Smith & Williamson appoints ex-UK payments regulator head Chris Hemsley to economic advisory practice

Reuters2026/08/26 11:06

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Smith & Williamson Holdings named Chris Hemsley a director in its economic advisory practice, targeting growth in financial services and payments work.
Hemsley joins from specialist regulatory consultancy Fingleton, bringing more than 20 years’ experience in economic regulation, competition policy, consumer protection.
He previously led the Payment Systems Regulator as executive director and board member, serving earlier as chief executive of the UK Regulators Network.
The hire follows the May 2026 launch of the economic advisory practice, led by partners Schellion Horn and Jonathan Gillham.

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Smith & Williamson appoints ex-UK payments regulator head Chris Hemsley to economic advisory practice

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