Clare Jenkinson
About Clare Jenkinson
Clare Jenkinson is a compliance professional with extensive experience in the financial services sector, currently serving as the Global Head of Digital and EMEA Co-Head of Regulatory Advisory at HSBC. She has a strong background in securities and derivatives, with recognized expertise in MiFID II inducement rules and a history of providing regulatory advice and training across various business functions.
Current Role at HSBC
Clare Jenkinson holds the position of Global Head of Digital and EMEA Co-Head of Regulatory Advisory within the Markets & Securities Services Compliance division at HSBC. She has been in this role since 2021, contributing to the compliance landscape in financial services. Her responsibilities include providing guidance on regulatory matters and ensuring adherence to compliance standards across various functions.
Previous Experience at HSBC
Clare Jenkinson previously served as Senior Legal Counsel at HSBC from 2014 to 2021. During her tenure, she provided legal advice and support on a range of compliance issues, focusing on the implications of new laws and regulations. Her role involved training staff across different operational areas, ensuring that they understood and implemented necessary compliance measures.
Legal Career Background
Before joining HSBC, Clare Jenkinson worked at Travers Smith as a Senior Associate from 2008 to 2014, where she specialized in legal matters related to securities and derivatives. Earlier in her career, she was an Associate at Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer from 2005 to 2008, gaining foundational experience in legal practice in London, United Kingdom.
Education and Expertise
Clare Jenkinson studied at the University of Warwick, where she earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree in European law from 1999 to 2003. She possesses acknowledged expertise in MiFID II inducement rules and specializes in securities and derivatives dealing, including digital trading aspects such as electronic and algorithmic trading.
Advocacy and Regulatory Representation
Clare Jenkinson actively represents clients and the financial industry at various forums and to regulators, focusing on advocacy efforts. She provides practical and concise advice and training to staff across front, middle, back office, and support functions regarding new laws, rules, and policies, ensuring that the organization remains compliant with evolving regulatory requirements.