Darren brings over 30 years of experience in Financial Services, with a focus on regulatory remediation, financial crime, and operational transformation. He has led large-scale delivery teams across insurance and banking, including Financial Crime and Sanctions programmes for some of the UK’s largest institutions. Darren combines strategic oversight with deep hands-on expertise to help Brighter shape and deliver innovative, tech-enabled compliance solutions.
Blog Post by Darren Temple
Feb 5, 2026 9:48:53 AM3 min read
OFSI’s Enforcement Reforms: Why Sanctions Risk Is Now a Leadership Issue
Discover why OFSI's recent enforcement reforms turn sanctions risk into a critical leadership issue, demanding proactive governance and strategic compliance readiness.
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Jan 14, 2026 2:07:30 PM5 min read
What does the latest Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) penalty mean for UK property firms?
UK property firms must heed the recent OFAC penalty on Russia sanctions to navigate compliance risks and ensure robust due diligence in international transactions.
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Oct 3, 2025 3:46:50 PM2 min read
Sanctions Compliance in Shipping: Why Marine Insurers and P&I Clubs Need the Right Lists and the Right Tools
Enhance maritime sanctions compliance by bridging OFSI and FCDO lists and using IMO numbers for precise screening. Learn how to protect against regulatory risks in shipping.
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Aug 13, 2025 4:55:14 PM1 min read
Why You Need the FCDO Sanctions List as Well as the OFSI Consolidated List
Understand the importance of using both the FCDO Sanctions List and the OFSI Consolidated List for comprehensive UK sanctions compliance.
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Jul 30, 2025 3:14:33 PM2 min read
Your blueprint for the future of AI compliance - shaping the tools you actually need
Discover how AI is transforming compliance in financial services by enhancing team efficiency and accuracy in detecting financial crime, as discussed in a recent industry roundtable.
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Jun 3, 2025 9:44:46 AM2 min read
Software Startups Under Scrutiny: Why Knowing Your Users Matters
Ensure compliance while scaling your software company by understanding your user base and leveraging AI-driven sanctions screening to build investor trust and secure funding.
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May 6, 2025 9:00:00 AM5 min read
Transaction Monitoring – Doing it Properly
Learn how effective Transaction Monitoring Risk Assessments can enhance your firm's compliance, reduce costs, and ensure regulatory confidence with expert insights and real-world case studies.
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May 2, 2025 9:00:00 AM4 min read
How Global RADAR Is Revolutionising Sanctions Screening with AI and Machine Learning
Revolutionize your sanctions screening process with AI and ML for improved accuracy, reduced false positives, and greater operational efficiency.
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Apr 29, 2025 9:58:48 AM4 min read
Unlocking Success From Day One: The Power of Onboarding Using Global RADAR’s Platform and Tools
Enhance your client onboarding and compliance processes with Global RADAR's AI-powered platform to ensure efficiency, accuracy, and trust from day one. Learn why Brighter Consultancy endorses it.
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