Sheila Nicoll was director of conduct policy at the FSA
A former director of the FSA has taken up a new role as head of public policy at Schroders.
Sheila Nicoll was director of conduct policy at the FSA and oversaw a number of "complex policy initiatives" including the retail distribution review.
She joined the FSA as director, retail firms division in 2007.
Prior to that she was deputy chief executive at the Investment Management Association.
Ms Nicoll joined EY in 2013 as a senior advisor, helping clients with public policy and regulatory issues with a specific focus on the UK and Europe.
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Massimo Tosato, executive vice chairman of global asset management company Schroders, said: "Schroders has been a long-term supporter of meaningful regulation, acknowledging the role it plays in improving trust, protecting the customer and enhancing market stability.
"In creating this new role we want to enhance our engagement with regulatory change globally to promote the best outcome for our clients and the firm.
"I am delighted to welcome Sheila to Schroders. The depth of her expertise in public policy and regulation is unparalleled.
"The pragmatic approach she has adopted throughout her career will be invaluable in helping us contribute more actively to the significant changes the industry will face in the coming years."
