Saffery Trust announces key promotions

Friday 03 January 2025

Simon Ricketts and Zac Hanley are both now Associate Directors for Saffery Trust in Guernsey.

A former teacher, Mr Ricketts joined Saffery Trust ten years ago in an entry-level role as a 34-year-old.

"At 34, Simon did not fit the typical demographic that we generally see applying for entry-level roles however he embodied our core values of integrity, excellence, enthusiasm, and collegiality, and we were confident he would be a valuable addition to the team," said Saffery Trust Managing Director Nick Batiste.

"His achievements speak for themselves – from earning the highest mark in his sitting of the STEP Certificate in Guernsey to his meticulous handling of complex sanctions updates and his dedication to supporting clients and colleagues alike. Simon is a fantastic example of how talent and commitment can exceed expectations at any age.”

Mr Hanley has become the youngest Associate Director in the Guernsey office and follows a year of industry recognition after being named in both the UK and Crown Dependencies eprivateclient NextGen Leaders lists.

Other promotions for Saffery Trust Guernsey include Leishia Finigan to Assistant Manager in the Digital Assets and Cryptocurrency team, and Lucy Wickins to Client Accounting Senior Administrator. 

“At Saffery Trust, we are committed to providing an environment where our people can build long and successful careers. These promotions are thoroughly well deserved, and Simon, Zac, Leishia, Lucy, Alexia, and Natalia have every reason to be proud of their outstanding accomplishments.”

Pictured top: Simon Ricketts.