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Appleby recognised across Crown Dependencies in Chambers UK 2027

Sue Fitzgerald — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 08:30:05 +0000

Law firm Appleby has received 13 firm rankings and 30 individual rankings across the Isle of Man, Guernsey and Jersey in the Chambers UK Guide 2027. The firm, which has offices in all three Crown Dependencies, retained Band 1 rankings in the Isle of Man for Corporate & Finance, Dispute Resolution and Employment. In Guernsey, […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 19 October 2026 at 08:30 GMT.

Collas Crill director achieves Chartered Director status

Sue Fitzgerald — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:20:01 +0000

Alex Ruddy, Group Managing Director of Collas Crill Regulatory and Compliance, has achieved Chartered Director status from the Institute of Directors. Chartered Director status is awarded to experienced directors who demonstrate exceptional expertise in governance, leadership and strategic direction. The designation represents one of the highest professional standards available to directors and reflects a commitment […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 16 October 2026 at 08:20 GMT.

Grant Thornton Channel Islands appoints new Business Advisory Director

Sue Fitzgerald — Fri, 16 Oct 2026 08:10:06 +0000

Grant Thornton Channel Islands has promoted Brady Lesbirel to Business Advisory Director. Based in Guernsey, Brady (pictured) is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants with more than 18 years of experience across audit and business advisory. In his new role, he will lead the firm’s Business Advisory service line and manage a […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 16 October 2026 at 08:10 GMT.

Saffery Trust retains Tier I status in 2026 eprivateclient Top Trust Companies

Sue Fitzgerald — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:30:38 +0000

Saffery Trust has once again been recognised as a Tier I firm in the 2026 eprivateclient Top Trust Companies rankings. The annual eprivateclient listing recognises leading providers across the trust and fiduciary sector, with the 2026 rankings based on a survey of more than 100 private wealth fiduciary services providers globally. Firms are assessed across […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 15 October 2026 at 08:30 GMT.

Jersey family lawyer joins Legal 500 Hall of Fame

Sue Fitzgerald — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 08:00:27 +0000

Advocate Barbara Corbett has been included in the Legal 500’s Hall of Fame for the first time. The Legal 500 states: “To be considered eligible for the Hall of Fame, lawyers must be widely regarded as being at the very top of the profession, and to have been consistently ranked as leading individuals by Legal […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 14 October 2026 at 08:00 GMT.

KPMG celebrates 70 promotions across the Crown Dependencies

Sue Fitzgerald — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:00:50 +0000

KPMG in the Crown Dependencies has announced 70 promotions across its Jersey, Guernsey and Isle of Man offices. Spanning all levels of the business through to Partner, the promotions demonstrate the firm’s focus on nurturing local talent and creating rewarding, long-term careers. The promotions include: In Jersey: Promotions to Associate Director include Turban Banerjee and […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 13 October 2026 at 08:00 GMT.

BWCI Group acquires 4insight

Sue Fitzgerald — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 15:00:33 +0000

BWCI Group, owner of Island Global Research Limited, has acquired 4insight. The acquisition brings together two Channel Islands research businesses with complementary strengths. Both companies have experience across quantitative and qualitative research, with Island Global Research particularly known for surveys and data analysis, and 4insight for focus groups and qualitative insight. Together, they will offer […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 12 October 2026 at 15:00 GMT.

Aztec Group appoints Head of Strategic Client Change

Sue Fitzgerald — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 08:30:59 +0000

Aztec Group has apointed Ruby Paramanathan as Head of Strategic Client Change. Ruby (pictured) will lead the client-facing dimension of Aztec’s most significant client change programmes, working closely with clients to understand their priorities and co-develop effective solutions, helping ensure client priorities shape how the firm develops its services and partnerships. This newly created role […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 12 October 2026 at 08:30 GMT.

Ogier teams in Guernsey, Jersey and London recognised in 2027 Legal 500 UK Guide

Sue Fitzgerald — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 08:50:25 +0000

Ogier’s teams in Guernsey, Jersey and London have received recognition for their “specialised expertise, rapid results and client-focused service” in the Legal 500 UK Guide 2027. The firm ranks top tier across 15 practice areas: Banking and Finance, Capital Markets, Corporate and Commercial and M&A, Dispute Resolution, Insurance, Investment Funds, Private Client, Trusts and Tax, […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 9 October 2026 at 08:50 GMT.

Ocorian appoints Global Head of Innovation

Sue Fitzgerald — Fri, 09 Oct 2026 08:30:54 +0000

Ocorian has appointed Ryan McGrath to the new role of Global Head of Innovation, based in New York City. Ryan (pictured) will be working across Ocorian to identify high-value opportunities driven by client-demand, rapidly iterating new solutions, and translate successful concepts into scalable capabilities. Prior to joining Ocorian, Ryan spent his 15-year career at EY […]

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First published by Channel Eye on 9 October 2026 at 08:30 GMT.