As a part of our ongoing ‘Women in Finance’ initiatives, our Deputy CEO, Amy Bryant, sat down with our Market Development Directors, An Kelles, Director – GCC, and Dr Rufaro Nyakatawa, Market Development Consultant – Africa, to discuss the landscape for women working in financial services within the regions we oversee. They pulled on personal experiences, gave their reflections on the industry and looked ahead to the future.

In this episode, Elliot Refson, our Head of Funds, talks with Thomas Shaw, Senior Policy Advisor at the Jersey Financial Services Commission (JFSC) and Andrew Evans, Head of Innovation at the JFSC. The three discuss Jersey’s approach to virtual assets and tokenised real-world assets and how Jersey’s regulator is adapting and collaborating with industry to keep up with this ever-evolving market.

Thinking about returning to work or switching careers? In this episode of Jersey Heard, Karolina Pilcher from Jersey Finance sits down with Silvia Pinto from the Jersey Financial Services Commission to discuss Reconnect, an event helping Islanders re-enter the finance industry or take on a new career path. Silvia shares her own story of change, discusses the importance of accessible career routes, and highlights real success stories from Reconnect attendees. If you’re looking for inspi...

Environmental crime is a growing global threat becoming increasingly relevant to the financial services industry. From illegal wildlife trade to waste trafficking, these crimes pose serious risks for investors, institutions and regulators alike. In this episode of Jersey Heard, Tom McKenna, the host and our sustainable finance lead, speaks with Olivia Dakeyne, an expert on environmental crime and principal researcher at Themis. They unpack what environmental crime really is, why it matters ...

In this episode, Dr Rufaro Nyakatawa, our Market Development Consultant – Africa, speaks with Genevieve Hennessy-Barrett, co-founder of 4G Capital, to explore how responsible finance is driving sustainable development and empowering female entrepreneurs across Africa. With a focus on financial inclusion and innovation, the conversation highlights how 4G Capital is transforming lives in the region, demonstrating the global impact of purposeful finance and the value Jersey brings as a forward-t...

In this episode, we hear from Eric Olival, last year’s Rising Stars Awards winner in the Human Resources category. Eric shares his passion for his work, his unique path into the finance industry and what winning the award meant to him.

Explore the funds landscape with Elliot Refson, our Head of Funds, Stuart Pinnington, Director, IQ-EQ and Sarah Townsend, Senior Counsel, Walkers in this Jersey Heard podcast episode. This discussion builds on insights from a newly released white paper produced in partnership with IFI Global, which highlights the forces reshaping private investment and the emerging opportunities for managers and investors alike.

In this episode, we speak with Clovie Knight from Standard Bank, the 2024 Rising Star in Banking. Clovie reflects on her experience at last year’s awards ceremony, sharing the moments that inspired her and the pride she felt being surrounded by so many accomplished women in Jersey’s finance sector. Her passion, drive, and leadership make her a true rising star. Tune in to hear her story and what the recognition has meant for her career.

Gain valuable insights into the evolving world of cross-border investment and finance structuring in this episode of our Jersey Heard podcast. Faizal Bhana, our Director for the Middle East, Africa, and India, hosts a compelling discussion with industry experts Emily Haithwaite (Ogier Group Partner) and Mirek Gruna (Regional CCO, IQ-EQ).

In this bitesize episode, Karolina Pilcher, Senior Strategy and Research Manager and Peggy Gielen, Senior Legal and Technical Manager at Jersey Finance explore the year’s hottest topics in regulation, transparency and the major collaborative projects shaping Jersey’s international finance centre. A must-listen for financial and related professional services professionals looking to stay ahead of the curve in 2025.

In this latest episode we spoke with Adam Clift from Highvern about his Operations and Support win at last year's Rising Stars awards. Adam really encompasses all the qualities an operations and support rising star should have: attention to detail, compliance knowledge and customer driven approach. Adam also chatted about what it was like to switch careers from aviation operations into the finance industry and how his skill set was transferable.

In this episode Elliot Refson, Head of Funds at Jersey Finance talks with Dilmun Leach, Partner, Walkers and Daniel Coheur Co-Founder and CCO, Tokeny. The three discuss Jersey’s offering of digitalised real-world assets, market challenges and the growth of tokenisation.

Listen to the first episode of our new tokenisation series, where Elliot Refson, Head of Funds at Jersey Finance, introduces tokenisation and securitising real-world assets. In this podcast Elliot discusses why tokenisation is the next step in the evolution of the global funds sector. How recent changes to the regulatory guidance on real world assets (RWAs) have positioned Jersey at the forefront of this fast-moving landscape and why Jersey’s well-established expertise in securitisations has ...

In this episode, hear from Ashley Correia, the 2024 winner in the Investment Management category. Ashley talks about the significance of recognising young talent and the importance of mental health and maintaining a balance, while pursuing professional growth.

Join our CEO, Joe Moynihan, and Deputy CEO, Amy Bryant, as they examine the key milestones and developments shaping Jersey’s finance industry. In the fifth instalment of ‘Looking Back, Looking Forward’ - our Jersey Heard podcast series - they reflect on the pivotal moments of 2024 and share their aspirations and ambitions for 2025. Gain unique insights into the events that defined 2024 for our industry, including Jersey’s MONEYVAL assessment report, the industry’s strides towards achieving th...

In this episode of Jersey Heard, Faizal Bana, our Director for the Middle East, Africa, and India, explores why Jersey is the jurisdiction of choice for Middle Eastern investors with Jack Goguelin, founder of Convici Capital. From its robust regulatory environment to its innovative approach to financial services, Jersey offers Middle Eastern investors a stable and trusted platform for structuring global investments and managing wealth. Jack explains how Jersey’s strong connectivity to ...

In this inspiring episode, we chat to Matthew Coles, our 2024 CSR Rising Star. Matthew shares his journey in championing corporate social responsibility in his workplace and how his Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) has been a unique strength in driving his success. We delve into the significance of the Rising Stars Awards and explore the vital role neurodivergent individuals play in creating diverse and innovative work environments.

In this episode, we celebrate the exceptional young professionals in Jersey’s finance industry, focusing on our 2024 Accountancy Rising Star, Sivaradjen Ramsamy. Sivaradjen shares his career journey, achievements, and the significance of winning the Rising Star award. Additionally, Sivaradjen offers insights into his career, the best advice he’s received, and what he enjoys most about working in finance.

Faizal Bhana, our Director – Middle East, Africa and India recently sat down with Daniel Channing, Executive Director at Crestbridge Family Office Services to unpack the family business trends and opportunities for Jersey firms in the Gulf region. In this episode discover Daniel’s views and perspectives on how Gulf based families are choosing to structure their wealth, and which of Jersey’s wealth management products they are choosing and why. Plus, he shares other key insights into wo...

Louise Burrows, Head of Marketing at Jersey Finance, chats with Yurii Tsybulskyi, the 2024 Law Rising Stars winner from Baker & Partners. Yurii shares his journey in law, the challenges he’s faced, and his advice for aspiring professionals. Yurii also reflects on his experience at the Rising Stars Awards Ceremony and the importance of networking events like Future Connect for career growth.