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Regulatory Guidance & Governance
FCA applications, variations of permission, regulatory gap analysis, Consumer Duty and proportionate governance.
Independent financial services consultancy
Bridging commercial ambition and regulatory requirements.
Commercial insight and regulatory understanding, built on over 25 years of investment and executive experience. Helping financial services firms turn ambitious ideas into workable propositions.
Our Expertise
Commercial experience. Regulatory understanding.
From FCA authorisations and product governance to investment propositions and distribution, we help firms navigate the decisions that matter.
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Investment Products & Propositions
Investment propositions, product development, target markets, product documentation and ongoing oversight.
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Distribution & Business Development
Intermediary distribution, partnerships and arrangements that work commercially and meet regulatory responsibilities.
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Business Strategy & Operating Models
Business planning, new initiatives, operating models and practical implementation support.
How We Work
A conversation before a commitment.
An initial discussion helps us understand your objectives and whether we can add value — with no obligation to proceed.
We agree the scope, approach and fees before any chargeable work begins.
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Founder & Principal Consultant
Meet Nick Hansen.
His career has spanned investment management, the development and distribution of investment products, and senior executive leadership. He has established and grown investment businesses, held CEO and board-level responsibilities, and overseen regulatory governance and risk management.
This combination of commercial, operational and regulatory experience gives him a practical understanding of the challenges financial services firms face when developing new propositions, managing regulatory obligations and delivering sustainable growth.
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Start a Conversation.
Based in Yorkshire, working with financial services businesses across the UK.
Let’s discuss your requirements.
Whether you’re developing an investment proposition, addressing a regulatory challenge or seeking an experienced perspective, we’d be pleased to hear from you.