FCA Authorisation

Securing FCA authorisation is a critical milestone — and one where experience matters. We support firms across a range of sectors, including investments, payments, crypto, insurance, credit, and mortgages, helping you navigate the process with confidence. Our team prepares and manages end-to-end FCA applications, including:

• Regulatory business plans
• Compliance frameworks
• SM&CR assessments and individual applications
• Governance and control structures
• Pre-submission review and FCA liaison
   

We’ll ensure your submission is robust, aligned with your business model, and ready for regulatory scrutiny.

If your business deals with cryptoassets, you’ll need to be registered with the FCA under the UK Money Laundering Regulations. This process is rigorous — but we know how to get it right. Our AML registration service includes:

• AML/CTF framework creation
• Risk assessments and policy development
• KYC ad customer onboarding procedures
• Ongoing monitoring processes
• Application drafting and FCA engagement
   

We’ve supported firms through successful AML registrations and understand exactly what the regulator expects.

We offer flexible, hands-on compliance support designed to grow with your business. Whether you need an outsourced compliance function or targeted project-based advice, we’ll build a model that works for you. Our support covers:

• Compliance monitoring programmes
• Policy creation and framework development
• SM&CR implementation and oversight
• Thematic reviews and regulatory reporting
• Advisory support on regulatory change and market developments
   

We’re here to take the pressure off — so you can focus on running your business.

We help firms stay ahead of financial crime risks by building tailored, risk-based frameworks that meet both regulatory and commercial expectations.

Our services include:

• AML/CTF policy design and implementation
• Financial crime risk assessments
• Transaction monitoring and suspicious activity escalation
• Staff training and board briefings
• Audit and remediation support
   

Whether you’re strengthening existing controls or building from the ground up, we’ll make sure you meet your obligations — and protect your reputation.