Jersey is exceptionally well placed as an international finance centre. Foresight in establishing its financial services industry means that it can match any international requirements and continue as a stable and reputable centre which supports the global economy.
With a business day that begins before Tokyo closes and continues well into New York trading time; a close proximity to Europe but independence from the EU, Jersey offers both location and time zone benefits.
Jersey’s political stability and respected legislature is supported by its government’s determination to encourage high quality business. A sophisticated infrastructure of laws and regulations combine to promote investor confidence.
The island’s highly skilled financial services industry provides a wealth of experience and expertise which directly benefits our clients.
Jersey has exceptionally high standards of international communications, information technology, postal and courier services. All major digital telephony, computing, internet networks and services can be accessed in a secure, resilient and protected environment.
These are some of the recent endorsements which ensure the future of Jersey’s finance industry and make it a great place to do business:
In 2009, Jersey was the only offshore centre to be named on the OECD’s white list of well-regulated and compliant centres. This has reassured our clients about Jersey’s status within the G20 nations.
In 2009, Jersey was named the highest rated offshore jurisdiction in the latest Global Financial Centres Index (GFCI) published by the City of London. Again, this should reassure our clients that Jersey is a safe and reputable base for them to do business.
Jersey is only one of seven jurisdictions complying with 15 of the 16 Financial Action Taskforce (FATF) key recommendations the top rating so far attained anywhere.
Jersey’s economic contribution in the world has been highlighted by the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP). Its independent study concluded that offshore jurisdictions such as Jersey contribute positively to the global economy. In doing so it awarded Jersey the accolade of International Financial Centre of the Year.