Trust Corporation International, an independent Guernsey trust company, has strengthened its team with the appointment of Leigh Clouston to Compliance Manager.
In her new role, Leigh will concentrate on providing support to the Head of Risk and Compliance with day-to-day regulatory and financial crime matters, as well as advising the business on meeting the requirements to comply with the applicable regulations.
Leigh joins the firm following two and a half years working in compliance for a leading support and advisory service in Guernsey. Prior to that she gained experience over more than 17 years working in a variety of finance-related positions in the United States and China.
She has a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Colorado and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from HULT International Business School in Shanghai. Ms Clouston also gained an ICA Diploma in Governance, Risk & Compliance and holds a certificate in ISO 17024 with IBITGQ.
Head of Risk and Compliance Johnathon Keys-Massey said: “It is great to welcome Leigh to Trust Corporation, she has a broad range of financial services experience and a background working in multiple jurisdictions which brings a fresh perspective and knowledge of the increasingly global world of regulation. She is an asset to Trust Corporation and our clients, and we’re all looking forward to working with her.”
Leigh said: “I am very pleased to have joined the Trust Corporation team due to its collaborative approach and family feel. I am looking forward to bringing my pragmatic approach to compliance and regulation while learning from the great team at the firm.”