Gael Kerrigan appointed as Head of Compliance, ABN AMRO UK
- United Kingdom
Gael has over thirty years of experience in compliance, financial crime prevention, privacy and risk management spanning a number of types of financial services activities (investment banking, brokerage, private banking, institutional and retail asset management). She has served as UK or EMEA Head of Compliance in several firms, including large multinational asset managers within GSIFI banking groups. She has experience in delivering regulatory change and best practice, building robust compliance programmes and implementing policies, controls and training.
“Gael Kerrigan, Head of UK Compliance said, “We have never faced a more complex set of challenges around compliance risk management. I’m here to support all employees to meet these challenges, offering advice, overseeing monitoring, helping to define policies & procedures and delivering related training. A strong internal control environment is a vital part of our overall value proposition to employees, clients and shareholders. Good compliance is good for business!”
“I’m looking forward to utisiling my experience to help UK office employees think proactively about how we can protect our clients and ABN AMRO from future risks and strive to set enhanced standards. ABN AMRO’s core values provide an excellent foundation for a strong compliance framework. I’m excited to be part of the UK leadership team that will take the firm forward and grow from strength to strength. ”
“Gerben Dragt, UK Country Executive, said, “I am delighted that Gael has chosen to join ABN AMRO UK as our new Head of Compliance. Please join me in welcoming her to the team!"”