Graeme Hills (PhD)

Founder & Managing Director

Graeme Hills is the founder and Managing Director of Graeme Hills Consultancy (GHC), a team of data-focused specialists who are dedicated to helping organisations make fully informed, accurate decisions by understanding and trusting their operational information.

Backed by a PhD in Astrophysics, Graeme’s professional career began in technical consultancy, working across a wide range of sectors, including insurance, biotech, recruitment, and health. Since 2009, he began working closely with businesses in the legal industry, bringing clarity to complex systems and processes.

Having observed firsthand how businesses often struggle with an overwhelming amount of data while lacking the necessary tools or insights to use it effectively, Graeme is aware of the pitfalls organisations often encounter. He has also seen how businesses often fall into the trap of chasing superficial cost savings while neglecting the bigger picture. His focus has always been on helping clients avoid these mistakes by establishing reliable and useable data processes that support long-term strategy rather than short-term fixes.

Identifying how he could help businesses improve their reporting efficiencies and gain a better understanding of what their data is telling them, Graeme founded GHC in 2018 to bring his vision to life. With his deep understanding of the legal industry, this same approach led to the development of Aquarius Reporting, a platform designed to help law firms gain control over their business information and make informed, data-driven decisions based on evidence rather than assumptions.

Graeme believes that the best solutions come from combining different ways of thinking and has built a team of specialists from a range of scientific backgrounds, including life sciences, data engineering, and experts in Power BI and Power Automate.

Whether working with a startup or a large, multi-discipline legal practice, his focus and that of his team remain the same: to help businesses improve profitability and operational efficiency by making more strategic decisions with the information they already have.

Liam Crawford (PhD)

Head of Projects

Liam has a PhD in the field of Microbial Genetics where he researched alternatives to antibiotics such as the use of nanopolymers and bacteriophages, where he learnt a range of biological and computational techniques. He further worked as a research fellow at the University of Nottingham developing materials to prevent the attachment of problematic microorganisms.

Liam joined the team at the beginning of 2023 and uses his scientific training and his expertise in Statistical Analysis, Power BI, Business Intelligence, and Power Automate, to transform data into actionable insights to help businesses grow.

Darryl Brown (MSc)

Technical Consultant

Darryl holds a MSc in Computer Science and Cyber Security from the University of Sunderland which enabled him to combine advanced security techniques with Data Analysis. Darryl’s experience includes work for a boutique forensic accountant and a large UK based, wealth management company to develop a broad range of Data Analysis skills.

Joining Graeme Hill Consultancy in 2024, Darryl specialises in Power BI, Business Intelligence & Data Migration.

Mathew Stewart

Senior Consultant

Mathew is a results-driven technology professional specializing in Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, and Project Management. With expertise in Power BI, DAX, Power Platform tools, and process automation, Mathew transforms complex business needs into actionable insights and sustainable growth strategies.

Frederick Amougou

Senior Consultant

Freddy holds an MSc in Finance from Coventry University, where he developed a deep understanding of financial systems alongside advanced analytical skills. His expertise spans business intelligence, data analysis, data warehousing, and data engineering, with a focus on tools such as Power BI, DAX, and Azure-based solutions.

Joining Graeme Hill Consultancy in November 2024, Freddy specialises in leveraging data to drive business intelligence and streamline data management processes.

Neil Beck

Non-Executive Director

Neil has worked in the legal sector for over 40 years and brings a vast amount of experience to the business at this time of growth. Having previously been a CEO of a large Solicitors practice and Group Commercial Director of a privately owned business, Neil has worked at the forefront of these businesses and is experienced in the challenges that arise. An accomplished Legal Consultant, Neil regularly assists and advises Solicitors on Strategy, Operational issues and commercial opportunities both from an internal and external position of which will be invaluable to the group. Neil will provide the business with an independent and objective perspective and make a valuable contribution to its growth, direction and strategy.