About us
We supervise the Island's financial services businesses - including financial institutions, designated
non-financial businesses and professions and virtual asset service providers for anti-money laundering
(AML), countering of the financing of terrorism (CFT) and countering proliferation financing (CPF)
purposes.
We also regulate financial services for conduct and prudential purposes. The JFSC is one of the few
regulators globally to benefit from the regulator and entity registries operating under a single financial
services commission.
Division: Registry
We operate the Companies Registry which registers and maintains Jersey companies, partnerships, foundations, limited liability companies and business names.
Our Registry responsibilities include acting as a corner stone in the fight against money laundering, terrorist financing and proliferation financing. We record, screen and authenticate beneficial ownership, controller and significant persons details and we assess all activities ensuring adherence to the Islands Sound Business Practice Policy, which could also include applications that may present higher-risk characteristics. We also deal with global continuance, cross border mergers and other international transparency applications.
The Registry team is responsible for maintaining 16 registers within Jersey through evaluating and authorising applications for new Jersey legal entities and arrangements, and evaluating if the business type and individuals pose any risk to Jersey's reputation of being a well-regulated and controlled jurisdiction. This work is a vital role in deterring and combatting financial crime so that Jersey maintains its reputation as a highly regarded International Financial Centre.
Team: Intellectual Property
The Registry division are taking ownership of the Trade Mark, Patent and Design Registers from 2026 and the successful candidate will be a key player in the transition process to form the Intellectual Property team.
Senior Trade Mark Manager
To apply for any vacancies at the JFSC, submit an application form along with your CV to careers@jerseyfsc.org
The team will work closely with many other divisions with the JFSC, namely Registry Operations, Registry Supervision, the JFSC Supervision team and Enforcement team. We provide input and statistics into to the wider JFSC which are used to assess risk and any new activity trends being submitted.
Role: (Permanent, 35 hours per week)
The successful candidate will join the JFSC at a key stage in its development, as it seeks to play an enhanced role in the continued success of Jersey as a highly regarded International Financial Centre.
The successful candidate will deliver the following outcomes:
• Develop a knowledge and understanding of the Intellectual Property regime and how it is
applied through interpretation of legislation, case law and examination practice to ensure
Trade Mark, Patent and Design applications are registered in accordance with legislation.
• Successful transition and implementation of the Trade Mark, Patent and Design Registers with
skilled team in place to manage the operational activity.
• Define processes and procedures to manage the Registers.
• Review legislative service level agreements and ensure we operate in line with them.
• Providing a high quality, effective and efficient service to all users of the Intellectual Property
regime.
• Prepare examination reports detailing any deficiencies within the application, liaise with the
applicant to ensure their understanding of the application process and resolve any
discrepancies. Applications will range from the general public to Intellectual Property
specialists.
• A leading role in any escalated applications including summary drafting of decisions, leading
technical discussions and supporting other senior members of the Registry involved in the
process.
You will add value to the organisation by:
Acting as a point of contact, you will be representing the JFSC whilst handling the registration, examinations and management of Trade Mark, Patents and Design queries from all users of the Registers. Ability to meet deadlines, work at pace and adapt to a changing environment across the Registry division. What will success in this role look like?
• High quality customer service.
• Leading technical discussions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to interpret and apply Trade Mark legislation, case law and examination practices.
• High performing team.
• Subject matter expert in Jersey on Intellectual Property regime and new primary legislation.
To apply for any vacancies at the JFSC, submit an application form along with your CV to careers@jerseyfsc.org
• Positive communication with applicants who disagree with the examination assessment with
careful consideration of their responses and evaluating any information provided resulting in
minimal escalation of our decisions.
This role provides an excellent opportunity to lead modernisation of Jersey’s Trade Mark Regime to and promote Jersey as an attractive jurisdiction for Intellectual Property holding management and administrative activities.
Are you suitable for this role?
This role would suit a self-driven individual who has experience in the Intellectual Property regime with strong analysis and research skills. People management and system implementation experience is preferred. Trade Mark examiner experience would be advantageous but training will be provided for the successful candidate.
Why us?
Working in the JFSC will enable you to join a team people who have purpose, passion, and pride. It offers the opportunity to work alongside people, who are passionate about maintaining Jersey’s position as a leading International Finance Centre with high regulatory standards. This clarity on our purpose is incredibly motivating and we leverage our core values of: Excellence, Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork to deliver our work. Our people are proud of their work and their contribution to Jersey. If you are looking to make a difference, have a unique working experience and contribute to a bigger picture, then think JFSC; a diverse team of people who put their hearts and minds into what they do and have some fun along the way!