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ABOUT US

Compliance Matters UK Limited is a leading consultancy firm that specialises in providing bespoke SME financial services firms in the UK with strategic and high-quality consultancy support. Our team of experts is dedicated to helping our clients navigate the complex regulatory landscape and achieve their business objectives. With our experience and in-depth knowledge of the industry, we are committed to delivering exceptional results and exceeding our clients' expectations.

Ian Ashleigh, Chief Executive

With over 30 years’ financial services experience gained within banks, lenders and advisory firms, we have a wealth of experience and understanding of financial institutions, the regulation surrounding protection, pensions, investment and mortgage advice and administration procedures.

 

We also have a depth of knowledge of Training and Competence requirements and their application. We are experienced in reviewing the client journey including onboarding, KYC, CDD and suitability, and also reviewing complaints.

Delivering the Support You Need...

Experience

An ICA diploma qualified, professional, well communicated person, with excellent financial services knowledge. I have a wealth of experience and understanding of financial institutions, the regulation surrounding protection, pensions, investment and mortgage advice and administration procedures. I also have a depth of knowledge of the Training and Competence requirements and their application.

Client Support

Experience in reviewing the client journey, delivering a high quality and professional service, support for your clients. Includes onboarding, KYC, CDD and suitability requirements with the ability to provide constructive individual feedback where necessary. I work with many clients to review complaints in a timely and professional manner and support with calculating remediation where necessary.

Financial Promotions

For clients who require maintenance of their financial promotions, I am experienced in supporting reviews and approvals as well as understanding the rules surrounding COBS, SYSC, Conduct Risk and the transition to the Senior Managers Regime. Various client support has also required the review and updating of the Compliance Manual and the related policies and procedures as required.

Recent Projects

These have included providing training and guidance in relation to the Insurance Distribution Directive, GDPR, MiFID II and the Senior Managers and Certification Regime. I am also a Fellow of the Transparency Task Force, helping to protect consumers’ financial interests by reforming financial services, so the public get a better deal; and trustworthiness and confidence can be restored.

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