan Earl

          Dan Earl BA (Hons) ACA

          Client Manager

          I achieved my BA Honours degree in Accounting and Finance in 2007 and my ACA qualification in November 2014. I started working for Humphrey & Co in September 2020, as part of the Lloyds of London specialist team I assist partner Lewis Hampton with accounts and tax work for individuals, limited companies and partnerships.
          In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my family, watching films and playing computer games.

          • What do you like most about your job? The people I work with and the variety of work
          • What’s your best quality? Organised and approachable
          • Secret skill? Drumming
          • What Essential item would you take to a desert island? Survival tool kit
          • Perfect Day? A family day at the Zoo
            Matt Lakin

            Matt Lakin BSc ACA

            Client Manager

            I joined Humphrey & Co in 2014 having completed a Mathematics degree at the University of Kent, and qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2018. I am part of the Lloyds of London specialist team and assist Lewis Hampton with accounts and tax work for individuals, limited companies and partnerships. Outside of work I enjoy drumming and going to Stamford Bridge to watch Chelsea.

            • Gadget you couldn't live without? Skullcandy Crusher Evo headphones
            • Last meal on earth? Seafood massaman curry
            • Favourite film? The Wolf of Wall Street
            • What essential item would you take to a desert island? Ricky Gervais XFM podcasts
            • Perfect day? Seeing Chelsea play during the day and then going to a gig in the evening
              Stacey Rignall

              Stacey Rignall BA (Hons) ACA

              Client Manager

              I joined Humphrey & Co in 2010 having graduated from the University of Brighton with a degree in Law with Accounting. I qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2013. I work closely with partner Lewis Hampton providing accounting and taxation advice to a wide range of clients.

              • What do you like most about your job? The staff. Humphrey & Co has such a friendly work environment
              • Last meal on earth? Christmas roast dinner
              • Favourite Film? Me Before You
              • What essential item would you take to a desert island? Matches (there is no way I would be able to start a fire)
              • If you could be an animal what would you be? An eagle (I'd love to be able to fly)