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 has been our Policy and Research Manager 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 in January 2022 as Admin & Operations Executive.

Geisla has acquired a portfolio of skills, with roles in Derivatives Operations and Asset Management 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.

Rob is our Marketing and Communications Manager, leading on media, digital and events activity.

Most recently, Rob was Head of Communications at Ofwat, where he oversaw the regulator’s press office and external affairs. Prior to that, he was posted at the Gambling Commission, leading communications for the tendering of the National Lottery operating licence. His previous experience includes communications roles in the transport and construction sectors.

Outside of work, Rob is the deputy chair of a non-profit community organisation, and enjoys spending free time looking after his allotment.

Alessandro joined the Commission in July 2025 on secondment from our member firm KPMG, where he is a graduate consultant in their People Service Line (Advisory).

During his career, his specialisms have included the design and delivery of large-scale learning academies in fraud and financial crime, as well as risk management and culture at major financial services institutions. In Alessandro’s first year at KPMG, he worked closely with our colleagues at the City of London Corporation on a joint report looking into the future of AI and the sector’s workforce.

Alessandro joined KPMG off the back of a master’s degree (MSt) in modern languages, having graduated in History and French. He is a keen explorer of all things cultural and loves exploring new places, whether at walking or running pace.

Serena joined the Commission in March 2025, on secondment from our member firm PwC.

She brings to the team more than eight years of experience with PwC’s Workforce team, specialising in change and adoption. Serena focuses on large-scale transformations, planning and delivering effective change management strategies, and helping senior leaders simplify complex changes for their teams and stakeholders. She specialises in embedding new behaviours, ways of working, and driving sustainable adoption.

Outside of work, Serena enjoys live music, hiking, and exploring new cities.

Zixuan Wang joined the Commission in April 2025 on secondment from our member firm EY, where she is a second-year consultant in their people consulting team.

She holds a master’s degree in education from University College London. During her time at EY, Zixuan has contributed to multiple projects in learning consulting, managed learning services, change management, culture, and ways of working.

Alison joined the Commission in July 2025, on attachment from our member firm NatWest.

As financial services roles continue to evolve at pace, Alison will work alongside our members to define our policy recommendations for flexibility in the apprenticeship levy.

Alison brings to the team more than twenty years of experience in financial services. Over the last five years, she has been responsible for leading professional capability strategy at NatWest, working extensively with professional bodies, training providers and government agencies to ensure certified training programmes deliver the right skills to suit evolving business needs.