NEW HEAD OF REGULATORY SUPPORT APPOINTED BY THE RIGHT DA CLUB
10 July 2023
The Right DA Club has today (10th July 2023) announced the appointment of a new Head of Regulatory Support.
Steven Howard joins with immediate effect having spent over 35 years working in the financial services industry in both adviser and compliance-focused roles.
He will look after The Right DA Club’s regulatory support proposition which delivers compliance solutions to directly authorised firms covering: file checking, compliance support days, complaints handling, financial promotion approvals, onboarding support and more.
The Right DA Club also offers an FCA application support service, a commission club, technology provision and a range of other services and resources for its members.
Steven will report to Chelsea Kiefert, Head of DA at The Right Mortgage.
He joins from Simplybiz where he spent over 16 years, most recently as its Head of Mortgage Lending & Compliance Services. He has also been a self-employed IFA and a Principal of a mortgage brokerage.
Chelsea Kiefert, Head of DA at The Right DA Club, commented:
“We are very pleased to be announcing Steven’s appointment in what is a vital role for our business, Head of Regulatory Support. Our compliance solutions are a central part of The Right DA Club proposition and Steven’s experience in this area is second to none. In a world where regulation continues to shift, and the responsibilities for advisory practices become ever greater, we know that DA firms want the backing, resource and support of quality clubs and experienced individuals in order to navigate through these waters. Steven is a fantastic addition to the team and I know he will be a huge benefit to all those firms who use us for their regulatory and compliance needs."
Steven Howard, Head of Regulatory Support at The Right DA Club, said:
“At this point of my career - and after over 16 years with Simply Biz - I am thrilled to be given the opportunity to join such a vibrant and forward-thinking company like The Right DA Club, where member support and respect is central to the proposition. I particularly look forward to utilising and sharing my knowledge, skills, and experiences from over 35 years in financial services (alongside the excellent Right DA Club team) to deliver, develop and enhance the existing compliance and regulatory service offering for new and existing members. This is an extremely exciting time to be joining The Right DA Club and I hope to play a significant part in their future business growth plans.”
For more information on The Right DA Club, please visit: www.therightdaclub.co.uk
For more information on The Right DA Club’s sister companies, The Right Mortgage & Protection Network, The Later Life Lending Network or The Right PMI & Healthcare, please contact: joinus@therightmortgage.co.uk or visit www.therightmortgage.co.uk
