We are regulated by the Guernsey Financial Services Commission (GFSC) under the Protection of Investors Law, with regular audits and robust security measures in place. A regulatory structure in Guernsey designed to safeguard client money and investments—even in the unlikely event of insolvency.
🔐 Key Safeguards in Place
1. Trust-Based Structure
When you open an account with us, a trust is automatically created:
You retain beneficial ownership of your investments.
We hold legal title as trustee, managing your assets on your behalf and strictly following your instructions.
2. Protected Cell Company (PCC) Model
Dominion Capital Strategies PCC Limited (DCS PCC) is structured as a Protected Cell Company, meaning:
Each fund (or “cell”) is legally separate from others.
The assets and liabilities of one cell cannot affect other cells or the core company.
This structure isolates risk and protects your investments from issues in unrelated cells.
3. Independent Custody of Assets
All investments are held by an independent third-party custodian, regulated in Guernsey and operating under strict rules:
Client assets are held in segregated accounts, completely separate from the custodian’s own funds.
The custodian must keep each cell’s assets distinct and traceable at all times.
Our custodians are:
Bank of New York Mellon (Global Custodian)
Peresec (Guernsey Custodian)
4. Regulatory Oversight
Both DCSL and the appointed custodian are regulated under Guernsey’s Protection of Investors Law, which ensures:
Client money is held separately and securely.
Immediate reporting to the regulator (GFSC) in the event of financial difficulty.
Active steps are taken to protect clients, including appointing new trustees or custodians if necessary.
🛠 What Happens if There’s Insolvency?
If DCSL becomes insolvent: Client assets are held in trust and remain outside of DCSL’s estate. A court-appointed liquidator would oversee the transfer of responsibilities, with close oversight from the regulator.
If the custodian or DCS PCC becomes insolvent: Assets remain protected and can be transferred to a new approved custodian. Clients’ portfolios remain invested and secure.
Claim Process: Investors submit a proof of claim to the appointed liquidator or administrator. In most straightforward cases, recovery is expected within 12 months.
❓Frequently Asked Questions
Who owns the assets?
You do. Dominion holds them in trust, and the custodian safeguards them. Neither can use your assets for their own benefit.What happens to my portfolio during the process?
Investments remain in place. In many cases, you can still switch funds or redeem, subject to the insolvency procedure and regulator's approval.Can I contact the global custodian directly?
No. Your agreement is with us. Any issues must be raised with us directly, and we’ll coordinate with the relevant parties.