Jonathan Stanley
About Jonathan Stanley
Jonathan Stanley serves as the Head of Internal Audit at Capital.com, bringing over 15 years of experience in audit and compliance across various organizations. He holds the ACA ICAEW certification and has previously held senior roles at firms such as JPMorgan, GAIN Capital, and Enstar Group.
Current Role at Capital.com
Jonathan Stanley serves as the Head of Internal Audit at Capital.com, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he leads a function that advises on the deployment of controls and solutions across various business functions. His focus is on ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and upholding governance processes within the organization.
Previous Experience in Internal Audit
Before joining Capital.com, Jonathan Stanley held several significant positions in internal audit. He was the Global Head of Internal Audit at GAIN Capital from 2017 to 2021, where he managed audit functions on a global scale. He also worked at Protiviti as a Consultancy Internal Audit from 2021 to 2022, providing specialized audit services in London. His extensive experience includes over 15 years of reporting to audit committees and boards across multiple jurisdictions.
Career Background at Financial Institutions
Jonathan Stanley's career includes notable roles at prominent financial institutions. He worked at JPMorgan as VP Controls Advisory from 2000 to 2003, where he gained valuable insights into controls and compliance. Additionally, he served as Group Head of Internal Audit at Enstar Group from 2007 to 2016, overseeing audit operations in Guildford, United Kingdom. He also briefly worked at Grant Thornton UK LLP as Interim Senior Manager in 2017.
Education and Professional Certification
Jonathan Stanley studied Business Studies at De Montfort University, where he achieved a Higher National Diploma (HND). He holds the ACA ICAEW certification from the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales, which reflects his professional qualifications in accounting and auditing.
Expertise in Governance and Compliance
Jonathan Stanley is passionate about crafting governance processes and deploying strategies that instill a desired ethos within teams and business cultures. His expertise lies in advising organizations on compliance and regulatory standards, ensuring that internal controls are effectively implemented across business functions.