State Street's Jamila Jeffcoate deservedly picked up the 2018 International Securities Finance (ISF) Lifetime Achievement Award at a gala dinner on September 19.

Jamila has been with State Street in London since 2003, having worked previously at Deutsche Bank where she managed their securities lending trading desk for 5 years.

In 2013, Jamila was responsible for the implementation of Enhanced Custody, State Street’s principal offering which provides financing arrangements to alternative asset managers.

She is currently Head of Agency Securities Lending in EMEA, responsible for the Trading and Relationship Management functions in the region.

“Jamila is an integral part of the Agency Lending business at State Street and it is fantastic to see her receive this Lifetime Achievement award in recognition of the incredible work she has done not only here but also for the wider industry,” said Alex Lawton, State Street’s Head of Securities Finance, EMEA.

“She is an established market expert, has seen and driven a large amount of change and evolution in our industry over the years and has managed teams through some of the most challenging of times. She has also always been a strong and continual advocate for raising standards in the industry and defining best practice."

Lawton added: “Equally as important has been Jamila’s efforts in mentoring people in the industry and acting as a role model to all. Her forthright, honest and sincere approach combined with her expertise and experience, mean there are always people asking her for help and advice and people often comment on what an inspiration Jamila has been to them as they have started out or moved through their careers.

“We are privileged to have her as a colleague at State Street and many congratulations on the award and deserved recognition.”