Blackburn, 18th July 2024 – AFS Compliance Ltd is pleased to announce the appointment of James Hinch to the role of Policy Director. This newly created position ensures that the business continues to maintain its market-leading status and outstanding audit record with the regulators.
James Hinch, formerly Head of Compliance at the NACFB, is a technical specialist with extensive knowledge of policies relating to business finance. He aims to leverage this expertise to provide brokers at both Asset Finance Solutions (UK) Ltd and Synergy Commercial Finance Ltd with guidance that is both practical and proportionate to their business needs.
James is a high-profile hire for AFS Compliance, having worked in Financial Services since 2012 across first-, second-, and third-line support roles. He was drawn to AFS Compliance by its sterling reputation and, after meeting with the Senior Leadership Team, was inspired by the opportunity to drive innovative projects in the finance industry.
Speaking on behalf of AFS Group, Mike Geddes, Group Compliance Director, said: “I worked with James for seven years in my role as a Director of the NACFB and always found him to be forward-thinking and proactive. His appointment will help us continue to raise the bar in terms of the support we offer our Appointed Representatives and ensure our brokers are well-prepared for any ongoing regulatory changes.”
James is one of several recent hires for the business, which also includes Brian Maxim, Senior Developer, and Iram Islam, Compliance Administrator.
For those interested in joining the AFS Group, please contact Lesley Morley, HR and Operations Co-Ordinator.
