PIMFA are dedicated to providing hands-on guidance and practical support to our members on the wide-ranging issues impacting them and their customers.​

PIMFA Groups consist of committees, forums and working groups which provide an opportunity for individuals from our member firms to discuss and examine key topics within our industry such as financial crime, regulation & compliance, talent, operations and much more.​

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 as Financial Crime, Regulation, Taxation, and much more.​

PIMFA collaborates with product and service providers to offer member firms a suite of membership enhancements. ​ ​PIMFA Plus Partners are by invitation only.​

Morningstar PIMFA Investor Index Series and Risk Index Series - both designed to represent their respective weightings, show returns of selected multi-asset-class strategies and are used as benchmarks to compare the performance and returns of private client investment portfolios.​

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 together. Elevate your expertise with PIMFA Learning events (with up to 50% discount on paid 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 WealthTech acts as a clearing house by delivering structured showcases, known as Tech Sprints, of the latest technology innovations and solutions that address key problem statements faced by the sector

The PIMFA Bulletin is our weekly email update delivering news and current affairs from within and around the industry. It also provides future insight on upcoming events and important information for members to be aware of.​

All customers are at risk of becoming vulnerable, but the risk is increased by particular characteristics and the FCA have key expectations for firms that need careful consideration as they implement this principals-based regulation.​

The Consumer Duty is intended to ensure a higher standard of care across financial services for retail customers and to deliver good consumer outcomes throughout the life cycle of products and services.​

Sustainable finance and taking environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues into account is an important consideration for firms and customers alike and impacts their decision making on both long-term investment and the wider impact of their activities. ​

PRIIPs (Packaged Retail and Insurance-based Investment Products) ensuring transparent, standardised information for retail investors on investment products.

Financial crime, broadly defined as any criminal conduct relating to money or financial services, including fraud, money laundering, the misuse of information, bribery and corruption, handling the proceeds of crime, financing terrorism, or cybercrime, currently​ costs UK institutions £38.3bn* a year (a 32% increase since 2021). *Source: LexisNexis Risk Solutions (2023) ​ ​

In this agenda for Government, PIMFA outlines a series of initiatives we believe will help build a culture of thriving financial health in the UK.​

The need for consumers to receive support in their financial decision making has never been greater, yet the take up of advice remains low. PIMFA strongly believes that this advice and support gap needs to be addressed by both the Government and Regulators, ensuring that people are able to access the right support.​

PIMFA has put forward considerations and proposals regarding the future of supervision in our sector. Our work outlines our ideas on how the UK's regulator could make improvements in its role as a supervisor of regulated firms and in delivering its regulatory objectives.​

Read the latest PIMFA Press Releases.​

Cyber Security is an important subject for PIMFA and explores a wide range of issues impacting our sector, and develops best practices and guidance.

The FCA’s CASS (‘Client Assets Sourcebook’) rules have been created to ensure that client assets are safeguarded in the event of an investment firm’s failure. If a firm holds or controls their clients’ money or their assets, they must follow the CASS rules.

In December 2022, the UK Government launched an Accelerated Settlement Taskforce (T+1) to explore the potential for faster settlement of financial trades in the UK. Transaction date + 1 means the settlement date of a trade is one business day after the trade execution date.

Through essential work with PIMFA's committees (comprised of member firms) we create responses to industry consultations on important key issues. Through this process we represent our members interests to key bodies such regulators and government. ​ ​

Read PIMFA's member only practical guides written by our experts to help our member firms interpret, comply and implement political and regulatory changes.​

Read PIMFA's member only practical guides thought leadership, written by our experts to support our member firms and to drive change through the industry on priority topics.

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.

The PIMFA Leading Lights Forum people from across our member firms to learn and collaborate with their peers, and to conduct primary research focusing on current hot topics impacting us all across our industry.​

Interested in knowing more about the options to be involved in our events, learning and training? ​ We have opportunities sponsorship, partnership, speaking, branding and much more. Contact us to find out more.​

Stay informed of the latest regulatory, compliance and risk issues impacting your firm.​

Self-Assessment Tax Return made simple. ​

Bring lost accounts, pensions and investments back home. Find everything from your first bank account to your forgotten shares.​

ID-Pal is an award-winning identity verification and AML screening solution that uses 100% AI-powered technology to verify identities and addresses in real-time.​

Smirk Experience helps financial services professionals become more confident, engaging and effective communicators using techniques derived from the world of stand-up comedy.

Mitigo is a cyber security company offering a complete cyber security service to keep your company, your data, and your staff completely safe from cyber-attacks. ​

Specialising in the financial services sector, Onyx Insurance Brokers is committed to offering tailored insurance solutions that address the specific risks and challenges faced by professionals in this industry.​

Advancing digital integration in wealth management in delivering safer, more accessible, and more effective outcomes for all retail investors by leveraging the latest low–code automation technology, building essential links that allow legacy systems to work in harmony with the evolving technology landscape.​

PIMFA is committed to promoting culture and inclusion within the wealth management, investment services and financial advice industry.​

As part of our ongoing work, our ‘make it.’ campaign is dedicated to changing perceptions and encouraging an​ exciting and diverse mix of new talent into our industry​.