New Zealand’s Financial Markets Authority (FMA) promoted Liam Mason to general counsel, responsible for advising the FMA executive and board and leading the enforcement, policy and governance, corporate legal and investigations teams.

Wellington-based Mr Mason, who has worked at the FMA since its establishment in 2011, brings deep experience and institutional knowledge to the role, FMA CEO Rob Everett says.

“He is a key adviser on a broad range of matters relating to the FMA’s remit and he continues to be an invaluable part of our leadership team,” Mr Everett said.

Mr Mason has held various roles at the FMA, including Acting CEO, Director of Regulation and Director of Governance, Policy and Strategy. He also held senior roles at the FMA’s predecessor, the Securities Commission.

John Botica will act as Director of Regulation alongside his current role of Director of Market Engagement.