Advocate Educate Elevate
Our mission is simple yet profound: to make investment better. Better for clients, enabling them to achieve their financial goals. Better for companies, providing the capital they need to grow. And better for the economy, ensuring prosperity for all.
We Advocate, Educate, and Elevate the investment management sector, fostering competitiveness and growth both in the UK and internationally.
The UK boasts a leading, respected investment management centre and a robust supporting ecosystem, making it one of the largest, most diverse, and globally connected financial services hubs in the world.
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If your organisation is a member, all staff can register to access a suite of member-only resources including discounted events, the knowledge centre and policy updates.
Non-members can still register and subscribe to our public newsletters for updates on training, events and general information.
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Compare membership benefits
Membership of the Investment Association is at an organisational level. Once an organisation is a member, all staff can register for an account to access resources on the member site. The Investment Association offers a number of membership options, all of which have bespoke benefits to ensure your organisation is actively involved in the future development of the investment management industry in the UK, Europe and Internationally.
Explore the benefits available across each IA membership type and find the right option for your organisation.
| Benefits | FullMember | SectorMember | InternationalMember | AffiliateMember |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Membership type | Full membership is for authorised firms that provide investment management products and services in the UK, or operate UK-authorised investment funds. | Sector membership is for firms who wish to classify their funds to the IA Sectors but not participate in the wider industry activities of the Investment Association. | International membership is for investment managers or companies providing services to the investment management industry that do not operate or promote funds in the UK. | Affiliate membership is for firms that provide associated services to the investment management industry. Legal, consultancy, advisory, administration, tech, etc. |
| View our Full Members | View our Sector Members | Contact our team to learn more | View our Affiliate Members | |
| Direct access to IA policy leads and technical experts | ✔ | - | ✔ | ✔ |
| Full access to the member-only area and exclusive resource | ✔ | - | ✔ | ✔ |
| Ability to contribute to industry consultations and influence advocacy | ✔ | - | ✔ | ✔ * |
| Member only market insight and intelligence | ✔ | - | ✔ | ✔ |
| Preferential member rates across 100+ IA Training Courses and Webinars | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Complimentary access* / Member rate to IA Events and Webinars | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ * |
| Active participation in IA Committees, Working Groups and Discussion Forums | ✔ | - | ✔ | ✔ |
| Senior level participation at IA roundtable discussions | ✔ | - | ✔ * | ✔ * |
| Unlimited fund classification within IA Sectors at no additional cost | ✔ | - | - | - |
| Enhanced promotion of funds through IA Sector Classification | ✔ | ✔ | - | - |
| Elevated profile and exposure via data vendors and trade press for funds | ✔ | ✔ | - | - |
| Complimentary access* to IA Fund Analyser providing data and analysis on discrete retail and institutional flows | ✔ | - | - | - |
| Partnership / Sponsorship / Exhibitor opportunities across 50+ IA flagship and tiered events | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Timely member-only updates and alerts on regulatory and policy developments | ✔ | - | ✔ | ✔ |
| Apply for membership | Apply | Apply | Apply | Apply |
* As Appropriate
Full Member
Full membership is for authorised firms that provide investment management products and services in the UK, or operate UK-authorised investment funds.
View our Full MembersSector Member
Sector membership is for firms who wish to classify their funds to the IA Sectors but not participate in the wider industry activities of the Investment Association.
View our Sector MembersInternational Member
International membership is for investment managers or companies providing services to the investment management industry that do not operate or promote funds in the UK.
View our International MembersAffiliate Member
Affiliate membership is for firms that provide associated services to the investment management industry. Legal, consultancy, advisory, administration, tech, etc.
View our Affiliate Members* As Appropriate
Additional Opportunities Across the IA Group
In addition to your membership benefits, members can access a range of specialist programmes and services designed to support business growth, industry engagement and talent development. Whether you're looking to connect with investment management firms, attract future talent or gain valuable governance insights, these opportunities can help you maximise the value of your membership.
IA Engine
Engine connects innovative technology firms with the investment management industry. Through market access, thought leadership opportunities, industry engagement and our Innovator programme, Engine helps FinTech businesses raise their profile, build meaningful connections and accelerate growth.
Investment20/20
Investment20/20 helps firms attract, develop and retain diverse talent. Through education outreach, industry events and professional development initiatives, members can engage with future talent and strengthen their workforce for the long term.
IVIS
One of the UK's leading providers of corporate governance research, IVIS helps investors and market participants stay informed on governance and stewardship matters. Members benefit from expert analysis, market insights and access to a trusted voice on corporate governance issues.
The investment management industry is operating in an increasingly global marketplace, where competitiveness, innovation and influence extend far beyond national borders. As Chief Executive of the Investment Association, I am proud that we are not only the voice of UK investment management, but also a champion for the UK's position as one of the world's most respected and internationally connected investment centres.
Membership gives you access to expert insight, influential networks, industry-leading events and opportunities to collaborate with peers on the issues that matter most to your business. It also provides unrivalled access to senior government officials, policymakers and regulators, enabling your organisation to be part of the conversations that shape public policy, influence the regulatory agenda and help define the future direction of our industry. In a rapidly changing environment, individual firms face increasingly complex challenges and opportunities. Our members come together to shape policy, influence regulation and set industry standards, providing a collective voice for UK investment management both at home and around the world.
Join the IA and give your business the insight, influence and connections it needs to thrive.
Shape the future of investment with us
Access events, training and networking opportunities designed to help your organisation stay informed, connected and actively involved in the future of investment management.
Industry Events
Connect with peers, policymakers and industry experts through IA events designed to share insight, spark discussion and support better decision-making across the investment management sector.
Best in Class Training
Build knowledge and capability through practical training, technical briefings and expert-led learning designed to support professional development across your organisation.
Sponsorship and Networking
Raise your profile, strengthen relationships and engage with key industry audiences through sponsorship opportunities and targeted networking activity.
Meet the team
Speak to our membership team to understand which option best supports your organisation.
Gillian Painter
Director of Membership, Enterprises & Marketing
Peter Sampson
Relationship Manager
Emma Wegoda
Senior Partnership Manager
Don’t wait to unlock your member access
Not sure which membership is right for you? Get in touch with our membership team to discover which package is best suited to your organisation’s needs.
