Head of Managed Services

Pregeshni Maduramuthu

pregeshni.maduramuthu@arbor.law +44 (0)20 7355 0640

ABOUT

Introduction

I am a senior compliance, risk and governance professional with over 20 years’ experience in the financial services industry. I work with banks and investment firms regulated by the FCA and PRA, advising on regulatory authorisation, regulatory change, conflict management, governance frameworks, compliance controls and market abuse frameworks. My expertise also includes financial crime compliance, SMCR implementation and supporting firms in meeting the FCA’s expectations on culture, accountability and the failure to prevent fraud.

I lead the Managed Services practice at Arbor Law, delivering outsourced compliance support and tailored regulatory consulting solutions to financial services clients. I partner with firms to build proportionate, risk-based compliance frameworks that strengthen governance and deliver sustainable compliance outcomes.

Before joining Arbor Law, I held senior executive compliance roles at Arma Partners LLP, FirstRand Bank Limited (London Branch), Thomson Reuters, UniCredit Bank AG (London) and Nedbank in both the UK and South Africa.

Behind the lawyer

Outside work, Pregeshni enjoys reading, travelling and spending time with her family.

Education

University of KwaZulu-Natal

LLB

University of KwaZulu-Natal

Practical Legal Training

CISI

Introduction to Securities and Investments (Certificate)

CISI

FCA Regulation

Previous roles

ARMA Partners LLP (2019 - 2022)

Compliance Executive

FirstRand Bank Limited, London (2015 - 2019)

Head of Central Compliance

Thomson Reuters (2013 - 2015)

Director, Head of Central Compliance

UniCredit Bank AG, London (2010 - 2013)

Compliance Officer

Nedbank, South Africa and UK (2003 - 2010)

Compliance Officer

Services

Legal specialties

FCA and PRA Regulatory Compliance Advising banks and investment firms on regulatory authorisation processes, ongoing compliance with FCA and PRA rules, regulatory change management and compliance control frameworks.
Market Abuse and Conflict Management Advising on market abuse frameworks and conflict management programmes for regulated firms, drawing on in-house experience across investment banking and asset management.
SMCR and Senior Manager Accountability Supporting firms with SMCR implementation, including the mapping of responsibilities, governance documentation and meeting the FCA’s expectations on culture and individual accountability.
Financial Crime Compliance Advising on financial crime compliance frameworks, including AML, sanctions and related regulatory obligations for financial services businesses.

Solutions

Sectors

Financial Services Regulatory Advising banks and investment firms on FCA and PRA regulatory requirements, including regulatory authorisation,…

Throughout her time supporting Arma Partners, Pregeshni was a trusted adviser to both the business and senior management. She consistently demonstrated sound judgement, professionalism and a collaborative approach, delivering high-quality compliance support while maintaining a strong focus on the firm's commercial objectives.

Paul‑Noël Guély

Managing Partner, Armapartners

Arbor balances legal expertise with practicality, helping to better adapt and react to any situation.

Legal 500 (2026)

We are very confident they are able to handle whatever is necessary. They know the space and they have common sense.

Chambers & Partners (2026)

The team are fantastic - they are highly efficient, commercial and collaborative. They are genuinely customer-focused and care about the client's needs. They consider the big picture and are by far the best value for money of all my external supports.

Legal 500

Arbor balances legal expertise with practicality, helping to better adapt and react to any situation.

Highly skilled pragmatic professionals who supplement in-house teams with specialist knowledge and industry know-how.

It is handy that if I know I need expertise, Arbor Law have it - they are so well rounded. It is a really efficient team.

Chambers & Partners (2026)

Highly skilled pragmatic professionals who supplement in-house teams with specialist knowledge and industry know-how.

Legal 500