Complyport Specialises in providing governance, risk and compliance services

COMPLYPORT SPECIALISES IN PROVIDING GOVERNANCE, RISK AND COMPLIANCE SERVICES

Retail Financial
Services Compliance

Complyport’s Retail Financial Services Team help this important sector in the UK financial industry. Complyport advises and assists firms to comply with the rules and requirements of regulators on an ongoing basis. 

Large institutions now share the market with small and medium-size firms that provide retail financial services. With the introduction of the Consumer Duty, firms that provide products and services to or have any material influence on the retail market must now overhaul their governance, systems and controls, policies, and procedures to remain compliant.  

Firms now embarking on implementation of the Duty will have to navigate and interpret complicated regulations to ensure they deliver on the FCA’s standards for good consumer outcomes.  

RETAIL FINANCIAL SERVICE SECTORS

Complyport serves these retail financial service sectors: 

  • Insurance broking; 
  • Mortgage broking; 
  • Financial planning and advice; 
  • Consumer credit broking; 
  • Wealth management; and 
  • Retail Financial Services distribution. 

Whether you are applying for authorisation, or are an overseas retail financial services provider seeking to enter the UK regulated market, at Complyport we are able to utilise our specialist knowledge and experience of compliance, regulation, and due diligence to offer clients the opportunity to navigate the increasingly complex regulatory environment. 

HOW COMPLYPORT CAN HELP

Our experienced team closely monitor the regulatory landscape and help our clients to maintain the highest levels of regulatory compliance. Our retail financial services offering includes: 

  • Implementation of the Consumer Duty rules to ensure firm-wide compliance. 
  • Vulnerable customers gap analysis of policies, procedures, and staff training related to vulnerable customers. 
  • Ensuring that robust financial crime prevention is in place. 
  • Establishing solid anti-market abuse mechanisms and controls. 
  • Identifying specific risks relevant to the client and assessing mitigation. 
  • Creation of a firm-wide regulatory risk framework that aligns with the relevant client’s business model and risk appetite. 
  • File Reviews, our team has experience undertaking pre or post sale review of the advice given to a clients. 
  • Establishing solid operational resilience. 
  • Delivering training in person or virtually to staff and senior management to satisfy the FCA’s training requirements. 
  • Authorisation and assessment of senior management roles, certified to provide retail financial services. 
  • Ongoing advisory services for ad-hoc questions or queries that may arise in the natural course of business.  

Complyport has been able to assist well-known retail financial services providers to stay ahead of the curve.  

SERVICES
At Complyport, can assist retail financial services firms with (but are not limited to) the following compliance support:
FCA
Authorisations
  • Consumer Credit Authorisations
  • Claims Management Company Authorisations, and
  • Wealth Management and financial advisor authorisations.
File Reviews
  • Pension Switching and DB Pension Transfers reviews
  • Complaint reviews
  • Suitability reviews
  • AML File reviews, and
  • KYC File reviews,
Project work
  • Policy and documentation reviews
  • Vulnerable Customer process gap analysis
  • Review of TCF procedures
  • Review AML procedures
  • Review KYC procedures
Ongoing support
  • Regulatory and compliance advice
  • Regulatory horizon scanning
  • Outsourced compliance support and short & long term secondment
  • Assistance with complaints monitoring and handling
  • Assistance with compliance monitoring
  • Help with FCA reporting and capital adequacy checks
  • Review of financial promotions, and
  • Assistance when dealing with the Financial Ombudsman Service (“FOS”)
Contact us for assistance
Please fill our free consultation form and a member of our team will get in contact with you.

Retail Financial Services Compliance

Get In Touch

The UK retail financial services sector is highly regulated, with firms of all sizes required to navigate complex regulations to ensure compliance. At Complyport, our Retail Financial Services Team specialises in helping firms meet the standards set by Regulators like the FCA. We support firms across various retail financial sectors, ensuring they stay compliant with evolving regulations, such as the Consumer Duty, whilst continuing to deliver high-quality products and services to customers.Complyport serves these retail financial service sectors: 

  • Insurance broking
  • Mortgage broking 
  • Financial planning and advice 
  • Consumer credit broking
  • Wealth management
  • Retail Financial Services distribution 

Whether you are applying for authorisation or are an overseas retail financial services provider seeking to enter the UK regulated market, at Complyport we utilise our specialist knowledge and experience of compliance, regulation and due diligence to help you navigate the increasingly complex regulatory environment. 

OUR SERVICES

Our experienced team closely monitor the regulatory landscape and help you to maintain the highest levels of regulatory compliance. Our services include:

  • FCA Authorisations: Consumer Credit Authorisations, Claims Management Company Authorisations, and Wealth Management and financial advisor authorisations.
  • File Reviews: Pension Switching and DB Pension Transfers reviews, Complaint reviews, Suitability reviews, AML File reviews and KYC File reviews.
  • Project work: Policy and documentation reviews, Vulnerable Customer process gap analysis, Review of TCF procedures, Review AML procedures and Review KYC procedure.
  • Ongoing support: Regulatory and compliance advice, Regulatory horizon scanning, Outsourced compliance support and short & long term secondment, Assistance with complaints monitoring and handling, Assistance with compliance monitoring, Help with FCA reporting and capital adequacy checks, Review of financial promotions, and Assistance when dealing with the Financial Ombudsman Service (“FOS”)
KEY BENEFITS
  • Implementation of the Consumer Duty rules to ensure firm-wide compliance. 
  • Providing vulnerable customers gap analysis of policies, procedures and staff training related to vulnerable customers.
  • Ensuring that robust financial crime prevention is in place.
  • Establishing solid anti-market abuse mechanisms and controls.
  • Identifying specific risks relevant to the client and assessing mitigation. 
  • Creating a firm-wide regulatory risk framework that aligns with the relevant  business model and risk appetite.
  • Undertaking pre or post sale reviews of the advice given to clients;
  • Establishing solid, sustainable operational resilience.
  • Delivering training in person or virtually to staff and senior management to satisfy the FCA’s training requirements.
  • Authorisation and assessment of Senior Management roles, certified to provide retail financial services.
  • Ongoing advisory services for ad-hoc questions or queries that may arise in the natural course of business.  
OUR EXPERTS

With a focus on practical solutions, our experts have successfully supported firms from insurance brokers to wealth management firms across the retail financial sector, helping them stay ahead of regulatory changes and mitigate potential risks.

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Alla Konnikov

+44 (0)20 7399 4980
akonnikov@complyport.co.uk

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Kumar Ved
Managing Director

+44 (0)20 7399 4980
kumar.ved@complyport.co.uk

Why choose Complyport?

Extensive Regulatory Expertise

With over 22 years of experience in the financial services industry, Complyport offers unparalleled expertise in regulatory compliance, ensuring your firm stays ahead of evolving regulations.

Tailored Compliance Solutions

We provide bespoke compliance solutions that are specifically designed to meet the unique needs of your business, ensuring that all regulatory requirements are met efficiently and effectively.

Senior-Level Guidance

Our team of seasoned professionals, including former regulators and industry experts, leads all engagements, offering deep insights and practical advice to help you manage compliance risks effectively.

Comprehensive Service Offering

From AML audits to risk management and regulatory reporting, Complyport provides a full spectrum of compliance services, allowing you to streamline your compliance processes and focus on your core business activities.

Client-Centric Approach

We prioritise open and transparent communication, building strong relationships with our clients based on trust and mutual respect. Our commitment to excellence ensures that we deliver high-quality services with courtesy, patience, and flexibility.

Innovative Fintech, Regtech, and AI Solutions

Leveraging cutting-edge fintech, regtech, and AI tools, Complyport enhances your compliance processes with advanced technology, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and real-time regulatory updates. Our innovative solutions empower your firm to stay compliant while maximising operational efficiency.

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Over

22 Years

Providing Compliance Excellence

Over

1,000

Successful FCA and EU Authorisations

Over

600

Active Firms Receiving Regulatory Support
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