Fintel Plc, a company established in 2002 and headquartered in Huddersfield, UK, is a key provider of support services and market access within the United Kingdom's retail financial services sector. Operating under its current name since March 2021, having previously been known as The SimplyBiz Group plc, Fintel's activities are structured across three primary divisions: Intermediary Services, Distribution Channels, and Fintech & Research. The Intermediary Services segment specializes in offering essential compliance and regulatory guidance to a diverse range of directly authorized financial intermediary firms, including independent financial advisors, mortgage professionals, workplace benefits consultants, and wealth management experts. Through its Distribution Channels segment, Fintel facilitates market engagement for financial institutions. This involves providing strategic marketing and promotional support, aiding in product placement on approved panels, and engaging in co-manufacturing initiatives. Additionally, this segment conducts vital survey paneling and surveying activities specifically for mortgage lenders. The robust Fintech & Research division stands out with its advanced Fintech platform, serving approximately 8,000 users across 3,300 companies. It is also a key source of independent ratings for an extensive portfolio of 21,000 financial products and investment funds, with its assessments trusted by 250 brands. This division further empowers product providers by supplying critical market insights, expertise in product design and compliance, and targeted distribution strategies. For intermediaries, it delivers tools for comprehensive product research and comparison, cutting-edge financial planning and advice technology, and streamlined centralized data and workflow solutions. Finally, consumers benefit from its offerings through informative product education, comparative analysis, and clear rating services.
