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The pace of change in the financial services sector is unprecedented.

New regulations, competition, technology and regulatory scrutiny all add to the ongoing commercial pressures of operating in an uncertain economic landscape.

Whether you are a bank, insurer, asset manager, broker, pension fund or IT company, we can give you strategic advice on the regulatory pressures you may be facing and the great opportunities that new markets and models can offer you for growth.

With financial services experts based in all our offices in the UK, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we can also assist you internationally, offering particular expertise ensuring compliance with UK and EU law as well as Sharia principles.

We are here to support you through the many life cycles of your business. We will ensure our technical expertise and personal approach are at the forefront of a collaborative partnership with you and your business.

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The Private Wealth team at Charles Russell Speechlys advises both financial services firms and private individuals.

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Alongside our advice on debt and international finance we also advise our clients on regulatory reform, compliance and data security issues.

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From mobile payment systems to blockchain, the evolution of modern technology is transforming financial services.

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