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Appointed Representatives (AR’s)

We get asked ‘why become an appointed representative?’, ‘How do I become an appointed representative?’ ‘What is an appointed representative?’ An Appointed Representative (AR) is a firm or person who runs FCA regulated activities by acting as an agent for a firm (Principle) who is directly authorised by the (FCA). This is a contractual agreement in which the principal firm must take full responsibility for ensuring that the AR complies with the regulations put in place by the FCA…easy eh? Contact us and we’ll speak to you in a language you’ll understand…and if you’re an automotive dealer, we may be able to get you subsidized.?

Automotive Dealers

The FCA Authorisation application process is a tricky one, but you know that offering finance brings more customers and more profit. We’ll get you there quickly and easily.

Trade Sectors

FCA Authorisation for firms, whatever trade sector you can make it affordable for your customers with finance.

Lenders

The FCA Authorisation to hold client money for consumer credit lending is very complex, but we make FCA consumer credit lending as simple as picking up the phone to one of our team of experienced compliance experts

Retailers

Do I need FCA authorisation? Yes, you Do!! If you want to generate more sales, and stop standing in the shadows of the national chains by offering finance and taking back customers

Business 2 Business

Have you thought of yourself as exempt from being FCA authorisation? Maybe you’re a company that deals with cctv/security, telecoms, vending machines, payment providers? We’ll get your FCA authorisation for credit broking to enable you to facilitate in finance.

Brokers

Do you want to be an FCA Authorised Broker? Do you want to offer car finance or automotive finance? Getting authorised for your new venture doesn’t have to be complicated, we’ll guide you through and even help and supply all your FCA documentation and policies

Appointed Representatives (AR’s)

We get asked ‘why become an appointed representative?’, ‘How do I become an appointed representative?’ ‘What is an appointed representative?’ An Appointed Representative (AR) is a firm or person who runs FCA regulated activities by acting as an agent for a firm (Principle) who is directly authorised by the (FCA). This is a contractual agreement in which the principal firm must take full responsibility for ensuring that the AR complies with the regulations put in place by the FCA…easy eh? Contact us and we’ll speak to you in a language you’ll understand…and if you’re an automotive dealer, we may be able to get you subsidized.?

From The Horses Mouth...
Great team to work with! Always quick and easy with their work, not a bad word to say!
Georgia HiggingsonWheel City Motors
Don't hesitate to use these guys!!! Nick and the rest of the team have been fantastic from start to finish, simplifying the whole process and getting my company approved within weeks, nothing was too much hassle and always on hand to give great in depth knowledge and answers, extremely patient as I like to ask every and any question you can think of I would not hesitate to recommend their services to anyone ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Adam WestwoodWestwood Performance Cars
I have to say after a previous mistake using another Automotive Compliance Company I was hesitant to use The Compliance Guys, but they came with fantastic reviews and nearly everyone in the motor industry seems to have used their services, well they didn't let me down, they made the process easy, they fixed what the previous company had broken, they were always available and amazing value for money!! I've also set up with their Gold monthly Compliance package which is exceptional value for money!! Thank you to all The Compliance Guys team!!
Sam ParkhouseParkhouse Cars
Fantastic, friendly service. Received my FCA approval today after less than three weeks. Thanks guys!
Stuart MacDonaldStuart MacDonalds Cars Ltd
The service that The Compliance Guys offer is second to none. Nick was so helpful and informative with the process and answered questions very efficiently. Looking into the process of becoming FCA approved was very daunting, but with the help from The Compliance Guys, it was completed within a matter of weeks. Highly recommend to anyone looking for FCA approval! Thanks again
Jake HallettArla Car Company Limited
Having being recommended Nick by a long term colleague and friend for my new car sales start up, I couldn’t recommend The Compliance Guys more, took a massive weight off my shoulders! Thanks Nick!
Tom GildersleveIvanhurst Motor Company Ltd
The Compliance Guys have now done two licences for me, they sort everything from start to finish and they even helped me with lenders once I was approved, I will only use the Compliance Guys!! Thank you, can highly recommend
Jordan OlszewskiSouth Wales Performance Ltd
Superb team, really helpful and experts at what they do
Mid-Sussex Car sales
AMAZING! Shocked at how quick and smooth this process was and for a very reasonable price! Constant updates, friendly staff and an all round great experience. Thanks guys!
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FAQs

We’ve tried to cover the most commonly asked questions without overloading you with information, please feel free to contact us by any method to have your specific questions answered

In almost all cases, yes. The most common exclusions are if you are offering less than 12 payments over less than 12 months and charge no interest or if you are only selling to limited companies. You can contact us for a no obligation chat about what permission you need and what it would cost.

The FCA state that for a standard Limited Permission application it can take up to six months once they deem it complete and up to 12 months in total. Our current processing time is an average well within six months but this is influenced by the accuracy of the information you provide to us, how well you engage in the process and how straightforward your case is for the FCA to assess.

 

Before we take on any client, we discuss your eligibility and satisfy ourselves that you qualify for authorisation. It is however the FCA’s decision to approve you or not and so if you omit to notify us any information that could harm your application we cannot be liable for that. We often advise potential clients to not to proceed as our expert experience knows they would be rejected, we’d rather you keep your money and be honest.

Immediately, though it may take around 24 Hours to show on the FCA Register.

You are free to use whoever you wish but at The Compliance Guys Ltd we have established, unburdened relationships with Lenders and Brokers who are specialists in the sector you are working in and we will gladly put you in contact with these…not only that, but while you’re waiting for authorisation you get FREE access to our compliance CRM and use of our Test Drive APP!!

Yes, the FCA charge an small annual fee, ask you to report to their Gabriel system and confirm your firms details annually. At The Compliance Guys Ltd we can set up a monthly Direct Debit for us to take full control of these so you never have to worry – or get fined! The Compliance Guys Ltd offer on going monthly compliance packages starting from just £59 + VAT per month.

Your FCA Authorisation can’t expire, but it can be revoked!!  if you fail to pay your ongoing fee’s and file your reports then this will happen… but hey!! That’s why you’ll get us to do it for you.

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The Compliance Guys is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Our Financial Services Register number is FRN: 941360.

This information can be checked on the Financial Services Register by visiting the FCA's website https://register.fca.org.uk/s or by contacting the FCA on 0800 111 6768.


The Compliance Guys is a company registered in England and Wales with company number 12533924. Registered address of Office 28, Cleveland Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 3HT. VAT registration number is 367 193 470, ICO number ZA747096