SMF Regulatory Briefing Programme 2025
Overview
The UK regulators take the competence of Senior Managers very seriously. Upon submitting an application for an SMF, the FCA expects to see a skills gap analysis, learning and development plan, and a competency assessment.
However, this focus on training and competence should not end upon approval for the SMF role. It is crucially important that SMFs be able to demonstrate ongoing competence, particularly with respect to latest regulatory developments.
Our SMF Programme has been developed with this in mind. The programme consists of a series of monthly, one-hour seminars on regulatory hot topics, enabling SMFs to:
- Keep up to date with the latest regulatory trends and initiatives
- Demonstrate their commitment to regulatory proficiency
- Access the training at a convenient time, through our on-demand learning platform
- Document CPD activity as required
This course is designed and delivered by experienced, current and former practitioners, making it ideal for SMFs in the financial services industry who need to keep up to date with the latest in compliance and financial crime prevention.
Who is this for?
This course is for those in Senior Management Functions (SMFs) within the financial industry.
Upcoming Live Sessions
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Compliance and Risk outlook for 2025 [to include AI]
28 Jan 2025 (10:00 - 11:00) -
SMFs’ Responsibility for Operational Resilience
13 Feb 2025 (10:00 - 11:00) -
Financial Crime Update for SMFs
20 Mar 2025 (10:00 - 11:00) -
SMFs and Vulnerable Customers
17 Apr 2025 (10:00 - 11:00) -
Suitability for SMFs
08 May 2025 (10:00 - 11:00) -
Consumer Duty Update for SMFs
12 Jun 2025 (10:00 - 11:00) -
ESG Update for SMFs
17 Jul 2025 (10:00 - 11:00) -
SMFs’ Responsibilities for Whistleblowing
14 Aug 2025 (10:00 - 11:00) -
Non-Financial Misconduct and D&I update
11 Sep 2025 (10:00 - 11:00) -
Challenges for SMFs in recent enforcement cases
16 Oct 2025 (10:00 - 11:00) -
SMFs and Corporate Governance
13 Nov 2025 (10:00 - 11:00) -
Key KYC Challenges for SMFs
11 Dec 2025 (10:00 - 11:00)
Delivery
The programme consists of 12 x 1-hour virtual training courses that are delivered live, monthly via Zoom, however, participants have the flexibility to join the live sessions or watch the recordings at a later date through our dedicated CPD learning portal.