Standards

How we operate

HPT Group is an independent advisory firm. It is not itself a licensed trust or company service provider, fund administrator, bank or immigration agent. Where an engagement needs a regulated provider, that work is delivered by a licensed third party under its own authorisation.

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Operating standards

How every engagement is run

These standards apply across the firm, whatever the jurisdiction or the size of the matter.

01
Adviser-led engagement model
Every engagement is led by a named senior adviser from kick-off through implementation. The senior adviser who signs the engagement letter signs the deliverable.
02
Working-papers retention
Every memorandum, scenario model and supporting document is retained after the engagement closes, in encrypted, access-controlled storage.
03
Confidentiality and information security
Client information is encrypted in transit and at rest. Access is limited to the people working on the matter and protected by multi-factor authentication.
04
Fees and introduction payments
Fees agreed in writing before work begins. Where a bank or provider pays us for an introduction, we tell you before the introduction is made.
05
AML-equivalent due diligence
Before any engagement starts we carry out customer due diligence, sanctions screening and checks for politically exposed persons, whether or not the law requires it of us.

Advisers in discussion at a meeting table

In practice

Who is regulated for what

We design and coordinate cross-border structures. Where a structure needs a licensed provider, such as a trust or company service provider, a regulated trustee, a bank, a licensed citizenship agent or a fund administrator, we identify that provider, brief them and document the handover.

You will always know which provider is regulated for which part of the work.

Services are provided by HPT Group Limited, Hong Kong, and, where stated, by licensed third-party providers.

What we will not do