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We help financial professionals grow and operate more effectively, through tailored regulation, technology and business support.


Simplybiz. Forward Financial Thinking.

Who we are

The leading provider of business and regulatory support to UK retail financial services

Since 2002, we’ve been simplifying the complex world of regulation for financial professionals. With the expertise and tools to help both intermediaries and product providers serve more people, more effectively, we’re shaping a better financial future for all.

Trusted by

>30%

of directly authorised financial intermediaries to help drive growth and efficiencies

Saving our members

£500

pcm on average, through our cutting-edge technology solutions

Organising

>400

events annually to provide continuous personal and professional development

Offering access to

>500

in-house experts, delivering support and guidance at every stage of your business

Why partner with us?

As the largest supporter of directly authorised firms in the UK, we want to help the retail financial services market achieve its greatest potential.

  • Our market-leading regulatory expertise guides you through the evolving regulatory landscape, helping you meet obligations and follow best practice.
  • Our cutting-edge technology helps you work smarter, so you can focus on serving your clients.
  • Our connected technology and services platform offers exceptional value, plus you can save money through exclusive member discounts.

And we’re continually improving and innovating, driving forward at pace.

Become a member

If you’re already directly authorised, you can join us in a few simple steps and start enjoying the benefits of membership straight away.

If you’re currently an appointed representative or new to the industry, our experienced teams are on hand to make the FCA’s authorisation process as smooth as possible. You’ll be in experienced hands: we’ve dealt with more applications than any other firm.

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What we do

Regulatory expertise

Reduce risk and improve consumer outcomes. With our flexible support, you can build a robust foundation for compliance and regulatory resilience.

  • Compliance services
  • Advice quality & regulatory consultancy
  • Regulatory business consultancy

Financial technology

Streamline your advice process and increase efficiency. Our end-to-end technology helps you operate more effectively, giving you more time to dedicate to customers.

  • Integrated planning & back-office systems
  • Product research & sourcing
  • Learning & regulatory technology

Business support

Improve performance and increase value. Use our expertise in marketing, training, outsourcing and acquisitions to develop staff and evolve your offering.

  • Professional development
  • Proposition development
  • Growth, value & exit services

Meet the team

Get to know the dedicated team who combine experience and fresh thinking to support our customers and drive the market forward.

Nick Campbell
PI Manager

Paul Bruns
Compliance Director

Alexander McGregor
Head of Policy

Matt Timmins
Joint CEO

Richard Ardron
Marketing Director

Tim Prest
Head of Authorisations

Neil Stevens
Joint CEO

Martin Reynolds
CEO Simplybiz Mortgages

Louise Wilson
Head of Events

Jill Hamilton
Head of Compliance Operations

Jennifer Peaty
Director of Advice Quality

James Chapman
Head of Compliance - Technical

Emma Vaughan
Head of Protection and Health Solutions

Adnan Gill
Customer Success Manager

Marc Thompson
Adviser Services Director

Multi-award winning service

We're proud to have won an array of awards over the years. Here are some of our most recent:

Get in touch

Request a call back

Give us a few details and we’ll give you a call.

Call us

Lines are open between 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday.

01484 439 100

Become a member

Contact our sales team to learn more about our membership options.

01484 439 100

(choose option 1)