Securing FCA authorisation means navigating detailed information requests, a complete application package, and ongoing engagement with your case officer — often including up to three rounds of FCA questions. But with the right support, you can move through the process with a clear, structured approach at every stage.
Cosegic provides comprehensive compliance support, strategic guidance and project management throughout the FCA authorisation process. At the outset, Cosegic will issue an Information Requirements List requesting key details, including controllers and ownership structure, the investment business plan, investors and key risks, senior management and individual information, and three-year financial forecasts. Based on the information provided, Cosegic will prepare and submit a complete FCA application, including the Regulatory Business Plan, Compliance Manual, Controller Applications, SMF Applications, Compliance Monitoring Programme, and Financial Forecasts. Following submission, applications are typically allocated to an FCA case officer within approximately two weeks, and Cosegic will assist with managing FCA correspondence and preparing responses to FCA queries.
Here, you can download an overview of Cosegic’s end-to-end FCA authorisation assistance, including an indicative timeline, for you to use as you prepare your firm’s application.
Here, you can download the nine crucial elements of preparing for a financial crime audit for you to use in the lead up to your audit.