The AFB Senior Managers Development Programme (SMDP) will help those in Senior Manager Function roles and those preparing to step-up into SMF roles keep abreast of topical areas of regulatory change. The six-session programme will focus on current key issues facing foreign banks operating in the UK. It provides practical advice on what members need to do to ensure compliance and minimise the exposure within their firms.

Each session will include presented material, discussion and Q&A and will provide an overview of:

• The legal and/or regulatory issues
• Recent and future developments
• Regulatory expectations and requirements for authorised firms and their Senior Managers
• Practical tips to help member banks ensure compliance and minimise risks.
• Relevant case studies which further explain the regulators expectations

The course sessions provide an overview of specific legal and regulatory issues and will considers recent and future developments. It will outline the latest regulatory expectations and requirements for authorised firms and their Senior Managers.  Programme sessions have been lengthened this year to allow for more in-depth discussion.

The course will commence with a new short pre-course questionnaire to clarify attendee’s expectations and key learning aspirations.  It will conclude with an optional new 30-minute one to one call with a partner from BCLP.  Each session will include presentations, facilitated group discussions and Q&A.

The 2025 AFB SMDP is now open for bookings. You can use the link below to register or learn more about this year’s programme.  

If you have any questions, please email secretariat@foreignbanks.org.uk.