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Finance

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole (BCP) are known as a thriving, well established financial centre.

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350 firms in the area (2020)
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Sector Board & Peer Networks
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12,700 Jobs (2022)
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4,000 Students (2021/22)
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Gigabit Fibre Networks & Private 5G Networks
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£1.3 Billion GVA (ons 2019)

Significant global financial businesses have head offices here, dealing with everything from securities processing to fund trustee management and we have seen a trend amongst financial and professional services firms moving jobs either out of London or from overseas back to the UK.

More than 60,000 Londoners bought a home outside of the capital in the first half of 2022, the highest number since records began in 2006. With many moving out of the capital to the South Coast in search of more affordable properties and a better work-life balance.

The area is also home to several back and middle office operations both large and small with strengths that lie in the Business Process Outsourcing, Knowledge Process Outsourcing and Innovation and Technology Centres supporting the financial sector.

Financial and related services companies can collaborate with our universities and college, developing unique products, adding new value to their reputation through innovative products, develop existing staff and discover new talent.

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Why Invest in BCP in Financial Services?

• The area is a leading centre of excellence for the financial services sector in the UK

• There is a wealth of experience amongst existing businesses of getting the most from the extensive local supply chain

• Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole is home to an international airport which is an important gateway for southern England

• The area is close to London but with lower overheads and wages make it an attractive alternative to locate to. With miles of beaches and a great sub-climate, there is also a great quality of life

• Local universities and colleges are attuned to business and will help companies develop new products, services and brands to gain a competitive advantage

• Discover new talent and develop existing staff

• Finance companies investing in the area will have access to outstanding business support from the BCP council Economic Development team

• The Port of Poole within Europe’s largest natural harbour offers regular freight and passenger services to the continent

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