Frequently asked Questions
What types of firms do you work with?
I work with regulated financial services firms across crypto exchanges, payment institutions, e-money issuers, fintechs, and traditional finance. My clients range from early-stage startups preparing for their first licence to established firms expanding into new markets. I’m particularly experienced with organisations navigating the intersection of digital assets and traditional financial services.
How do your engagement models work?
I offer four engagement models: Project-based work with defined scope and deliverables (such as a regulatory gap analysis or policy suite), Retainer arrangements for ongoing advisory support with predictable monthly commitment, Fractional appointments where I serve as your part-time Head of Compliance or MLRO with formal regulatory responsibility, and Permanent roles where I join your organisation full-time as an employee.
What jurisdictions do you cover?
I’ve built compliance frameworks across 30+ jurisdictions, with deep experience in the UK, Ireland, Luxembourg, UAE (VARA and FSRA), Bahrain, Nigeria, South Africa, and broader EMEA markets. I hold government-approved person status in Ireland (PCF-12, PCF-52) and the UAE, and have direct regulatory engagement experience with the FCA, CBI, CSSF, FSRA and others.
How do I know if I need external compliance support?
Common triggers include: preparing for a licence application, expanding into a new jurisdiction, responding to regulatory feedback, lacking in-house compliance expertise, or needing independent review of existing frameworks. If you’re unsure, I offer a free consultation to give you an honest assessment of whether external support makes sense for your situation.
What is ChatKYC?
ChatKYC is an AI-powered compliance platform that I co-founded. It’s purpose-built for compliance professionals—not a generic chatbot with compliance bolted on. ChatKYC can generate compliance documents, analyse existing policies for gaps, and answer regulatory questions with sourced references. It’s currently in alpha testing with select users.
Do you offer fractional Head of Compliance or MLRO services?
Yes. I provide SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) and SMF17 (MLRO) coverage for FCA-regulated firms, as well as equivalent roles in other jurisdictions where I hold approved person status. This gives you senior compliance leadership and regulatory accountability without the cost of a full-time hire—ideal for growing firms or those between permanent appointments.
What types of firms do you work with?
I work with regulated financial services firms across crypto exchanges, payment institutions, e-money issuers, fintechs, and traditional finance. My clients range from early-stage startups preparing for their first licence to established firms expanding into new markets. I’m particularly experienced with organisations navigating the intersection of digital assets and traditional financial services.
How do your engagement models work?
I offer four engagement models: Project-based work with defined scope and deliverables (such as a regulatory gap analysis or policy suite), Retainer arrangements for ongoing advisory support with predictable monthly commitment, Fractional appointments where I serve as your part-time Head of Compliance or MLRO with formal regulatory responsibility, and Permanent roles where I join your organisation full-time as an employee.
What jurisdictions do you cover?
I’ve built compliance frameworks across 30+ jurisdictions, with deep experience in the UK, Ireland, Luxembourg, UAE (VARA and FSRA), Bahrain, Nigeria, South Africa, and broader EMEA markets. I hold government-approved person status in Ireland (PCF-12, PCF-52) and the UAE, and have direct regulatory engagement experience with the FCA, CBI, CSSF, FSRA and others.
How do I know if I need external compliance support?
Common triggers include: preparing for a licence application, expanding into a new jurisdiction, responding to regulatory feedback, lacking in-house compliance expertise, or needing independent review of existing frameworks. If you’re unsure, I offer a free consultation to give you an honest assessment of whether external support makes sense for your situation.
What is ChatKYC?
ChatKYC is an AI-powered compliance platform that I co-founded. It’s purpose-built for compliance professionals—not a generic chatbot with compliance bolted on. ChatKYC can generate compliance documents, analyse existing policies for gaps, and answer regulatory questions with sourced references. It’s currently in alpha testing with select users.
Do you offer fractional Head of Compliance or MLRO services?
Yes. I provide SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) and SMF17 (MLRO) coverage for FCA-regulated firms, as well as equivalent roles in other jurisdictions where I hold approved person status. This gives you senior compliance leadership and regulatory accountability without the cost of a full-time hire—ideal for growing firms or those between permanent appointments.
What types of firms do you work with?
I work with regulated financial services firms across crypto exchanges, payment institutions, e-money issuers, fintechs, and traditional finance. My clients range from early-stage startups preparing for their first licence to established firms expanding into new markets. I’m particularly experienced with organisations navigating the intersection of digital assets and traditional financial services.
How do your engagement models work?
I offer four engagement models: Project-based work with defined scope and deliverables (such as a regulatory gap analysis or policy suite), Retainer arrangements for ongoing advisory support with predictable monthly commitment, Fractional appointments where I serve as your part-time Head of Compliance or MLRO with formal regulatory responsibility, and Permanent roles where I join your organisation full-time as an employee.
What jurisdictions do you cover?
I’ve built compliance frameworks across 30+ jurisdictions, with deep experience in the UK, Ireland, Luxembourg, UAE (VARA and FSRA), Bahrain, Nigeria, South Africa, and broader EMEA markets. I hold government-approved person status in Ireland (PCF-12, PCF-52) and the UAE, and have direct regulatory engagement experience with the FCA, CBI, CSSF, FSRA and others.
How do I know if I need external compliance support?
Common triggers include: preparing for a licence application, expanding into a new jurisdiction, responding to regulatory feedback, lacking in-house compliance expertise, or needing independent review of existing frameworks. If you’re unsure, I offer a free consultation to give you an honest assessment of whether external support makes sense for your situation.
What is ChatKYC?
ChatKYC is an AI-powered compliance platform that I co-founded. It’s purpose-built for compliance professionals—not a generic chatbot with compliance bolted on. ChatKYC can generate compliance documents, analyse existing policies for gaps, and answer regulatory questions with sourced references. It’s currently in alpha testing with select users.
Do you offer fractional Head of Compliance or MLRO services?
Yes. I provide SMF16 (Compliance Oversight) and SMF17 (MLRO) coverage for FCA-regulated firms, as well as equivalent roles in other jurisdictions where I hold approved person status. This gives you senior compliance leadership and regulatory accountability without the cost of a full-time hire—ideal for growing firms or those between permanent appointments.