Senior management functions (SMFs)
As part of our Senior Managers and Certification Regime, senior individuals performing certain roles in firms need approval from us or the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA).
Find out how to apply below.
Appointed representatives
Principal firms must follow a different approval process to make sure their appointed representatives are fit and proper to carry out controlled functions.
Overseas candidates
We welcome applications for candidates based overseas or working in other industry sectors, as well as in the UK financial services sector.
Change or cancel an approval for a controlled function
Use our forms to change, withdraw or cancel approval for a controlled function.