Bain Capital (UK) Limited

Reference number: 978323

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Appointed representative

This firm does not hold FCA authorisation of its own. It acts under a principal firm, which is legally responsible for its regulated business.

Responsible principal firm

Bain Capital Private Equity (Europe), LLP Reference number: 592556 Authorised View firm →
What does this mean?
  • An appointed representative (AR) can carry out regulated financial services, but is not directly authorised by the FCA. A principal firm holds the authorisation and is legally responsible for the AR's conduct.
  • Bain Capital (UK) Limited (FRN 978323) is an AR of Bain Capital Private Equity (Europe), LLP (FRN 592556). When you use Bain Capital (UK)'s services, the FCA authorisation sits with the principal firm.
  • Example: if you take financial advice from Bain Capital (UK), complaints and compensation usually follow the same rules as dealing with the principal, but this depends on the product and your circumstances.
  • Before you proceed, confirm contact details match the official FCA register for both firms. Scammers sometimes clone legitimate AR names and FRNs but use fake phone numbers and websites.

Identity

Check their details

Compare these against whatever you were given. Scammers clone real firm names and reference numbers but use their own phone number and website, so a detail that does not match the register is the clearest warning sign there is.

Company details

From the company's Companies House record.

Company number
13467315
Company status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
21 June 2021 (5 years old)
Registered office
Duo, Level 6, 280 Bishopsgate, London, EC2M 4RB, England
Nature of business
  • Activities of head offices (SIC 70100)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
Liam Kennedy Director Jan 1975 9 Mar 2022
Jean Michel Frederic Leon Noel Director Oct 1978 18 Nov 2025

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Activities and protection

What they can do, and how you are protected

  • Protection through the principal firm
    Protection works through Bain Capital Private Equity (Europe), LLP, the principal firm responsible for this firm's regulated activity. FSCS cover and the Financial Ombudsman Service apply as they would to the principal.

Complaints: You can refer a complaint about this firm to the Financial Ombudsman Service for free, whichever activity it relates to.

Track record

FCA actions and complaints

No FCA disciplinary action, and no complaints recorded with the Ombudsman.

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is Bain Capital (UK) Limited FCA authorised?
Bain Capital (UK) Limited (FRN 978323) is not directly authorised. It is an appointed representative acting under the responsibility of a directly authorised principal firm.
What does appointed representative mean for Bain Capital (UK)?
An appointed representative (AR) can carry out regulated financial services, but is not directly authorised by the FCA. A principal firm holds the authorisation and is legally responsible for the AR's conduct. Bain Capital (UK) Limited (FRN 978323) is an AR of Bain Capital Private Equity (Europe), LLP (FRN 592556). When you use Bain Capital (UK)'s services, the FCA authorisation sits with the principal firm. Example: if you take financial advice from Bain Capital (UK), complaints and compensation usually follow the same rules as dealing with the principal, but this depends on the product and your circumstances. Before you proceed, confirm contact details match the official FCA register for both firms. Scammers sometimes clone legitimate AR names and FRNs but use fake phone numbers and websites.
Is my money safe with Bain Capital (UK)?
Protection works through Bain Capital Private Equity (Europe), LLP, the principal firm responsible for Bain Capital (UK)'s regulated activity. FSCS cover and the Financial Ombudsman Service apply as they would to the principal.
Is Bain Capital (UK) a scam or clone?
Bain Capital (UK) is a genuine FCA-listed firm. However, scammers sometimes clone authorised firms. Always check that the contact details you were given match those on the FCA register before sending money or sharing information.
What is Bain Capital (UK)'s Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
Bain Capital (UK)'s FRN is 978323. You can verify it on the FCA register.