The future of Jersey International Finance Centre summit

As global financial markets shift and regulatory landscapes tighten, the long-term survival of Jersey’s International Finance Centre (IFC) faces unprecedented challenges. In response, The Future of Jersey International Finance Centre Summit, hosted by the School of International Financial Services (SIFS) in collaboration with the Government of Jersey, Jersey Finance, the Jersey Financial Services Commission (JFSC), and the Institute of Directors (IoD) Jersey, will bring together key decision-makers to address the evolving pressures and opportunities facing Jersey’s financial sector.

Taking place on 4th June 2025, this high-profile summit will provide a critical forum for industry leaders, regulators, and government representatives to discuss the strategic direction of Jersey’s IFC.

A crossroads for Jersey’s financial sector

With increasing global regulatory scrutiny, competition from emerging IFCs, and the rise of digital finance, the summit will explore how Jersey can retain its competitive edge while ensuring long-term sustainability. The event will feature keynote addresses, panel discussions, and in-depth debates on topics shaping the future of Jersey’s financial services industry.

Key sessions include:

• Jersey: The Vision for the Future
• Jersey’s Role on the World Stage in Times of Geopolitical and Economic Uncertainty
• The Roadmap Towards a Sustainable Jersey: From Digital Assets to ESG
• The Digital Transformation of Financial Services in Jersey
• Reimagining Jersey’s Workforce for the Future
• Is Jersey Losing Its Competitive Edge?
• Is International Financial Regulation Going Too Far?
• Winning Strategies from Comparable Jurisdictions

Speakers and industry leaders

The summit will feature insights from some of the most influential voices in Jersey’s financial sector, including:

• Chris Usher – Director at Cavenwell Group & Non-Executive Director at SIFS
• Deputy Elaine Millar – Minister for Treasury and Resources & Assistant Minister for External Relations and Financial Services, Government of Jersey
• Joe Moynihan – CEO, Jersey Finance
• Alexandra Ruddy – Director, Oben & Chair, IoD Jersey
• Jill Britton – Director General, Jersey Financial Services Commission
• Helen De La Cour – Director of Financial & Professional Services, Government of Jersey

A call to action for financial services directors

“This summit is not just another industry event – it is a crucial conversation that will help shape the future of Jersey’s financial centre.” said Chris Usher (pictured), Non-Executive Director at SIFS. “With increasing global challenges, it is essential that business leaders, regulators, and policymakers come together to ensure Jersey remains a thriving and competitive financial hub.”

Jersey’s financial services sector has long been a cornerstone of the island’s economy. However, to maintain its position as a leading IFC, collaboration, innovation, and strategic foresight will be critical. This summit provides an opportunity for financial professionals to contribute to a dialogue that will impact Jersey’s regulatory landscape, workforce development, and economic sustainability.