Apply to be authorised by us
At Wise Harbour, we treat our clients with courtesy, honesty and integrity. We deliver practical and informed advice that achieves results. If you are interested in becoming a Corporate Authorised Representative with a stable and compliant AFSL holder we would welcome your enquiry. Our years of experience and notable expertise ensure that your application is in good hands.Our consistent track record of uncompromising ethics, instils confidence and trust. We use cutting-edge technologies to ensure superior services to those wishing to enter the financial services world. This allows us to respond quickly, and gives you the best chance at authorisation.
Standard Requirements
- The applicant can be a private person, a partnership or a corporation.
- The applicant must be a current resident of Australia.
- The applicant must intend to provide a financial service or financial product in Australia to persons residing in Australia.
- The applicant, partners and or directors must be of good fame and character and will be the subject of a National Police Check with the AFP, a Bankruptcy check with the AFSA and a “Banning” check with ASIC.
- The applicant must be able to demonstrate that they have sufficient formal qualifications and experience to verify their ability to provide the financial service or financial product. You must have at least five years of experience before we would consider licensing someone or having them supervised by someone with experience.is our internal policy.
- The applicant must provide a short proposal that outlines what they want to do.
- The applicant, partners and or Directors must be willing to undergo background checks and reference checks.
The above requirements are required for both General Advice or Personal Advice authorisations. We believe in laying out all the details for you to evaluate and decide for yourself if working together makes sense for you
Your Obligations
As a Corporate Authorised Representative (CAR) in the Australian Financial Services industry, there are several obligations that must be met to comply with the regulatory framework and ensure the provision of high-quality financial services to clients.
Compliance with the AFS licensee's obligations
The CAR must comply with the obligations of the AFS licensee, including licensing requirements, disclosure requirements, and record-keeping requirements.
Compliance with relevant laws and regulations
The CAR must comply with all relevant laws and regulations, including the Corporations Act 2001 and the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) regulatory guides.
Maintaining appropriate training and competence
The CAR must ensure that all of their representatives who provide financial services are appropriately trained and competent to provide those services.
Acting in the best interests of clients
The CAR must act in the best interests of their clients and provide financial advice that is appropriate for their clients’ individual circumstances.
Providing clear and accurate information
The CAR must provide clear and accurate information to clients about the financial services being provided, including fees and charges, risks and benefits, and any conflicts of interest.
Maintaining appropriate systems and controls
The CAR must have appropriate systems and controls in place to ensure compliance with their obligations and to manage any risks associated with the provision of financial services.
Overall, the obligations of a CAR are designed to ensure that they operate within a high standard of conduct and professionalism and provide clients with the highest level of protection and quality of financial services
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