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UK Firms Prioritize Corporate Compliance Training Amid Regulatory Scrutiny

As financial institutions in the United Kingdom face increased regulatory scrutiny, effective corporate compliance training has become a top priority. In response to the rising demands of industry watchdogs and government agencies, firms are turning to eLearning courses to ensure their staff are equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate complex regulatory landscapes.

A range of popular eLearning courses is now available to UK firms, covering critical topics such as:

  • Anti-bribery and corruption
  • Anti-money laundering
  • Conduct rules
  • Consumer duty
  • Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) sustainable finance
  • Greenwashing
  • Fraud prevention
  • Sanctions

Upcoming Courses

The following public courses are scheduled for the coming months:

  • September 3: “The MLRO Refresher”
  • September 4-5: “Key Features of an Effective Compliance Function”
  • September 17-18: “Financial Crime: Identifying, Assessing and Mitigating Risk”
  • September 24-25: “The Role of the MLRO”
  • September 26-27: “The Role of the Compliance Officer”
  • October 2-3: “Client Onboarding & Risk-Based CDD Workshop”
  • October 7-8: “Interpersonal Skills for Compliance Officers”
  • October 9: “The Compliance Officer Refresher”
  • November 6-7: “Developing a Risk-Based Compliance Monitoring Programme”
  • November 20: “Bribery & Corruption - Identifying and Mitigating the Risks”
  • December 9-10: “Fraud and Cyber Fraud: A Risk-Based Approach to Mitigating the Threats”

360-Degree Approach to Compliance Learning

To ensure that all staff across their organization have access to compliance learning resources, firms can adopt a 360-degree approach. This comprehensive solution includes training for:

  • Front- and back-office staff
  • Compliance and financial crime compliance teams
  • Senior management
  • The board

Knowledge Hub

For the latest news, updates, and articles on corporate compliance in the UK, visit our Knowledge Hub. Recent articles include:

  • “A Guide to Dealing with PEPs Following the FCA’s Findings of its Multi-Firm Review”
  • “FCA Review of Outcomes Monitoring”

Stay informed and stay ahead of the curve with our expert insights.