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FCA Compliance Services

Navigating the intricate landscape of Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) regulations can be daunting. The ever-expanding rulebook and frequent updates pose challenges for businesses of all sizes, making it essential to stay compliant to avoid penalties.An FCA compliance consultant plays a crucial role in assisting authorized firms and those seeking authorization to ensure adherence to FCA regulations. While compliance obligations cannot be entirely outsourced, a skilled consultant can offer cost-effective solutions to help meet these obligations effectively.

When selecting an FCA compliance Services should consider the following key issues:

  • What experience does the compliance consultant have in the area of compliance that the firm requires assistance with, and is their knowledge up to date.
  • What capacity does the FCA compliance consultant have, and do they have any contingency arrangements in the event that they are unable to undertake the work due to unforeseen circumstances.
  • Are they able to provide workable solutions rather than just identify problems.
  • Will they be able to work with key individuals in the firm, and will they add value to the firm.
  • We’re not just an FCA Compliance Consultant; we’re a team of expert FCA Compliance Consultants with experience and proven results in all aspects of FCA compliance.

Ongoing FCA Compliance

As an FCA authorised person or firm, you might need help to ensure you comply with the FCA’s rules.

We provide our clients with support they need to maintain compliance and avoid breaching the rules. Our bespoke service is individually tailored to each of our client’s requirements and objectives to help them meet in the best way possible.

Whether you need documentation to help you remain compliant, want ongoing advice or support, impartial monitoring of your activities or anything else, MEMA may be able to help.

Why Choose MEMA?

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MEMA has been supporting firms through the FCA compliance process since 2019. In that time, we have helped hundreds of businesses to successfully gain and retain FCA authorisation.

We have a unique blend of experience from ex-regulators, big 4 consultants and fin/regtech specialisation. Our team is highly experienced and expertly skilled. We specialise in providing our clients with solutions to often complex regulatory requirements and compliance needs.

Our unique industry insight and comfort with compliance enables our team to support you to the fullest extent possible, helping to develop your business model and compliance.

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January 16, 2023

What are the FCA financial promotions and what internal controls should you set up

A financial promotion is any advertisement, communication, or other material that promotes a financial product or service. Financial promotions can take many forms, including print and online advertisements, marketing emails, social media posts, and sales presentations.

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May 2, 2021

Estate agency guidance for money laundering supervision- Part 1

If you are supervised by the HMRC for anti-money laundering purposes, you will need to meet requirements under the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing, and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017.

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November 22, 2025

FCA Weekly Updates - Innovation, Oversight, and Market Transparency

This week’s FCA updates emphasize consumer protection alongside the need for financial innovation. The regulator’s focus is clear: stricter oversight on products like CFDs, the importance of combining human expertise with AI in financial markets, and an emphasis on personalized financial wellbeing.

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Insights

December 11, 2025

FCA updates : Regulatory simplification, financial crime controls, and the future of digital payments

This week the FCA moved to reduce regulatory burden while reinforcing market integrity. Late fee reductions and insurance rule simplification aim to ease compliance pressures. New tools and initiatives target financial crime, investment decision support, and long-term market growth. Stablecoin payments remain a clear priority for 2026. Firms should update processes, strengthen controls, and align strategies with the FCA’s investment and digital finance agenda.
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April 5, 2023

Review of the Senior Managers & Certification Regime (SMCR)

On 30 March 2023, the UK government and regulators initiated a review of the Senior Managers & Certification Regime (SMCR) through a Call for Evidence from Her Majesty's Treasury (HMT) and a joint Discussion Paper (DP23/3) from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA).
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FCA's New Listing Rules: Paving the Way for a Stronger UK Capital Market

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November 10, 2021

Regulatory considerations for Consumer Credit Firms

The FCA has set out new rules for claims management companies (CMCs) to protect consumers against excessive charges. Some of the major changes include:
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November 10, 2024

The Importance of Timely Disclosure: Lessons from the FCA's £350,000 Fine on Wise CEO

Discover how Wise CEO Kristo Käärmann's failure to notify the FCA of significant tax issues led to a substantial fine. Learn key compliance lessons for financial firms from MEMA Consultants.
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July 17, 2025

This Week in FCA: Fines, Flexibility & Future Policy

This week’s FCA updates focus on growth, governance, and global cooperation. A record £42 million fine against Barclays underscores the FCA’s uncompromising stance on financial crime controls.
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October 19, 2021

Regulatory considerations for Consumer Credit Firms

The FCA's Director of Consumer and Retail Policy has recently provided its view on where changes are required in the Consumer Credit market.
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July 4, 2025

FCA's Evolving Vision: Safer Culture, Smarter Tech, Sharper Trust

This week, the FCA took a bold step forward in reshaping both how firms operate and how customers experience financial services.
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August 22, 2022

What is terrorist financing in simple terms

In the UK, Part 3 of the Terrorism Act 2000 criminalises terrorist financing and makes it an offence to:
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December 29, 2022

What is the Appointed Representative Regime?

In this series of articles, MEMA will break down what is the Appointed Representative Regime and what steps your organsiation will need to take.
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September 20, 2022

How to conduct a Business and Customer Risk Assessment

A business risk assessment provides visibility of the levels of AML risks within your firm to demonstrate the application of a risk-based approach. The outcome of the BRA is an AML risk rating for you and the organisational chart of business units is differentiated into high, medium or low risk. The BRA evaluates the AML risks faced by the business and demonstrates that it allocates resources according to the risk-based approach.
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May 21, 2021

Claims Management Phoenixing

The FCA has released its latest consultation paper affecting the Claims Management Industry.
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February 6, 2023

5 Steps for Conducting Effective Compliance Control Monitoring for Financial Firms

Compliance control monitoring is a crucial aspect of maintaining regulatory compliance for financial firms. The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) requires firms to have robust controls and monitoring systems in place, and it is up to individual firms to implement these measures effectively. In this article, we will discuss the steps that firms can take to conduct compliance control monitoring.
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April 11, 2021

Planning for FCA Authorisation

In this article, we briefly cover how long to expect when firms are submitting their applications for authorisations to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
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April 11, 2021

Understanding the FCA Culture and Governance requirements

The financial crisis placed banks under the public spotlight, the investigation into some of the practices revealed behaviors that caused public indignation, Payment Protection Insurance (PPI) is but one example. The financial crisis placed banks under the public spotlight, the investigation into some of the practices revealed behaviors that caused public indignation, Payment Protection Insurance (PPI) is but one example.
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Your key contacts

ADEMOLA OMOSANYA

Ademola is an accomplished consultant with over a decade of experience across regulation, banking, and consumer credit. As MEMA Consultants co-founder, he leverages extensive regulatory expertise to guide clients through critical processes and full compliance. His experience across sectors enables tailored solutions to complex business challenges. Ademola partners with clients as a strategic advisor to help futureproof their business through an in-depth understanding of the regulatory landscape.

MISAH MARAGH

Misah is a director at MEMA Consultants with over a decade of experience in financial services. Holding a legal background and postgraduate qualification, she previously worked at the Financial Conduct Authority. Misah has led compliance transformation for global consumer services organisations across Europe, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Her expertise includes implementing compliance frameworks for financial regulations, FCPA, UK Bribery Act, data privacy, and Sarbanes-Oxley. Misah is skilled at advising clients on operational and strategic projects, leveraging her in-depth knowledge of regulatory environments to deliver solutions tailored to complex business needs.

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