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NEWS
 
 
TEAM acquires Omega and announces final results
 
 
Wealth, asset management and financial services group TEAM has announced the acquisition of the entire issued share capital of Omega Financial Services, a Jersey-based IFA specialising in retirement planning, mortgage advice, life assurance and investment advisory services.  An initial consideration of £2m is payable in cash, plus further deferred consideration of up to £2m in a mixture of cash and new shares in TEAM.  The transaction is subject to approval by the Jers...
 
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Ocorian completes Trust Corporation acquisition
 
 
Financial services group Ocorian has completed the acquisition of Trust Corporation International, the Guernsey-based fiduciary firm specialising in private client services, fund administration and corporate services.  The acquisition was first announced in August and completion was subject to regulatory approvals. Ocorian said the acquisition enhances its ability to provide services to private clients and international corporates in Guernsey, alongside its existing fund administration...
 
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KPMG appoints Emma Bailey as Guernsey Director
 
 
Emma Bailey has been appointed as an Advisory Director in the Guernsey office of KPMG in the Crown Dependencies, with a brief to enhance the firm’s risk and regulatory consulting services.   Emma brings nearly 20 years’ experience from her role at the Guernsey Financial Services Commission, most recently as Director of the Authorisations and Innovation Division.  In her new position at KPMG, Emma will use her regulatory knowledge to assist private sector clients with a ...
 
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Brooks Macdonald International opens Isle of Man office
 
 
Brooks Macdonald International has announced the opening of an Isle of Man office in Douglas. Forming part of Brooks Macdonald International, which also has offices in Jersey and Guernsey, the new office will help the firm expand relationships with clients and intermediaries and support its growth in Europe, the Middle East and Africa.  Richard Hughes, CEO, Brooks Macdonald International, commented: “The Isle of Man is well regarded as an international centre of excellence for fi...
 
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FEATURES
 
 
The top cyber risks facing your business
 
 
Last year was the busiest on record for corporate cyber attacks – as fraudsters took advantage of gaps in companies’ networks and the rapid introduction of new processes. So what are the biggest cyber risks facing your organisation – and how can you prevent them? “Cyber crime is the greatest threat to every company in the world.” That was the damning verdict of former IBM Chairman, President and CEO Ginni Rometty in 2015. And that was a long time before the...
 
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Profile: David Hudson
 
 
Following a management buy-out that has seen David Hudson take the reins of Suntera Global and settle the business in Jersey, we take a look at his plans for the future Tell us about your role with Suntera. I have worked for Suntera for 16 years in a variety of roles, primarily business development or client management. I became Group CEO in June 2019, having led a management buy-out of the group. Have you implemented any significant changes since the buy-out? The leadership and senior ma...
 
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**Newly Created Role** Client Services Director Corporate
 
Our client is looking for an experienced professional in client services who has extensive business development skills along with global knowledge of ...
**Two New Risk Roles** - Head of Client Compliance and MLRO
 
We are working on behalf of a fantastic client to recruit a Head of Client Compliance and MLRO. If you are currently working in the Compliance indu...
Urgent - Associate Director - Corporate - £95,000
 
Our leading client is looking for an Associate Director to join their team. The ideal candidate will be part of the leadership team and work closely ...
This is a company you’ll genuinely want to work for! Corporate Services – Client Services Director, Senior Administrator & Administrator. Private Wealth – Manager & Senior Trust Officer
 
We’ve taken on a recruitment campaign, for a fabulous, very successful business. The company has an excellent culture, top benefits and a great tea...
Finance and Corporate Lawyers
 
Our client is a leading offshore law firm advising many of the world's leading financial institutions, corporations, public organisations, private equ...
Regulatory Reporting Officer
 
Our client is a leading Investor Services group which combines global expertise with a focus on client service delivery, currently looking for a Regul...
Funds Associate (3-5 years PQE)
 
Would you like to be part of an award winning team? Our client is looking for an Associate to join their ambitious, friendly Funds practice in Jersey...
Manager - Employer and Executive Services - FTC
 
Our global client is looking for a manager for their Employer & Executive Services team to cover a maternity period. They provide trustee services to...
NEW ROLE - Senior Manager / Associate Director - Wealth Management
 
This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly reputable trust company. You will manage a diverse client portfolio with strong client and family ...
New Role **SENIOR ADVISORY SERVICES PROFESSIONAL**
 
You will be an experienced professional in advisory services with demonstrative experience supported by a relevant professional qualifications (law/ac...