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Here, you’ll find an interesting assortment of news stories and opinion pieces from Albany Beck. The industry is evolving faster than ever right now and we can help you keep up with all the latest issues, challenges and opportunities, as well as giving you an insight into exciting future developments.

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ID-Pal and Albany Beck Announce Strategic Partnership to Enhance KYC and AML Programmes

Albany Beck, a world-class supplier of the highest-quality consultancy talent to financial institutions and ID-Pal, a global leader in digital identity verification solutions, are thrilled to announce a strategic partnership aimed at revolutionising KYC & AML compliance processes.

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Driving Transformation Success in Financial Services: The Critical Role of Programme Management in 2025

The financial services industry faces unprecedented challenges and opportunities in 2025, driven by technological advances, shifting regulations, and evolving customer expectations. To navigate this landscape successfully, transformation agendas underpinned by effective programme management are pivotal.

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The Future of Programme Management: Trends and Technologies to Watch in 2025

Programme management is evolving rapidly, driven by technological innovation and shifting organisational needs. As we step into 2025, the role of programme managers is becoming more critical than ever, requiring adaptability, forward-thinking strategies, and a keen eye on emerging trends.

The Evolution of Wealth Management: Driving Client Engagement and Industry Transformation

The wealth management industry is undergoing a profound transformation. With rapid technological advancements, a new wave of intergenerational wealth transfer, and heightened demand for socially responsible investments, firms are rethinking their approaches to client engagement and service delivery.

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Preparing for legislation changes in 2025 - Albany Beck’s Change Management Solutions Breakfast Roundtable

How can financial firms manage change in an ever-evolving and complex regulatory landscape?

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Albany Beck Appoints Paul O’Brien as Managing Partner in Ireland

Paul O’Brien has been appointed as Managing Partner for Ireland at Albany Beck, a London-based financial services consultancy firm. A highly accomplished financial expert, Paul brings over two decades of industry leadership to the role. Most recently, as CEO of Delta Capita's Irish operations, Paul was responsible for the business's growth, transforming it from a six-person team with a single client in 2018 to a thriving enterprise of almost 100 employees serving more than 25 clients. Paul’s appointment marks a significant milestone in Albany Beck’s rapid expansion in the Irish financial services market. His deep expertise in financial operations, combined with his professional credentials as a Fellow Chartered Certified Accountant (FCCA) and his Master’s in IT for Accountants, positions him to successfully lead Albany Beck’s growth in Ireland. Paul's career includes several senior leadership roles at PwC, Delta Capita Consulting, eBay, Pfizer, JP Morgan and Bank of Scotland, where he gained invaluable experience in driving high-performance teams and strategic business transformations. Albany Beck recruits, trains and deploys consultants for global financial institutions, having first entered the Irish market in 2018. Since then, the company has expanded significantly, creating hundreds of jobs across high-demand sectors such as KYC, AML, fund administration, risk management, and technology. One of its most notable achievements in Ireland has been the launch of its ‘Change Management Solutions’ service, designed to address the evolving needs of its growing client base. Looking ahead, under Pauls’ leadership, Albany Beck aims to continue its momentum by focusing on job creation in emerging areas such as Operations, Data & Technology and Transformation, strengthening its role as a trusted partner for Ireland’s financial institutions. Adam Kelly, Managing Partner with Albany Beck commented on the appointment, “We are delighted to welcome Paul to the Albany Beck team as Managing Partner for Ireland. His extensive leadership experience and proven track record in driving business growth make him the ideal person to lead our Irish operations at this exciting phase of our expansion. His expertise in financial services, coupled with his strategic vision and ability to deliver results, will be invaluable as we continue to expand our footprint in the Irish market. We’re excited about the new opportunities Paul’s leadership will bring, not only for our clients but also for our team, in helping position Ireland as a leader in innovation, sustainability, and change within the global financial markets”. Reflecting on his new position, Paul said,

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Tarrill Baker: A strategic Advisor to the Albany Beck team

We're very excited here at Albany Beck to welcome Tarrill Baker to the team as a strategic advisor. With a strong background in Data, Transformation and Technology, Tarrill brings a unique perspective to our team. In this Q&A, Tarrill shares what drew her to Albany Beck and her aspirations for the future.

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Colin Grange: An expert Leader in Commercial Banking Transformation

Colin Grange is a senior leader in Commercial Banking with extensive experience in running and transforming Customer Service and Operations teams. He has worked globally, sponsoring large investment programmes that have achieved successful outcomes. Colin is passionate about transforming how banks serve their non-personal customers. Most recently, Colin led Customer Service and Operations for NatWest across all customer segments and products.

Are you ready for DORA?

The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) is underway – and firms need to act now to build momentum towards the January deadline.

Preparing your EU Operation for the Digital Operational Resilience Act

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