About ConsultGC

At ConsultGC, we help Guernsey’s regulated firms navigate today’s evolving governance, risk, and compliance landscape. We offer deep local expertise and a commitment to practical, actionable solutions.

We serve a wide range of clients including trust companies, fund administrators, banks and insurers. Our regulatory consulting services support senior leaders – from directors and executives to compliance officers – across all stages of the regulatory lifecycle. Whether you’re launching a new structure, undergoing remediation, or subject to an investigation or enforcement, we are here to help.

Clients value our discretion, local insight, and real-world perspective. We take pride in delivering tailored advice that aligns with your commercial goals.

Our Purpose

To make complex regulatory matters clear, useful, and commercially aligned – so leadership teams can make confident decisions and deliver sustainable growth.

Our Values

Service First – Responsive, proactive and committed to exceeding expectations.
Tailored Advice – Every solution is designed for your business model, risk appetite and operating environment.
Integrity & Trust – Independent, discreet and confidential in every engagement.
Clarity – Simplifying obligations and governance frameworks to empower confident, well-informed decisions.

Our Expertise

ConsultGC offers expertise across all areas of regulation, governance and compliance with extensive experience in regulatory investigations and enforcement. We have a deep understanding of Guernsey’s regulatory requirements and effective remediation strategies. We understand both the expectations of the Guernsey Financial Services Commission and the practical needs of regulated businesses.

We provide advisory, assurance, and implementation support across the regulatory lifecycle including:

Governance & Advisory

Gap analyses, board effectiveness reviews, licensing and readiness assessments, and regulatory engagement.

Risk & Compliance

Independent reviews of Business Risk Assessments, AML/CFT frameworks, policies, and Compliance Monitoring Plans.

Audit & Assurance

Internal and independent audits, regulator-driven or event-specific, to enhance risk management and governance standards.

Enhanced Supervision & Remediation

Support before, during, and after regulatory inspections, reviews, or investigations, with remediation testing.

Training & Development

Bespoke training for boards, executives, and staff.

Horizon Scanning

Tailored updates on regulatory and governance developments.

Our Leadership

Charisma Lyall, Founder & Director

Charisma Lyall is a seasoned regulatory specialist with nearly two decades of experience across legal, regulatory, and governance roles. As former General Counsel of the Guernsey Financial Services Commission, she advised on complex regulatory issues, regulatory enforcement actions and investigations and the development of key supervisory laws. Her career also includes senior consulting roles and extensive board and committee experience across Guernsey’s financial services and non-profit sectors.

Charisma is an Advocate of the Royal Court of Guernsey (non-practicing), a Solicitor of the Senior Courts of England and Wales (non-practicing), and a Legal Practitioner of the Supreme Court of Queensland (non-practicing). She has led multi-year legislative projects, appeared in the Royal Court on behalf of the regulator, and advised at the highest levels on regulatory investigations and enforcement, governance, AML/CFT/CPF, and risk management.

In addition to her technical expertise, Charisma is active in the community, holding positions with the Guernsey Association of Trustees, the Guernsey Investment Fund Association, and the GSPCA. Charisma is also a member of the States of Guernsey Scrutiny Management Committee. Her leadership style combines technical depth with a pragmatic, outcome-focused approach, ensuring every ConsultGC engagement is director-led and delivered with independence, confidentiality, and clarity.

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