Synpulse Appoints Two New Partners to Strengthen its Presence in the UK Financial Services Market
London, 8 December 2025 – Synpulse, a leading consultancy for the financial industry, has announced the appointment of Andrew Hardie and Richard Archer as Partners, further establishing its commitment to the United Kingdom financial services market.
Synpulse UK, which was established in 2016, has seen significant growth and now boasts a team of 40 specialists. This expansion reflects the increasing demand for focused digital transformation in the British banking and insurance markets. The addition of two new Partners for the UK is a significant milestone for the firm and reinforces its industry focus. Andrew Hardie will join as Partner for Banking, while Richard Archer will take on the role of Partner for Insurance.
With 25 years of experience in the Wealth and Asset Management sector, Andrew Hardie brings a wealth of expertise to Synpulse. He joins from a top-tier strategy firm, where he led major transformation programs across the UK, Europe, Asia, and North America. His focus on digital client engagement and operating model design, as well as his deep understanding of new banking technology and core banking platforms, make him a valuable asset to the firm.
“I am extremely excited to join Synpulse – a firm renowned for delivering tangible outcomes for clients rather than just theoretical ideas. I believe that’s exactly where the consulting market is heading, and where the biggest opportunities for growth lie. London plays a central role in global financial services, and I am looking forward to contributing to Synpulse’s UK banking practice,” said Andrew Hardie.
Richard Archer is a seasoned technology consulting leader with 25 years of experience in specialty and commercial (Re)insurance. After leading the growth of a Specialty focused Insurtech as Chief Strategy Officer, he is returning to consulting – having previously been a leader at one of the Big Four consulting firms, where he co‑founded the FS technology consulting practice for the UK and subsequently leading Commercial / specialty insurance engagements. With a focus on modernising complex (Re)insurer technology estates through digitisation, intelligent automation and embedding AI at scale, he has built a track record in designing and delivering mission‑critical, multi‑country transformation programs.
“I believe Synpulse’s niche expertise and deep business insight set it apart from larger consultancies – notably in specialty lines where domain depth matters. I’m excited to join the team and look forward to collaborating with my new colleagues to shape the future of the UK insurance industry,” said Richard Archer.
In addition to their extensive experience in their respective industries, both Andrew and Richard have a proven track record of successfully leading and shaping innovative projects. Konrad Niggli, Managing Partner and CEO of Synpulse, is pleased to welcome them to the team. “Andrew’s balanced strategic thinking, combined with his hands-on execution, and Richard’s rare blend of strategy and engineering-minded problem solving make them valuable additions to Synpulse. Their expertise will help drive sustainable growth for our UK banking practice and accelerate tangible outcomes for our clients,” he said.
Synpulse is a global management consultancy and a trusted partner to financial institutions. With a network of over 100 ecosystem partners and its technology division, Synpulse8, the firm delivers end-to-end transformation for financial institutions across strategy, design, implementation, and operations. Its team of 1,000+ professionals from more than 20 locations is united by a shared commitment to excellence and client success.
For more information about Synpulse, please visit www.synpulse.com.
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