Law firm Quinn Legal has appointed Kerry Smith as head of regulation and compliance.

The business says it is further reflection of its ’progressive approach and focus on delivering the highest level of professionalism to clients.’

Kerry comes from the financial sector, having spent almost 20 years working within the regulatory compliance arena. She was with the Financial Services Authority and two fiduciary services companies, and has an invaluable wealth of knowledge and experience covering risk management, corporate governance and project management.

Such experience has given her an invaluable insight into compliance, regulation and corporate governance, areas that she will continue to focus on at Quinn Legal.

Kerry also has experience as a qualified company secretary and has been responsible for leading projects on tax compliance and reporting, risk management, and delivering compliance focused services and ’solutions’.

Kerry will also take on the added responsibilities as the money laundering reporting officer [MLRO] and data protection officer for the business based in Ridgeway Street,Douglas.

James Quinn, founder and chief executive officer at Quinn Legal said: ’I am delighted that Kerry has joined Quinn Legal; her background and practical experience of dealing with compliance and risk management will be a fantastic asset for the firm.

’The demands placed on our industry are ever increasing and to have an individual of Kerry’s calibre and experience onboard to deal with the inherent compliance risks is a real triumph.’

Kerry Smith said: ’I am absolutely delighted to be taking on this role and am enthused and excited by the opportunity to join Quinn Legal at a time when it continues to evolve and develop.

’I am pleased to be part of a such a great forward thinking and innovative team, and this role gives me the perfect opportunity to build upon what I have learned over the years as well as apply new ideas to help shape Quinn Legal’s future and provide solutions to its client base.’

Kerry Smith