Team - Amanda McVey

An accomplished risk and compliance professional with over 20 years’ experience across accountancy, mid-tier and Big Four environments. Amanda is Associate Director of Quality Risk Management, with responsibilities spanning Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), Financial Crime and Data Protection Officer (DPO). Her focus is on strengthening governance, integrity and trust across the firm.

She brings extensive expertise in risk management, anti-money laundering (AML) due diligence, financial crime prevention, ethical standards and independence requirements, helping the firm stay aligned with an evolving regulatory landscape while remaining commercially practical. Amanda is known for translating complex regulations into clear, workable guidance that supports teams across the business.

With a proactive approach to her MLRO and financial crime responsibilities, she identifies risks early and works to resolve issues before they escalate. She also drafts and negotiates policies, procedures and engagement documentation that balance compliance with business needs.

As Data Protection Officer, Amanda also supports the firm’s approach to data protection and UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) compliance, promoting responsible data handling and best practices across the organisation.

A strong advocate of a “Compliance with Heart” ethos, Amanda champions clarity, trust and jargon-free communication, helping embed ethical decision-making and a positive compliance culture throughout the firm.

Approachable and pragmatic, she is a trusted advisor who empowers teams to take ownership of compliance, helping create an environment where doing the right thing is both achievable and integral to everyday working practices.

Outside her role, Amanda remains engaged in professional compliance networks, keeping up to date with emerging trends and best practice.