OUR
GROUP.
Supporting financial services businesses across the UK and Europe through a group of specialist companies.
Specialist Businesses.
Shared Expertise.
Bluefriars Group brings together specialist businesses that support differing needs in the financial services sector.
Each company within the Group performs a distinct role whilst benefiting from the wider experience, infrastructure and expertise available across Bluefriars.
Together, the Group provides regulatory, governance, operational and commercial support to financial services businesses across the UK and European markets at every stage of development, from launch and authorisation through to growth, expansion and long-term strategic planning.
Our structure enables clients to access a broader range of specialist capabilities whilst maintaining continuity and consistency as their business evolves.
Built Around the Needs of Financial Services Businesses
Financial services businesses often require support across multiple disciplines, including UK and EU distribution, governance, operational development, regulation, and strategic growth and expansion.
Rather than engaging multiple advisers across different organisations, Bluefriars Group brings together specialist expertise within a single, integrated group.
This collaborative approach enables clients to access the support they need across both UK and European regulatory environments as their business evolves, whilst benefiting from a team that understands the wider commercial, regulatory and operational picture.
EXPLORE OUR GROUP COMPANIES
Each company within Bluefriars Group performs a distinct role whilst contributing to a broader ecosystem of expertise across the financial services sector.
Select a company below to learn more about its capabilities and how it supports clients across the UK and Europe.
BBL.
Bluefriars Brokers Limited (BBL)
The principal trading business within the Group, providing regulatory hosting, intermediary services and access to UK insurance markets.
Key Areas:
• Regulatory Hosting
• Appointed Representative Services
• Broker support
• MGA & MGU Support
• Insurance Distribution
• Governance & Compliance
• Market Access Solutions
BBCE.
Bluefriars Brokers Central Europe (BBCE) – Czech Republic
Supporting businesses seeking to establish, expand or operate within European markets through our Czech Republic regulated entity.
Key Areas:
• European Market Entry
• Cross-Border Trading
• Regulatory Support
• Market Expansion Strategies
• European Distribution Solutions
BBB.
Bluefriars Brokers Brussels (BBB) – Belgium
Providing access to Belgian and wider European market opportunities through our Belgium regulated entity.
Key Areas:
• European Market Access
• Cross-Border Trading
• Regulatory Support
• European Distribution Solutions
• Strategic Expansion Support
BASIL.
Bluefriars Acquisition Services (BASIL)
Providing specialist acquisition research and intelligence services, helping firms identify, evaluate and assess potential targets before committing to a transaction.
With over 100 transactions completed, BASIL brings deep practical experience to every stage of the acquisition process.
Key Areas:
• Acquisition Research & Sourcing
• Target Identification & Screening
• Market Intelligence
• Opportunity Evaluation
• Pre-Transaction Advisory
BTAC.
Working Together
Whilst each company within the Group performs a distinct role, they share a common objective: helping financial services businesses build strong foundations, navigate regulatory requirements and achieve sustainable growth.
By combining specialist expertise across multiple disciplines, Bluefriars Group provides practical support to businesses operating in the UK, entering European markets or pursuing cross-border growth opportunities.