New senior appointments at Redwood

Redwood Offshore has made three senior appointments as the Channel Islands’ compliance consultancy continues to expand.

The provider of tailored compliance services has appointed Charlie Roger as executive director, with Jenni Hartley being named as a senior consultant and Lara Le Page taking on the role of office administrator in its seven-strong Guernsey team. The trio bring more than 50 years of industry experience between them. 

‘The time is right for a modern approach to outsourcing compliance amid rapid change. These appointments underline our commitment to provide pragmatic and commercial compliance services delivered by highly qualified and experienced staff who can ease the regulatory burden on clients with a can-do attitude,’ said James Wood, founder and Chief Executive Officer of Redwood Offshore.

Redwood is also embracing technological developments including innovative digital training tools as well as focusing on building long-term trusted relationships. ‘With decades of systems, operational and client experience between Charlie, Jenni and Lara, these appointments enhance our strategic and operational oversight as we continue to grow.’ added James

In his new role, Charlie will focus on business development and strategic growth. He has held senior roles in the Channel Island’s finance sector, including Channel Islands’ Chief Executive Officer at Ravenscroft Limited and Head of Wealth Management at Canaccord Genuity Wealth (International) Limited. An investor in the business he is also a Chartered Director and Chartered Fellow of the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment.

With more than a decade in the financial services industry, Jenni Hartley will provide experienced outsourced compliance resource to CI regulated entities as a senior consultant for Redwood Offshore in Guernsey. Jenni spent three years at Ogier Fiduciary Services (Guernsey) as an associate director in investment funds. Jenni also worked at Mid Europa Fund Management Limited, serving as chief operating officer, compliance officer and money laundering registered officer. A French and English speaker, she also holds an International Diploma in Compliance. 

New officer administrator Lara Le Page, who will provide operational support to the business, has worked within the stockbroking and wealth management sector for nearly 20 years. With a wealth of operational and support experience she moves to Redwood Offshore from Brooks Macdonald Asset Management (International) Limited.