Matt Beresford

Country Head, Jersey & UK

 Jersey

In his role at Gen II, Matt oversees operations across Jersey and the UK, with a focus on supporting leadership across teams, embedding a culture of continuous improvement, and ensuring operational alignment with our governance standards. He plays a critical role in maintaining strong, credible relationships with our regulatory bodies and enhancing the effectiveness of our control environment.

Prior to joining Gen II, he most recently served as Country Head for an international banking group where he led operational teams across the business. Throughout his career, he has established a strong reputation for developing talent, building high-performing teams, implementing continuous improvement frameworks, and fostering strong relationships with regulators and local stakeholders.

He has also held senior roles, including Head of Retail for the Channel Islands and Isle of Man, Head of Expatriate Banking, and Area Director in Central London, where he successfully opened the flagship branch for a major international retail bank.

Matt holds an MBA and is a Chartered Manager through the CMI.