JTC appoints Mike Freer as Director to strengthen Employer Solutions Team 

Global professional services provider JTC has appointed Mike Freer as Director within its Employer Solutions team.

Mike Freer joins JTC with over 40 years of experience in financial services, having worked across multiple jurisdictions, including the UK and the Channel Islands.

In his new role, he will support both new and existing clients across the corporate, public and not-for-profit sectors in the design, implementation and administration of employee incentive, pension and share plan solutions. He will work closely with companies, trustees and other stakeholders to implement effective equity-based compensation arrangements that align employee rewards with wider business objectives, bringing a strong emphasis on client service and practical execution to the role.

Prior to joining JTC, Mike was Head of Business Development at a professional services firm, where he worked across domestic and international markets. He brings additional experience in establishing new markets in new jurisdictions, as well as securing legal and regulatory approvals. 

Mike also sits on the Fiscal Strategy Group standing committee, part of Jersey Finance, where he contributes to the consideration of future tax policy matters. He has supported the Government of Jersey through various working groups focused on the implementation of pension regulation and the development of an island-wide workplace pension, bringing a practical and informed perspective to these evolving policy initiatives. 

He holds an Associateship of the Chartered Institute of Bankers and the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) Financial Planning Certificate. 

Helier Le Main, Global Head of JTC Employer Solutions, commented: 

“Mike’s appointment is a fantastic addition to our Employer Solutions team. His extensive industry experience, strong background in international retirement and savings plans, deep understanding of the Channel Islands market and active role in shaping pension policy locally make him an outstanding fit for JTC.  

As demand for well-structured employee reward and retirement solutions continues to grow, Mike’s expertise will be invaluable to our clients and to the continued development of our offering.” 

Commenting on his appointment, Mike said: 

“I am delighted to be joining JTC at such an exciting time for the business. Employee incentive and pension arrangements play an increasingly important role in how organisations attract, retain and reward their people, and I’m looking forward to working with clients, trustees and colleagues to deliver practical, well-governed solutions that support their wider objectives.

JTC’s reputation for client service and technical excellence made this an easy decision and I’m looking forward to contributing to the continued growth of the team.”