About Peter Hawkins

Peter Hawkins is a Partner and is Head of Financial Crime in RSM’s Forensic team. He has more than 20 years' experience helping organisations manage financial crime risk, respond to regulatory scrutiny and strengthen their control environments.

He advises banks, insurers, asset managers, corporates and public sector organisations on anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, fraud, bribery and corruption, regulatory investigations and financial crime transformation. Peter has led complex, high-profile investigations and remediation programmes across the UK and internationally, supporting clients through some of their most significant regulatory and financial crime challenges.

Before joining RSM, Peter was a Director in Deloitte's Forensic practice, where he led the Insurance Forensic business and advised clients on financial crime risk, investigations and regulatory compliance. Prior to Deloitte, he worked within the Financial Services Authority's Enforcement Division, investigating regulatory breaches and financial crime matters.

Peter is a recognised financial crime specialist and regularly delivers board and executive-level briefings on emerging regulatory and financial crime risks.

"The financial crime landscape is evolving faster than ever. I enjoy helping clients navigate complexity, respond confidently to regulatory challenges and build stronger, more resilient organisations. Whether supporting an investigation, strengthening controls or preparing for future risks, my focus is always on delivering practical solutions that protect businesses, customers and reputations."

Outside work, Peter enjoys spending time with his family, following current affairs and maintaining a keen interest in international business, regulation and public policy.