Compliance Advisory Services

Our compliance advisory Service Offerings

We understand that regulatory compliance can be a burden on your team. Your team may have specific requirements, needs or specialist input required. We have been supporting firms of every size in meeting their compliance goals.

We offer bespoke compliance support packages for advisory firms; our team will work to understand your firm's needs and support you based on your stated requirements.

Ongoing compliance advisory support

If required, you can rely on us for all your compliance needs. Our team stay cognisant of new regulations from any relevant body and can discuss with you how you are affected and what you need to do.

We help with:

  • drafting policies and procedures
  • creating a robust compliance monitoring program
  • financial crime controls review and implementation
  • designing and delivering training programmes.

You will have peace of mind that you’re meeting your regulatory commitments through rigorous compliance monitoring.

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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August 7, 2022

Preparing for the TPR Regime

The Temporary Permissions Regime ('TPR') was designed in response to Brexit to ensure that European firms operating in the UK via a passport could continue operating temporarily while they seek full authorisation in the UK.

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August 9, 2022

What are UK sanctions and how to conduct sanctions screening?

Sanctions are normally used by the international community for one or more of the following reasons:

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November 29, 2025

FCA updates : centre on market integrity, crypto oversight and operational efficiency.

This week’s FCA updates centre on market integrity, crypto oversight, and operational efficiency. The regulator progressed the move to T+1 settlement, expanded crypto policy work, and made several enforcement interventions.

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Insights

January 28, 2022

Vulnerable customers – understanding and meeting the FCA’s guidelines

Fair treatment of vulnerable customers has been a longstanding concern for the FCA . The FCA has released the Finalised Guidance (FG21/1). It sets out its view of what firms should do to comply with their obligations under the Principles and ensure they treat vulnerable customers fairly.
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June 11, 2021

FCA Financial Promotions Quarterly Review

In our first of the series on regulatory smarts, we alert you to the quarterly financial promotion release issued by the FCA
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June 27, 2022

Credit Broking- a brief FCA guide

At MEMA, we believe in upskilling our readers and clients as much as possible. We will be releasing brief explanations into Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)-regulated areas, so you can understand quickly what are the requirements in that area. Our first area will be Credit Broking.
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April 11, 2021

Preparing for your annual FCA Reporting Requirements

Your firm is due to submit its regulatory return(s) within 30 business days of your Accounting Reference Date. Reporting requirements apply to all firms with permissions to carry on regulated claims management activities, including firms with temporary permissions.
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October 12, 2021

Understanding the Regulatory Landscape

At MEMA, in discussions with our customers (current and prospective) we identified a common theme, understanding the regulatory landscape is problematic and requires clearer descriptions aid understanding.
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April 11, 2021

FCA Cryptocurrency Regulation Part 1

From 10 January 2020, the FCA became the anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CTF) supervisor for crypto firms, covering firms that exchange money to and from crypto assets and those that safeguard their customers crypto assets.
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October 12, 2022

How to get FCA authorised (part 2)

As part of our How To series on 'How to get FCA authorised'. We are addressing all aspects of preparing for FCA authorisation. This will look to cover a range of key items your business should consider from the location of offices, and expected fees to resourcing.
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December 5, 2025

FCA updates : ESG ratings, improved reporting processes and safer AI testing

This week the FCA pushed for clearer ESG ratings, improved reporting processes and safer AI testing. It advanced market transparency through the bond consolidated tape. Enforcement remained active with fraud charges and AML supervisory concerns. Governance risks continued with a firm liquidation. Firms should update controls, review data processes and prepare for upcoming complaint handling and market transparency changes.
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May 23, 2025

Buy-Now-Pay-Later gets real: what the 2025 draft Order means for short-term interest-free credit – and why firms must start planning now

Five years on from the Treasury’s initial pledge, Parliament now has the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Regulated Activities etc.) (Amendment) Order 2025 on its table
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September 27, 2022

How to get FCA authorised (part 1)

We are launching a new How To series on 'How to get FCA authorised'. This will look to cover a range of key items your business should consider from the location of offices, expected fees to resourcing. We will start on the first few key areas covering
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June 12, 2025

Banks vs. the Rest: Why 83 Percent of FCA Fine Value Hits the Banking Sector

UK banks have paid £ 3.96 billion in FCA fines since 2013. Discover the root causes and a five-step compliance roadmap for 2025.
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June 26, 2025

From Market Abuse to AML: Five FCA Breach Categories to Watch in 2025

AML, conflict-of-interest and operational-resilience fines are rising fast. Learn how to safeguard your firm before the next FCA crackdown.
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December 18, 2025

FCA Consumer Duty: What the Latest Co-Manufacturer Clarifications Mean for Your Compliance Framework

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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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August 9, 2023

Revised U.K. Financial Regulators' Complaints Scheme - Coming into effect 1, November 2023

In a collaborative effort, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA), and Bank of England have unveiled their revised Complaints Scheme, which fundamentally shapes the protocol for addressing and managing grievances lodged against the U.K. regulatory bodies. This revamped framework encompasses several significant modifications:
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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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