Face to Face Ep.5 | The new voice of AIC NSW
About this episode
Face to Face Episode 5 sees Angelique Opie sit down with Jonathan Smithers, the new CEO of the Australian Institute of Conveyancers NSW, for a wide-ranging conversation about conveyancing, advocacy and the pressures facing the profession. From AML/CTF reform and deposit flicking to the cost of compliance, professional confidence and the future of the industry, […]
Show notes
Face to Face Episode 5 sees Angelique Opie sit down with Jonathan Smithers, the new CEO of the Australian Institute of Conveyancers NSW, for a wide-ranging conversation about conveyancing, advocacy and the pressures facing the profession.
From AML/CTF reform and deposit flicking to the cost of compliance, professional confidence and the future of the industry, this episode explores how AIC NSW’s new chief executive sees the road ahead.
Jonathan also reflects on his career in property law, his time as president of the Law Society of England and Wales, his move to Australia to lead the Law Council of Australia, and why he says joining AIC NSW feels like “coming home to conveyancing”.
Hosted by Angelique Opie, this episode features:
Jonathan Smithers – CEO, Australian Institute of Conveyancers NSWThe discussion covers:
Jonathan’s first weeks as AIC NSW CEO
AML/CTF reform and the cost of compliance
Deposit flicking and emerging policy issues
Why conveyancers should value their work
Advocacy, government and regulatory reform
The role of AIC NSW in growing the profession
Jonathan’s career across the UK and Australia
His life outside work, including singing with Sydney Philharmonia Choirs