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Fraser J Watt Int.Dip(AML) Spec.Cert (CFT)

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Founder & Principal Consultant at AML Advisers
📍 Greater Brisbane Area, Australia

Fraser J Watt is the Founder and Principal Consultant of AML Advisers, specializing in Tranche 2 anti-money laundering and KYC compliance. He leverages his Masters in International Relations from Leiden University and ICA certifications to help businesses navigate financial crime risks. His career began in Glasgow before he moved to Queensland, Australia.

Originally from Scotland and now an Australian Permanent Resident, Fraser maintains strong international ties. His academic focus on international political economy and security directly informs his professional analysis of global risks. This unique blend of interests bridges his personal background with his career in compliance, particularly through a geopolitical lens.

He founded his consultancy on the principle that AML compliance is not just a regulatory burden but a vital component of global economic security.

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Experience
8 Years
Current Role
Founder & Principal Consultant
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Greater Brisbane Area, Australia
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Tranche 2 Readiness
He founded AML Advisers to help entities like law and real estate firms prepare for Australia's upcoming Tranche 2 AML/CTF reforms, a frequent topic in his posts.
Geopolitical Risk
Draws on his International Relations degree to analyze how global events, such as sanctions on Iran or FATF grey-listing, impact business compliance and risk exposure.
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Career

Work history

10-2025
Founder & Principal Consultant
AML Advisers
5-2022 - 8-2025
(AML) Analyst, Due Diligence Lead. Risk Assessment & Business Protection - Australia
Ashurst
5-2020 - 5-2022
(AML) Senior Risk Officer, Due Diligence Lead. Risk Assessment & Business Protection - Australia
Ashurst
11-2019 - 5-2020
(AML) Officer, Risk Assessment & Business Protection - Australia
Ashurst
11-2017 - 11-2019
(AML) Officer, Risk Assessment & Business Protection - UK
Ashurst
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Education
2016 - 2017
Master of Arts - MA
Leiden University
2012 - 2016
Master of Arts - MA (Hons)
University of Aberdeen
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