Member Type

Select your member type based on your role within the community. For your safety and reassurance, we verify all our members with an Experian check, and Entrepreneurs are also verified with Companies House and HRMC. Checklist Here is a list of things you'll need to create an account. All Members (Except Associates) Some form of ID, such as a Passport, Driving Licence or NI number. This information is not retained. Entrepreneurs You will also need your company reference number, plus a copy of your Advance Assurance email from HRMC, which will verify that you are eligible for SEIS/EIS investment. For more information on how to obtain this click here.

Title (optional)

First Name

Middle Names (optional)

Last Name

User Name

Just add a simple nickname (example 'joe200'). This is used for when you want to tag another member in a group chat.

Mobile number

Only you will be able to see this.

Date of Birth (optional)

Day Month Year

House Number (optional)

Add your house or flat number or house name here. Only you can see your address.

Address 1 (optional)

Add your street name here.

Address 2 (optional)

If you don't have a line 2 in your address, just add town or city here also.

Locality (optional)

The same as your Home Town / City

Town / City (optional)

Postal Code (optional)

County (optional)

Country

Resident from (optional)

Day Month Year

Document Type (optional)

This can be your passport or driving licence.

Doc Number (optional)

Expiry Date (optional)

Day Month Year

Response Experian (optional)

Step 2: Complete your business details

Corporate Name

If you have a company or you are an associate of a company, then add the company name here

Company Address 1

Only you will be able to see this.

Company Address 2

Only you will be able to see this.

Company Locality

Company Postal Code

Only you will be able to see this.

SEIS/EIS Advanced Assurance Reference Number

This is the reference number you receive from HMRC via email.

Company Number

Company Number Validation

I agree to the and .

Terms of Service

These terms and conditions apply to the Services provided by Oriel to Members. By clicking “Sign Up” or registering, accessing or using our services, you agree to these legally binding terms. If you disagree, do not access or use the services.

Interpretation

Definitions and interpretation rules apply. Key terms include:

Account: the Member’s account on the Platform.
Member: the Entrepreneur, Investor, Partner or Practice who enters this agreement with Oriel.
Oriel: Oriel Services Limited (company number 11812514).
Platform: www.orielipo.com

Membership

Members are granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable right to use the Services during the Term.
Oriel only facilitates connections between Members; it does not endorse or control member services.

Content

Members must not upload illegal or harmful content or introduce Viruses.
Oriel may disable access for violations.

Services

Oriel aims for 24/7 Platform access, barring scheduled or emergency maintenance. Changes to Terms will be communicated via the Platform.

Data Protection

Both parties act as joint Data Controllers. Obligations include:

Compliance with Data Protection Legislation
Proper notification and handling of personal data
Data transfers outside the UK must follow legal safeguards

Third Party Providers

Use of third-party sites is at the Member’s risk. Oriel disclaims responsibility for third-party content or services.

Oriel’s Obligations

Provide Services with reasonable care and skill
No warranties on uninterrupted service or specific outcomes
Back-up and restoration obligations are limited

Member’s Obligations

Provide necessary cooperation and accurate data
Maintain network connections
Responsible for Member Data legality and quality

Charges and Payment

Fees are due on the Effective Date and at each renewal. Payments processed via GoCardless. Oriel may suspend access for non-payment and apply interest on overdue amounts.

Proprietary Rights

Oriel retains ownership of all intellectual property in the Platform and Services.

Confidentiality

Each party agrees not to disclose the other’s confidential information, except as legally required or with permission.

Indemnity

Each party indemnifies the other for third-party claims arising from their use of the Services, subject to notification and cooperation clauses.

Limitation of Liability

Excludes liability for investment decisions or indirect losses
Total liability limited to £100,000 per claim
Excludes liability for Oriel’s IP infringement by Member

Term and Termination

Membership renews annually unless terminated in writing. Either party may terminate for cause including non-payment or reputational harm.

Force Majeure

Neither party is liable for delays due to uncontrollable events. Agreement may be terminated if such events persist over 4 weeks.

General Terms

Waiver: Must be in writing
Severance: Invalid terms do not affect the rest
Entire Agreement: Supersedes previous agreements
Assignment: Oriel may assign; Member may not without consent
No Partnership: Independent contractors only
Third-party Rights: None under Contracts Act 1999

Notices

Notices may be sent via post or email:
Oriel: info@orielipo.com
Member: Email on file with the account

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This agreement is governed by English law. Disputes will be resolved in the courts of England and Wales.

YOUR NEXT INVESTMENT ADVENTURE AWAITS

Terms of Service

Interpretation

Membership

Content

Services

Data Protection

Third Party Providers

Oriel’s Obligations

Member’s Obligations

Charges and Payment

Proprietary Rights

Confidentiality

Indemnity

Limitation of Liability

Term and Termination

Force Majeure

General Terms

Notices

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

Privacy Policy

Who we are

Comments

Media

Cookies

Embedded content from other websites

Who we share your data with

How long we retain your data

What rights you have over your data

Where your data is sent