Lyford a UK-based specialist private banking firm specialising in bespoke asset-backed lending and bridging finance for UHNW individuals, families  and global family offices, has announced the strategic appointment of a finance specialist to its team.

The appointment of Jonathan Carfi reinforces Lyford’s commitment to delivering sophisticated, and discreet tailored liquidity solutions tailored to the complex financial ecosystems of the world’s wealthiest families.

Jonathan Carfi brings more than eight years international experience across top tier management consulting and corporate development. Jonathan joins from KPMG LLP’s Deal Advisory practice in London, where he specialised in Strategy & Performance Transformation. Jonathan is experienced in navigating complex capital structures and cross-border financing.

Prior to his time in London, Jonathan worked at Garen Crest Pty. Ltd. in Melbourne, Australia, following senior advisory and analytical roles at Deloitte Australia and AGL Energy.

In his new role at Lyford Jonathan will focus on providing  high-value funding, ensuring that UHNW clients can capitalise on time-sensitive investment opportunities, real estate acquisitions, and generational wealth transitions without disrupting their broader portfolio strategies.

Matt Meehan, Lyford commented: "In the current economic climate, agility and sophistication are paramount for UHNW families, individuals and family offices. By adding a professional with credentials from KPMG and Deloitte to our team, we are further elevating our ability to structure secure, bespoke asset-backed bridging solutions for our elite client base."