Our Team

Claire Tunley is the Chief Executive of the Financial Services Skills Commission, appointed in May 2020.

Prior to this role, Claire was Head of Skills at City of London Corporation leading on skills and talent policy. In this role, Claire was seconded to the Financial Services Skills Taskforce as subject matter expert on skills; led the creation of a sector deal on apprenticeships between the Professional Business Services Council and government; worked with the Government Equalities Office to create an action-based guide on supporting women’s progression in the work place; and created an innovative partnership with local schools to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds to gain a professional financial services qualification.

Claire has worked in skills and economic development in both local and central government roles for over 20 years. Claire is a member of the Institute of Leadership and Management and is a governor of a secondary academy located in an area of deprivation and is the nominated lead governor for careers.

Katharina Ehrhart, Policy and Research Manager, Financial Services Skills Commission

Katharina has been the Policy and Research Manager at the FSSC since February 2021, working collaboratively to solve complex questions. She leads on the future skills report and annual member survey and enjoys presenting her findings to big and small audiences – including as keynote speaker, podcast guest and panellist.

Her nine years of experience in the research world include roles at the City of London, London School of Economics, EU Commission and a consultancy in Paris.

Katharina speaks three languages and holds a Masters Degree in Political Science / European Studies. She alternates her hobbies depending on the season but cycles and swims outdoors year-round.

Gregg joined the FSSC as Programme Director in November 2021. Gregg oversees the FSSC workstreams and projects, working closely with members to develop products and services.

Previously, Gregg was Head of Policy and Stakeholder Engagement at the FSCB. Gregg has held a range of policy and project management roles across the public, private and not for profit sectors.

When not running around the park with his kids, Gregg enjoys playing the trumpet, badly.

Geisla joined the Commission as Admin and Operations Executive in January 2022.

Geisla has acquired a portfolio of skills, spending 8 years at Goldman Sachs International with roles in Derivatives Operations and European Funds Board where she led the Governance and Oversight role of Goldman Sachs Asset Management mutual and alternative funds in Luxembourg, Ireland & Cayman Islands.

Geisla also has experience in Residential & Commercial Real Estate & Business Management. Prior to joining the Commission, Geisla was Senior Property Manager for a mixed portfolio in Central London, and before this she worked as the Commercial Director for Diversity & Inclusion expert & International Leadership Speaker, René Carayol MBE.

Geisla speaks three languages and enjoys concerts and watching her daughter play tennis.

Matthew joined the FSSC in April 2022 as Policy and Programme Executive. He has worked in policy and public affairs for many years, specialising in developing policy solutions to complex challenges, across the public, private and voluntary sectors. He has previously worked for a number of representative bodies, including the Association of British Insurers, Motor Insurers’ Bureau and the Local Government Association. He has also spent a number of years in self-employment, consulting for a range of firms in the retail and financial services sectors. He holds a Masters degree in Politics and Administration from Birkbeck College. His interests include history, travel, architecture and art.

Riya joined the FSSC in May 2024 on secondment from PwC, where she is part of the HR and Workforce Transformation practice. Riya is a consultant with a deep interest in Employee Experience, Talent, and Process Optimisation. Much of her experience has centred around recruitment and technology implementation.  Riya previously worked in similar roles at Deloitte and the London Borough of Camden with experience across many sectors including food and beverage, central government, and legal.

Outside of work Riya is often out on adventures with her husband and young children. Her interests include cooking, music and travel.

Sophie joined the FSSC at the end of May 2024 on a secondment from KPMG, where she is a Financial Services Consultant in the KPMG People Consulting practice.

Sophie has experience delivering projects for Banking and Insurance clients focussing on change management, strategic communications, learning strategies and workforce transformation. Sophie is interested in applying her ESG expertise in supporting clients across their people, skills and transformation agendas.

Sophie studied History at the University of Edinburgh, where she graduated in July 2021 with a First Class Honours.

Outside of work Sophie’s interests include running, skiing and taking care of her dog.

Robert joined the FSSC as Interim Membership and Stakeholder Engagement Manager in July 2024.

He is responsible for leading stakeholder engagement and delivering an outstanding membership experience.

Robert had most recently worked at the Institution of Civil Engineers, leading on stakeholder engagement and public affairs. During Robert’s time at the Institution of Engineering and Technology, his roles included External Communications Manager and Public Affairs Manager. Previous positions included communications and engagement roles at a government education agency, a train operating company and a local authority.

Outside of work, Robert is a charity trustee, chairs his local residents’ group and enjoys keeping up to date with current affairs.