WHO WE ARE
FCS Compliance (FCS) is an established specialist in the provision of AML compliance, consultancy and training for businesses covered by the Money Laundering Regulations – including estate agencies, art market participants, law firms, property auctioneers and high-value dealers. Our services are used by leading organisations, large and small, across the UK and major industry associations that demand the very highest standards.
HOW WE CAN HELP
We offer a comprehensive suite of practical solutions to ease the burden of AML compliance on regulated businesses and help them meet their legal obligations. Our services include AML audits, the provision of written policies and procedures, risk assessments and training courses, as well as support through HMRC inspections and fully-outsourced customer due diligence (CDD) services. We will work alongside you to alleviate anxiety, free up your time, promote best practice and help ensure your firm is compliant.
MEET THE TEAM
Our highly-skilled and respected team are experts in financial investigation – many with a law-enforcement background across a number of police forces including City of London, Metropolitan, Thames Valley and South Wales as well as the legal sector, financial services, art market and within regulatory authorities. Our collective wealth of experience means we not only understand the complexities of AML legislation, but critically, the measures needed to deliver absolute certainty and protection for you and your business.
MALCOLM DRISCOLL MA AICA Int. Adv. Cert (AML)
LEAD AML CONSULTANT, FCS COMPLIANCE PROPERTY DIVISION
Working for over 30 years in the Police Service in London in the investigation of serious and complex fraud and money laundering, Malcolm has an in-depth knowledge of how criminals seek to launder the proceeds of criminal activity on a global scale. An accredited NCA Mentor and Financial Investigator, Malcolm holds a Master of Arts Degree in Fraud Management and has extensive experience working alongside regulatory bodies, such as HMRC, the Law Society and the FCA. He is a member of the International Compliance Association (ICA) holding an Advanced Certificate in Anti-Money Laundering.
RENA NEVILLE
HEAD OF FCS COMPLIANCE ART DIVISION
Heading up FCS Compliance Art Division, Rena benefits from a unique combination of art world and international legal and business experience built on a 30-year career at Sotheby’s. She has been exclusively devoted to providing art market AML assistance for the last two years through her company Corinth Consulting and as part of FCS Compliance. At Sotheby’s, Rena was the first Global Compliance Director, as well as serving other roles there such as European General Counsel and Global Head of Litigation. Prior to Sotheby’s, she was an associate at the law firm Sullivan & Cromwell.
Some of her more recent activity includes joining a discussion hosted by the Financial Action Task Force discussing FATF’s inaugural report on art and antiquities, as well as participating in a panel entitled ‘Preventing and Remedying Wrongdoings in the Art Market: Which Legal Tools?‘, hosted by the International Scientific and Professional Advisory Council on the United Nations Crime and Prevention and Criminal Justice Programme. She often writes and comments on money laundering regulations and the art market.
CAROLINE WALTERS AICA
DIRECTOR OF AML QUALITY ASSURANCE, FCS COMPLIANCE
Caroline worked for Thames Valley Police for 13 years involved in the investigation of serious and organised crime, including fraud and theft, and working in the Child Protection Team. Since leaving the police service she has worked in both the UK public and private sector as well as offshore in the Channel islands as part of the health service ensuring compliance with patient healthcare regulations. Caroline is a member of the International Compliance Association (ICA).
STEPHEN WILLIAMSON MICA (AML Dip)
SENIOR AML CONSULTANT, FCS COMPLIANCE
Stephen has spent 17 years working in the banking industry specialising in both property finance and latterly managing fraud and anti-money laundering teams for a number of different organisations, from tier 1 banks through to electronic money institutions. Stephen also has first-hand experience of the London property market having spent many years both working for and running a property development firm that specialised in dealing with high-net-worth individuals from the Middle East. He is a member of the International Compliance Association (ICA) holding a Diploma in Anti Money Laundering.
JONATHAN EVANS AICA Cert (KYC/CDD)
SENIOR AML CONSULTANT, FCS COMPLIANCE
Jonathan Evans was an Officer in South Wales Police for 30 years. He played a central role in the investigation and prosecution of serious crime including fraud, internal police corruption, financial investigation including money laundering and police disciplinary matters.
JEN SIWICKI BA (HONS) AICA Cert (KYC/CDD)
SENIOR AML CONSULTANT, FCS COMPLIANCE
With a background in both the NCA (formerly the Serious Organised Crime Agency) and the Economic Crime Directorate of the City of London Police, Jen specialises in the analysis and investigation of complex frauds and global money laundering cases affecting both private individuals and the business sector. She is a member of the International Compliance Association (ICA) holding a Certificate in KYC and CDD.
SUZANNE WHITE AICA Cert (KYC/CDD)
SENIOR AML CONSULTANT, FCS COMPLIANCE
Suzanne has over 25 years of banking and financial services experience, working for Halifax UK. While working in the sector she delivered a high standard of customer service, within a regulated environment, with due diligence at its core. Suzanne is a member of the International Compliance Association (ICA) holding a Certificate in KYC and CDD.
PAULA TROMMEL
HEAD ADVISOR, FCS COMPLIANCE ART DIVISION
Paula’s particular strengths lie in her art market and regulatory experience. While at the Financial Conduct Authority, the UK Regulator, she was responsible for the investigation of financial crime cases, including money laundering, putting her regulatory knowledge to use. At Corinth Consulting, she gained extensive international experience in designing and implementing compliance and anti-money laundering programmes. Her art world experience comes from working with the Fine Art Group as well as Christie’s legal and compliance departments.
Her recent publications include articles for Artribune in Italy, as well as The Art Newspaper and she has participated in panels such as the London Art Business Conference as well as the Dallas Art Fair in the US.
RACHEL HOUSTON AICA Cert (AML)
AML CONSULTANT, FCS COMPLIANCE
With a considerable background working as an AML analyst in the International Private Banking and Legal sectors, Rachel specialises in conducting Enhanced Customer Due Diligence and brings a wealth of experience to the team. Rachel holds an International Compliance Association (ICA) Certificate in Anti Money Laundering.
CHANDITHA HERATH AICA Cert (KYC/CDD)
AML ANALYST, FCS COMPLIANCE
Chanditha has over 10 years of management and compliance experience within the telecommunication sector. He has a background in compliance monitoring, fraud investigations, risk assessments and compliance training in an FCA-regulated environment. Chanditha holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) and a postgraduate diploma in management studies.
CHARLEY KIRK
AML CONSULTANT, FCS COMPLIANCE
With a background in compliance consultancy and training, Charley brings both legislation and communication expertise to the FCS team together with years of experience in risk management and fraud investigation.
HELEN GRINDEY AICA Cert (KYC/CDD)
AML CONSULTANT, FCS COMPLIANCE
Helen worked for over 15 years in the public sector ensuring compliance with government guidelines, evaluating and embedding a risk-based approach within educational institutions. In addition, Helen brings a rich background in customer service and technical support to the FCS team.
PATRICE DOLOR AICA Int. Adv. Cert (AML)
AML ANALYST, FCS COMPLIANCE
With years of experience within compliance in both the public and private sector, Patrice has a strong foundation in anti-money laundering, counter terrorist financing and fraud investigation. Having previously worked in the Economic Crime Supervision team at HMRC, Patrice also brings knowledge from a regulatory and legislative viewpoint.
LEAH RYAN AICA Cert (KYC/CDD)
AML CONSULTANT, FCS COMPLIANCE
Prior to FCS Compliance, Leah built up several years of experience working in the property sector as an AML Analyst/Senior AML Analyst, with a focus on escalations. Leah is a member of the ICA and completed her ICA course in KYC and CDD back in 2021.
GEORGIE TARRY
ACCOUNT DIRECTOR, FCS COMPLIANCE
As the first port of call for those needing help with their AML obligations, Georgie can quickly advise on the most suitable and effective ways that we can support you and your business. Contact Georgie to learn more about the range of services available from FCS Compliance, to seek guidance or to book you and/or your staff on an AML training course.
ANNIE MILLERSHIP
CLIENT SERVICES MANAGER, FCS COMPLIANCE
Annie has worked within the real estate sector for over a decade, firstly in commercial and latterly within residential property development. She brings a wealth of experience to FCS Compliance, making her well placed to assist with your AML compliance needs.
HANNAH EVANS
OFFICE MANAGER, FCS COMPLIANCE ART DIVISION
Hannah has worked across the art market for several years and has a background in the financial market. She splits her time between FCS Compliance and PAIAM (Professional Advisors to the International Art Market).
CHARLOTTE AMNER
SENIOR MARKETING MANAGER, FCS COMPLIANCE
Please get in touch if you would like to discuss working with FCS Compliance as a partnership, or for any content or press opportunities.
EMMA HERRIMAN
MARKETING DIRECTOR, FCS COMPLIANCE
Please get in touch with Emma if you are interested in working in partnership with FCS Compliance or are looking to add AML compliance expertise to your marketing programmes. We work alongside many leading UK industry associations and suppliers to bring vital AML solutions and specialist guidance directly to members and customers.
JAMES GOLFAR
MANAGING DIRECTOR, FCS COMPLIANCE
James has vast experience across a range of industries and is focused on building FCS Compliance into an industry-leading, full service compliance consultancy. James believes that by combining technology with the highest levels of customer service and subject knowledge, FCS Compliance will be the go-to partner.
OUR FOUNDER
JERRY WALTERS MICA Dip. AML/CTF
FOUNDER, FCS COMPLIANCE
Founder of FCS Compliance, Jerry Walters, was well-recognised as a master of AML with an exceptional level of knowledge, experience and skills in financial crime investigation and law enforcement. Prior to setting up FCS Compliance in 2016, Jerry worked for Thames Valley and for the City of London Police where he was to gain over 30 years’ of experience in financial crime and fraud investigation, leading the prosecution of numerous serious and complex money laundering cases. In 2019, FCS Compliance was acquired by LonRes and, led by Jerry, FCS quickly became an established, respected leader in money laundering compliance, chosen by leading organisations and industry associations across the UK.
Tragically, in June 2021, Jerry unexpectedly passed away during a cycle ride in Wales. Though very much missed by all who knew him, Jerry’s uncompromising dedication to customers continues to lie at the heart of the business and his passion for FCS Compliance to represent the gold standard in AML service provision lives on vibrantly through the expert team he built.