Kate is CLM’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Specialist – the person who ensures all our clients are legitimate individuals, trusts, companies and businesses in real life. Every passport, ID, trust deed or proof of address that comes across her desk is meticulously checked and filed. In many ways, Kate is the ultimate gatekeeper: no funds move without her green light. It’s a role that comes with serious legal responsibilities, but also one she loves – knowing that her thoroughness keeps our firm compliant with AML laws so that transactions run smoothly and our external audits are stress-free.
Her work may sound administrative, but in reality it’s a high-stakes puzzle. Every client structure, shareholder, trustee and transaction is different, and missing a single piece of client due diligence can have legal consequences. Kate thrives on untangling the complexity, staying on top of ever-changing legislation, and making sure nothing falls through the cracks.
Colleagues describe her as friendly and unflappable – the perfect mix for a role where being fast, efficient and thorough are essential. Her ability to juggle many checks without breaking a sweat makes her indispensable to our team.
Kate makes sure her weekends are for slowing down and embracing family life. She loves running, bush walks, and getting out in nature whenever she can, and the beach remains her ultimate happy place.
