Kayleigh Smale

Kayleigh is a self-confessed AML geek and compliance specialist with over 13 years’ experience in risk and compliance within the UK legal sector. She is the founder of Smale Compliance, where she helps law firms strengthen their AML and regulatory frameworks through practical, engaging, and down-to-earth support. Alongside running her consultancy, Kayleigh is Head of Compliance at Forsyte, a technology company transform fragmented risk data into actionable intelligence, where she applies her legal expertise to help develop innovative risk and compliance solutions.

She is known for making AML accessible, practical, and yes, even fun, turning complex rules into clear, workable processes that fit the realities of law firm life. Kayleigh regularly shares her insights through training, speaking engagements, and industry writing, always aiming to make compliance understandable and approachable. She is not just passionate about compliance, she is passionate about helping others feel empowered and supported in getting it right, bringing energy, clarity, and a touch of humour to everything she does.