Applications
FCA Authorisation
Meeting the threshold conditions does not have to be daunting or difficult. Your subject matter expert will assist you to navigate the twists and turns on the road to FCA registration, or authorisation
CIC
Need FCA approval to change control in your firm or of a target firm? We aim to have the application deemed 'complete' as quickly as possible. Making the process to change faster
VOP
When you want to change or add to your regulated activities, we can advise and provide hands-on support through the whole variation of permission process. Including fielding follow-ups from the FCA
Agent and Distributor application
We are here on your journey to authorisation, helping you onboard with the principal by providing support. From providing the right documentation, to assisting to complete submission forms, interview preparation and answering follow-up questions
Appointed representative support
If you have appointed, or are looking to appoint an AR, we understand the responsibilities and can perform due diligence on prospective ARs and assist with ongoing monitoring and oversight of appointed ARs
AML registration
Registering for supervision under the money laundering regulations is a compliance requirement for the majority of financial services businesses. We will help you provide the detailed and accurate information expected by the FCA
SM (individual applications)
The Senior Management & Certification Regime (and its many processes and requirements) applies to many regulated firms. The FCA requests comprehensive records for senior managers, so our systems for record-keeping are critical
Card Scheme applications
Applying to be a principal member of either Visa and Mastercard can be a rigorous process. We can help prepare operational procedures to take the stress out of the application
Wondering how long it’ll take? What your options are? Where to start? Or whether you’re ready to become authorised?
How our FCA authorisation service works
Step 1
A free consultation to discuss your business model and where you are right now
Step 2
Hands-on or light-on support in preparing an easy-to-digest FCA submission
Step 3
If needed, we can offer full support as you field any follow-up queries from the FCA