International trust and corporate services provider, Equiom, has announced the appointment of Andrew Halsall as FATCA and regulatory reporting manager.
The new position has been created in response to the increasing complexity of requirements around FATCA and the Common Reporting Standard and is intended to ensure the highest standards of compliance and client care in relation to automatic exchange of information.
Group compliance director, Mike Nudd said: ‘Equiom recognises that FATCA, and in due course, the Common Reporting Standard are going to significantly increase the regulatory reporting obligations of the Group for its clients.
‘We need to make sure that Equiom fulfils its obligations under FATCA and Andy will play an essential part in ensuring that we comply with the necessary standards’.
Mr Halsall will be responsible for proactively offering guidance directly to Equiom’s clients in order to deal with the new regime.
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In addition to this he will provide advice and support to Equiom’s staff in managing any FATCA related queries.
Mr Halsall said: ‘I welcome the challenge of this new role which builds on my previous FATCA experience.
‘It’s a great opportunity to become part of a dedicated team in such a progressive and ambitious environment.
‘I look forward to playing my part in ensuring that Equiom provides the best possible service to our clients.’