Jersey has developed a well-respected and forward-thinking funds sector, offering regimes that range from retail options to more sophisticated and institutional structures. Over time, it has evolved into a specialist centre for alternative asset classes, such as hedge, real estate, and private equity funds, which now account for around 81% of its overall funds business.

US$695 billion

Total funds business in Jersey (March 2025)

88%

of funds investing in alternatives

750 Jersey Private Funds

formed since their launch in 2017

Explore our Business Directory to find Jersey-based experts across the full spectrum of fund services.

Why Jersey for Funds?

AIFMD and NPPRs
Skilled Workforce
Regulation
Innovation
Endorsements
Substance
Tax Neutrality
'No Change' Solution

Access our funds factsheets for detailed, up-to-date technical information on Jersey’s fund regimes and regulatory frameworks.

Jersey offers a wide range of fund types and structures and has substantial experience of the full spectrum of fund strategies and asset classes.

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Featured news and insights

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Jersey’s funds sector is a leader in Shariah-compliant asset management. The jurisdiction is a preferred domicile for developed asset classes, such as real estate, private equity, commodity, and equity, for Shariah-compliant fund mandates.

Key Contact

Elliot Refson
Elliot RefsonHead of Funds, Jersey Finance
Elliot re-joined Jersey Finance in November 2018 from Crestbridge where he managed their Management Company Services Group.

Elliot’s role is to help define Jersey’s product offering for funds as well as to oversee the strategy and execution of marketing Jersey as both a domicile and destination for Alternative Investment Managers and their funds.

Regional Contacts

Nicola Le Brocq
Nicola Le BrocqDirector – Funds and Corporate, UK, Jersey Finance
Philip A. Pirecki
Philip A. PireckiJersey Finance Lead in the Americas
Yiow Chong Tan
Yiow Chong TanDirector – South East Asia, Jersey Finance
An Kelles
An KellesDirector – GCC, Jersey Finance
Dr Rufaro Nyakatawa
Dr Rufaro NyakatawaMarket Development Consultant – Africa, Jersey Finance
Faizal Bhana
Faizal BhanaDirector – Middle East, Africa and India, Jersey Finance