C&G Regulatory Solutions hires James Hibberd as junior regulatory consultant

C&G Regulatory Solutions has appointed James Hibberd as Junior Regulatory Consultant as the UK financial services compliance firm expands its team. The move adds a recent University of Bristol finance graduate who will support regulatory and compliance work for clients in the UK and internationally.

Why it matters: - C&G Regulatory Solutions is adding early-career talent as demand for financial services compliance support remains tied to complex UK regulatory requirements. - The hire strengthens the firm's capacity to support businesses on FCA-related work, regulatory permissions and ongoing compliance obligations.

What happened: - C&G Regulatory Solutions appointed James Hibberd as Junior Regulatory Consultant. - Hibberd will support the firm's work with financial services businesses in the UK and internationally. - The company is based in the UK and focuses on regulatory consultancy and compliance support for financial services firms.

The details: - Hibberd joined C&G after completing an MSc in Finance and Investment at the University of Bristol. - He also holds an undergraduate degree in Economics. - Hibberd has completed CISI Level 2 and is pursuing his next professional qualification. - In the role, Hibberd will gain experience across financial services regulatory and compliance projects. - He will work alongside experienced consultants. - He will develop his understanding of the UK regulatory framework, including the requirements and expectations of the Financial Conduct Authority. - C&G provides services including FCA authorisation, regulatory permissions, compliance frameworks, corporate governance, financial crime prevention, regulatory reporting and ongoing compliance obligations. - C&G works with clients ranging from new market entrants to more established financial services firms. - More information is available on the company's announcement. - The firm also listed its LinkedIn page in the release: C&G Regulatory Solutions on LinkedIn.

Between the lines: - The appointment signals that C&G wants to deepen its bench while building future compliance expertise in-house. - Founder and CEO Dr Alexander Culley framed the hire as part of the firm's investment in practical training for the next generation of compliance professionals. - The release positions technical regulatory judgment as a core hiring priority in a field where firms need both subject-matter expertise and operational understanding.

What's next: - Hibberd is expected to take on more responsibility across client projects as he develops experience. - C&G is likely to continue pairing advisory growth with junior hiring as it expands its consultancy and compliance support services. - Hibberd will continue pursuing professional qualifications while working in the role.