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Regulatory Policy and Compliance
Ensuring firms adhere to rules, guidelines, and regulations, maintaining market integrity and consumer protection....
Brexit
The UK's departure from the EU, requiring regulatory adjustments to ensure financial stability and consumer protection....
Consumer Duty
Consumer Duty requires firms to act in the best interests of customers, ensuring fair outcomes and clear communication....
Customer Vulnerability
Where consumers may be more susceptible to harm, requiring firms to provide fair treatment, support, and tailored services....
Data Protection
Safeguarding data through secure processing, compliance with regulations, transparency, and preventing misuse or unauthorised access....
Financial Crime
Protecting against activities like fraud, money laundering, and market abuse, threatening financial system integrity and consumer protection....
Financial Services Compensation Scheme
The UK’s statutory compensation scheme for customers of UK authorised financial services firms. It can step in to pay compensation if a firm is unable, or likely to be unable,...
Future of Advice
Evolving financial advice models, ensuring accessibility, affordability, and consumer protection in changing markets....
Markets in Financial Instruments Directive/Regulation (MiFID/MIFIR)
Regulation to enhance financial markets transparency, investor protection, and improving trading practices across financial sectors....
Pensions
The increasingly complex pension landscape for firms as they navigate a changing regulatory environment....
Product Disclosure
PRIIPs (Packaged Retail and Insurance-based Investment Products) ensuring transparent, standardised information for retail investors on investment products....
Retail Disclosure Framework
Providing clear, accurate information to consumers about financial products, ensuring transparency and informed decision-making....
Senior Managers Certification Regime (SMCR)
SMCR (Senior Managers and Certification Regime) ensures accountability, clarifies roles, and enhances individual responsibility within financial services firms....
Sustainable Finance and ESG
Integrating environmental, social, and governance factors into investment decisions to promote long-term positive impact....
Talent, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity (TIDE)
Find out more to see how PIMFA is committed to promoting Talent, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity (TIDE) in our industry....
Public Affairs
Managing relationships with stakeholders, including government, regulators, and the public, to help shape policy and regulatory outcomes....
Operations
Firm’s internal processes, systems, and controls, ensuring efficient, secure, compliant, and resilient operational functions....
Advisers' Sustainabilty Group
Industry-led working group to focus on enhancing sustainable finance capabilities within the financial advice sector....
UK Platform Group
An independent group of retail platforms working together to drive positive change. Run by platform firms, for platform firms....
Talent, Inclusion, Diversity and Equity
Promoting talent, a diverse workforce, and creating inclusive environments....
Leading Lights Forum
The PIMFA Leading Lights Forum brings together talented young people from across our member firms who conduct primary research focusing on current hot topics impacting us all across our industry....
PIMFA Wealthtech
PIMFA's FinTech platform and digital marketplace created to drive innovation and enhance collaboration between FinTechs and the wealth management and financial advice sector....
PIMFA Groups
PIMFA Groups consist of committees, forums, briefings and working groups for our member firms to discuss and examine key topics within our industry....
Guides
See a range of Guides to support our member firms covering different topics....
Thought Leadership
Engaging with stakeholders to shape policies, providing insights and promoting informed industry discussions....
Response Papers
PIMFA responds on behalf of our membership to regulator and government consultations. We do this via feedback and discussion with member firms via our committees, working groups....
make it. Campaign
Our 'make it' campaign is dedicated to changing perceptions and encouraging an exciting and diverse mix of new talent into our industry....
Events & Learning
PIMFA Events
Connect, collaborate and celebrate with PIMFA Events. From insightful webinars and thought-provoking symposiums to prestigious awards and vibrant networking opportunities, our events bring the wealth management and financial advice community...
PIMFA Learning
Elevate your expertise with PIMFA Learning Events - dynamic, industry-focused training designed to empower financial professionals. Stay ahead with cutting-edge insights, practical skills, and networking opportunities tailored for your growth....
PIMFA Learning Programmes
PIMFA Learning provides expert-led courses and resources to help you develop skills and stay compliant in the wealth management and financial advice industry.”...
Podcasts
Short, deep dive conversations with experts on the topics that matter most to you....
Webinars on Demand
View our past webinars on demand....
PIMFA Groups
PIMFA Groups consist of committees, forums and working groups which provide an opportunity for individuals from our member firms to discuss relevant topics within our industry and examine issues such...
Get Involved
Take an active role in shaping the industry's future. Whether you're looking to attend, sponsor, exhibit, or speak, PIMFA Events offer unparalleled opportunities to connect, share insights, and make an...
Industry Events
Stay informed and engaged with PIMFA's Industry Events. Discover a curated selection of conferences, seminars, workshops, and networking opportunities hosted by industry leaders. Stay ahead of trends, gain fresh insights...
News
Indices
The MSCI PIMFA Private Investor Index Series
The MSCI PIMFA Private Investor Index Series is a set of indices designed to represent the performance of a diversified portfolio of assets that are relevant to private investors....
The MSCI PIMFA Equity Risk Index Series
The MSCI PIMFA Equity Risk Index Series is a collection of five composite indices designed to mirror the performance of multi-asset strategies employed by UK wealth management firms....
About Us
About PIMFA
PIMFA is the voice of the UK’s personal wealth services sector. PIMFA champions a culture of financial health for all and represents and supports providers of wealth management services, financial...
PIMFA Staff
PIMFA's staff cover a variety of aspects at PIMFA from expert technical guidance to membership support and much more....
PIMFA Board
PIMFA’s Board governs the workings and strategic direction of PIMFA led by our Chairman, Lord Deben, and CEO, Liz Field. It consists of leading senior figures from a representative...
PIMFA Groups
PIMFA Groups consist of committees, forums, briefings and working groups which provide an opportunity for individuals from our member firms to discuss relevant topics within our industry and examine issues...
Advisers' Sustainability Group
PIMFA provide the Secretariat to the FCA's industry-led working group to focus on enhancing sustainable finance capabilities within the financial sector....
UK Platform Group
An independent group of retail platforms working together to drive positive change. Run by platform firms, for platform firms....
Corporate Social Responsibility/Sustainability
Sustainable Finance & ESG is an area of strategic focus for PIMFA making sure we are championing a high standard for our future....
Annual Report
PIMFA’s annual report is a review of our purpose, activity and key achievements over our membership year which runs from 1st June to 31st May....
PIMFA Members
PIMFA's membership is on a corporate level. We represent both full and associate member firms. See who our member firms are....
PIMFA Plus
PIMFA Plus offers our full and associate member firms a suite of valuable services and curated products at bespoke rates from specialised partners that work with PIMFA....
PIMFA Careers
Job opportunities at PIMFA....
Find a Firm
Use our online directory to find a PIMFA member firm who can help you manage your money, buy and sell shares and access financial advice....
About Our Industry
Our industry helps people navigate the difficult financial decisions needed throughout the stages of their life. These professionals provide valuable expertise and support. ...
PIMFA Members
PIMFA's membership is on a corporate level. We represent both full and associate member firms. See who our member firms are....
PIMFA Plus
PIMFA Plus offers our full and associate member firms a suite of valuable services and curated products at bespoke rates from specialised partners that work with PIMFA....
PIMFA Groups
PIMFA Groups consist of committees, forums, briefings and working groups which provide an opportunity for individuals from our member firms to discuss relevant topics within our industry and examine issues...
PIMFA WealthTech
PIMFA Wealthtech develops new concepts and promotes the latest technologies for the benefit of our members....
Find a Firm
Use our online directory to find a PIMFA member firm who can help you manage your money, buy and sell shares and access financial advice....
Want to Collaborate?
Get in touch if you would like to collaborate with us in any of these areas. ...
Contact Us
All the details you will need to contact PIMFA....

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Supervision

The oversight of firms and individuals to reduce actual and/or potential harm to consumers and markets.

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PIMFA Response to FCA CP 25-13 – Improving the Complaints Reporting process

Paper Type: PIMFA Response Papers
Recipients: Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
Month Published: July 22, 2025
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PIMFA Women’s Symposium 2026

Following from the HUGE success of the PIMFA Women’s Symposium 2025, we are delighted to announce details of the 2026 event. …
£350.00 – £1,100.00
Date & Time: 19th May 2026 (8:00) - 20th May 2026 (17:00)
Location: London excel
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PIMFA is the UK’s leading trade association for wealth management, investment services, and financial advice firms.
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FCA Independent Statutory Panel

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Published: March 24, 2025
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Homepage 2025

PIMFA provides members with essential policy support, market intelligence, events and promotional opportunites, industry insight and much more.
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Attendee Registration

Secure your place at upcoming PIMFA events, webinars, and training sessions.
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PIMFA Response to FCA CP24/2 Part 2; Greater transparency of our enforcement investigations

Paper Type: PIMFA Response Papers
Recipients: Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
Month Published: February 14, 2025
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PIMFA response to Modernising the redress system

Paper Type: PIMFA Response Papers
Recipients: Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
Month Published: January 30, 2025
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Our Work

Our mission is to help create a UK culture of thriving financial health through constructive advocacy, creating connections and practical support.
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PIMFA response: Financial Services Growth & Competitiveness Strategy

Paper Type: PIMFA Response Papers
Recipients: HM Treasury
Month Published: January 7, 2025
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PIMFA’s submission to Call for Input (CfI): Review of requirements following the introduction of the Consumer Duty

Paper Type: PIMFA Response Papers
Recipients: Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
Month Published: October 31, 2024
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PIMFA’s submission to GC24/4: Proposed amendments to Guidance on the treatment of politically exposed persons

Paper Type: PIMFA Response Papers
Recipients: Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
Month Published: October 18, 2024
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PIMFA’s submission to the House of Lords Financial Services Regulation Committee (FSRC) on the FCA’s proposals in consultation paper CP24/2: Our Enforcement Guide and publicising enforcement investigations – a new approach

Paper Type: PIMFA Response Papers
Recipients: House of Lords EU Financial Affairs Sub-Committee
Month Published: October 11, 2024
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PIMFA response to Charging Claims Management Companies and other professional representatives

Paper Type: PIMFA Response Papers
Recipients: The Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS)
Month Published: July 3, 2024
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PIMFA response to FCA Consultation Paper CP24/6: Regulatory fees and levies: policy proposals for 2024/25

Paper Type: PIMFA Response Papers
Recipients: Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
Month Published: May 16, 2024
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