Fairway Group Makes Board Appointment and Series of Key Promotions

Jersey headquartered, independent Private Client, Corporate, Funds and Pensions services provider, Fairway Group, has appointed Jodie Gray to its board of directors, while eight further colleagues have also been promoted.

Client Director Jodie Gray, who joined Fairway in 2023, has been appointed to the board of directors of Fairway Trust Limited, recognising her consistent professionalism, sound judgement and effectiveness as a leader.

Mark Andrews, Managing Director, Fairway, said: “Jodie demonstrates professionalism, sound judgement and is an exceptionally effective leader. She has successfully led a demanding client portfolio with clarity and confidence, consistently delivering high-quality outcomes. From day one, she has built strong relationships, represented the business with credibility and brought people together to achieve the best results for clients. These are exactly the qualities she’ll bring to the Fairway Trust Limited Board.”

Across the business, eight further promotions have been made recognising each individual’s dedication, expertise, and contributions to the firm. These promotions include Nicole Stower to Client Director, Pensions; Heidi Chilvers to Manager, Compliance; and Ana Freitas to Manager, Company Secretarial Services in Madeira.

“I am delighted to celebrate a number of well-deserved promotions across the Fairway Group,” said Alistair Rothwell, Chief Executive Officer. “These colleagues have demonstrated exceptional skill, professionalism, and commitment to both clients and colleagues. At Fairway, we foster a collaborative environment that nurtures talent, and it is incredibly rewarding to see our people progress and take on new challenges in their careers.”

The promotions include:

·       Jodie Gray: Director, Private Client

·       Nicole Stower: Client Director, Pensions

·       Heidi Chilvers: Manager, Compliance

·       Ana Freitas: Manager, Company Secretarial Services

·       Monica Freitas: Assistant Manager, Company Secretarial Services

·       Vladimira Renner: Senior Trust Officer

·       Carla Moniz: Senior Administrator, Pensions

·       Conor O’Byrne: Senior Administrator, Funds

·       Charlotte Austin: Administrator, Funds

Nicole Stower, Client Director, Pensions, has been with Fairway since February 2013, and is an integral member of the pensions team, specialising in local pension arrangements and providing trusted guidance to both clients and intermediaries. Nicole’s role has more recently expanded to cover local corporate pensions and international employee incentive structures. She is recognised for her operational expertise, client-focused approach, and collaborative leadership.

Heidi Chilvers, Compliance Manager, oversees the day-to-day compliance activities of the business, ensuring adherence to applicable laws, regulations, Codes of Practice, and internal policies. With over 11 years at Fairway, Heidi brings deep compliance expertise and a commitment to improving processes, fostering cross-team collaboration, and helping the firm stay ahead of regulatory developments.

Ana Freitas, Manager of Fairway’s Company Secretarial Support Services team in Madeira has over 18 years’ experience in the International Business Centre of the Madeira Free Trade Zone. Ana brings extensive corporate governance and regulatory knowledge. Her meticulous attention to detail, organisational skills, and collaborative approach make her a trusted leader within the team.

Other promoted colleagues include Monica Freitas, Vladimira Renner, Carla Moniz, Conor O’Byrne, and Charlotte Austin, who have all contributed significantly to the delivery of high-quality client services across the Group.

Fairway Group was established in Jersey in 2000 and has enjoyed continuous growth since its launch and today employs 132 people across its offices in Jersey, Dubai, Kuwait, Singapore and Madeira.  A ‘consciously independent’ owner-managed business, Fairway is a leading provider of private client, corporate and funds services as well as pensions and innovative savings products.