Jersey Finance has appointed Joe Moynihan as its new CEO.
Moynihan will begin his new role on 18 February, succeeding Geoff Cook, who is leaving after 12 years in the role.
Prior to Jersey Finance, he was the chief executive of RAK International Corporate Centre in the UAE and has acted as a consultant both in Jersey and overseas.
Moynihan has also served at AIB, as the CEO of the Jersey and Isle of Man offices.
Previously, he served as chair of the Jersey Bankers Association and is a regular commentator on industry issues.
Commenting on his appointment, Moynihan said: “The team at Jersey Finance has done an excellent job in establishing Jersey as one of the world’s leading international finance centres and I’m excited to have the opportunity to help lead the industry at this pivotal time for international financial services.”
He added: “I am very much looking forward to picking up the baton and working with all stakeholders to continue to help bring clarity to the positive role our industry plays both locally and in key markets around the world.”
Gunther Thumann, chairman of Jersey Finance, commented: “Joe Moynihan has considerable experience in financial services gained both here in Jersey and in markets around the world, and benefits from having had both an industry and government perspective, giving him an excellent understanding of our stakeholders and the environment Jersey’s finance industry exists in.”
He added: “Moynihan will undoubtedly add to the existing strengths of our executive team while his appointment gives us and the industry we serve some welcome continuity.”
