Amiqus Strengthens Leadership in AML Expertise
Scottish fintech Amiqus has just appointed Graham MacKenzie, an expert in Anti-
Money Laundering (AML), as its Director of AML & Financial Crime Risk.
Graham brings with him over a decade of hands-on experience in AML and financial
crime regulation. His career includes roles as Chair of the UK AML Supervisors
Forum, member of the Legal Sector Affinity Group (LSAG), and Head of AML at the
Law Society of Scotland.
Enhancing AML Capabilities in a Rapidly Changing Sector
With an increase in regulatory demands and the increasing need for firms to
proactively manage AML risks, Amiqus is doubling down on its investment in AML
solutions. Graham’s appointment is more than a leadership shift, it marks the next
phase in Amiqus’ strategy to scale its AML platform for high-volume financial
services and wealth management clients.
As part of this evolution, Amiqus is launching a new AML consulting service. This
capability will enhance its existing offerings by providing clients with bespoke
content, premium support, and access to regulatory guidance, independent audits,
and horizon scanning for upcoming regulatory changes.
Looking Ahead
Amiqus is shaping the future of AML services and with Graham, the company will
lead the charge in equipping regulated firms with the tools, knowledge, and
support they need to navigate an increasingly challenging regulatory environment.
Callum Murray, CEO of Amiqus, commented:
“We’ve committed to scaling the impact Amiqus has by 10x over the next few years.
To do that it’s critically important we’re able to attract the very best people to join us
across a wide variety of roles."
I’ve known and respected Graham for a number of years in his previous role and I’m
excited for us to put our plans to work, supporting our teams, clients and delivering on
the potential we have to fundamentally change the way people are able to reusably
access regulated products and services online."
Graham MacKenzie commented:
“After eight incredible years setting up and running the AML function at the Law
Society of Scotland, I have gotten to know the team at Amiqus really well. I've always
been impressed not only by the quality of their product and solutions but by their
overall mission and objectives - growing ethically, sustainably and purposefully, using
business as a force for good and making access to legal and other professional
services simpler for everyone.”
“When making the decision to move on from the Society, it was important to me to
know these are the principles which continue to guide Callum and everyone who
works at Amiqus.”
“As money laundering and other economic crime risks become ever more complex, and
the regulatory landscape expands to keep pace, it is clear to me that using technology
you can trust is not only a competitive advantage - it has increasingly become an
imperative. “
“As an ex-regulator, I'm acutely aware of the pressures all professional firms face in
the current environment. There is however, a huge amount of untapped potential to
use technology to help firms in this space and I'm looking forward to using my
experience and expertise to support Amiqus and their clients unlock this opportunity,
and with wider AML/economic crime compliance requirements.”
