Jacintha Hughes has been promoted to the newly created position of chief administration officer of the Bermuda Stock Exchange.

Greg Wojciechowski, president and chief executive officer of the BSX, said: “It is with great pleasure that I announce the appointment of Jacintha Hughes to the position of chief administration officer of the BSX.

“Jacintha has been a valued member of the BSX team since 1999 and her commitment to the continued development of the BSX has contributed directly to the exchange’s success.”

In her new role, Ms Hughes will be responsible for the corporate functions relating to finance, human resources and office administration of the BSX. In addition, she will support corporate integration between the BSX and MIAX.

Ms Hughes said: “I am excited to be moving into this new role and thankful for the support Greg and the exchange team have provided during my career at the BSX. I look forward to contributing to the further growth and expansion of the exchange.”