Let’s Go (It Alone)
Have you ever considered going directly authorised?
Maybe you’ve previously been part of a network, or an appointed representative. Or maybe you’re just ready to get stuck into advising and want to have full control from the outset. Or just maybe, you’re interested but have absolutely no idea where to start. In that case – look no further!
This webinar will cover the key considerations needed before going directly authorised. We’ll look at the most commonly asked questions, as well as the practical steps required to help you make the important decisions to get up and running as efficiently as possible.
We’ll also be hearing from Lockton’s Ian Saxelby, who’ll give us an overview of the Professional Indemnity Insurance requirements to consider.
Who’s hosting?
Maddie Delboy, Compliance Consultant – Apricity Compliance
After choosing a career in financial services straight out of university, Maddie’s experience as a compliance manager helps her empathise with adviser firms and their current frustrations surrounding compliance. With a fresh outlook on the industry, Maddie helps firms implement strategies and processes to ensure compliance is embedded effortlessly within a firm and its culture.
Alanis Daniel, Compliance Support – Apricity Compliance
Alanis provides compliance support to Apricity’s firms, working more on the regulatory side of the business undertaking file checks, technical queries and is responsible for keeping up to date with FCA updates and new regulation.
Ian Saxelby, Vice President, New Business and Client Services – Lockton Companies LLP
Ian joined Lockton in November 2014. Since then Ian has specialised in Professional Indemnity Insurance with a particular focus on the more complex insurance placements which includes the FCA regulated practices.
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