The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (The CISI)
Financial ServicesEngland, United Kingdom501-1000 Employees
The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) is a London-based professional body serving securities, investment, wealth and financial planning professionals. It traces its origins to London Stock Exchange practitioners and was founded in 1992, with a mandate to promote lifelong learning and integrity to raise professional standards and public trust in financial services. The organization has grown to include more than 57,000 members across over 120 countries and conducts tens of thousands of examinations annually. Within the financial services industry, CISI functions as a global professional body that provides vocational qualifications and standards, supporting practitioners and leadership through education and assessment. A notable 2026 development is a partnership with the Gibraltar Association of Compliance Officers to deliver a webinar for compliance professionals, senior managers and boards. This emphasis on ongoing professional development and governance reflects the institute's role in upholding public confidence in the sector.