Expert Compliance Solutions for Financial Advisors

I'm Paul Petrie.

For over two decades, I've supported brokers and advisers across the UK as a compliance officer, including my time with Primus, and other leading networks. Today, my sole focus is helping financial advisers in Northern Ireland like you transition smoothly from Appointed Representative to Directly Authorised, without the stress or second-guessing.

A Clear Path, With Someone Beside You

Going DA can feel like a daunting leap. That's why I've built a service designed to walk with you at every stage — not just in theory, but in action.Me and my team will:

• Guide you through the entire application process to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)

• Take care of the form-filling and documentation, so nothing is missed
• Support you with annual reporting and regulatory obligations
• Help you build your own internal systems, from administration to insurer communication
• Connect you with brokers who've already gone DA and are willing to share their real-world experience

No Hidden Agenda. Just Support.

We're completely independent. That means we have no stake in who you choose to support your new DA firm. Whether you prefer a national solution or a local Northern Ireland-based supplier, we'll help you assess your options and work with whoever you trust. Our only goal is your success.

• Risk assessment
• Regulatory training
• Compliance consulting

Real People. Real Transitions.

You won't just get advice from a distance — you'll get access to people who've walked this path recently. Staff from broker firms who've already made the move are on hand to share their own journey, systems, and lessons learned. This is peer-level insight, not just theory.

The DA Transition, Made Simple:

✅ Full FCA application support
✅ Practical office setup & system guidance
✅ Ongoing compliance and reporting help
✅ Local, experienced contacts for honest advice
✅ Zero-pressure — just the facts and the follow-through