Evelyn Partners hires ex-FCA investigator as head of fraud
Evelyn Partners has appointed a former investigator with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to head up its fraud and financial crime department.
Annabel Kerley is a former senior investigator at the Serious Fraud Office and FCA, and has more than 20 years experience leading investigations into asset misappropriation, employee misconduct, financial misstatement, sanctions breaches, market abuse and misleading statements in civil, regulatory and criminal contexts.
At Evelyn Partners, she will work to build and grow the forensic services team, working closely with David Alexander, head of forensic services.
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“With financial crime on the rise, organisations operating today increasingly require specialist forensic support to protect value in their business,” said Alexander.
“Annabel offers unique expertise gained across a wide range of geographies, industries and regulators to help clients mitigate the impact of fraud and misconduct.
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“Annabel’s ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and deploy the latest forensic technology and forensic accounting techniques make her a valuable addition to the Evelyn Partners team.”
Kerley added: “I am thrilled to be joining Evelyn Partners at this exciting time in the firm’s growth journey.
“Its agile, partner-led and conflict-free service sets it apart in the market. I look forward to working with the forensic team and wider firm to support clients navigating high-stakes economic crime issues.”
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