SMCR & Leadership for Senior Managers within FCA Authorised Firms - A Bite-Sized Guide

Introduction

Leadership in financial services firms is multifaceted, requiring a range of skills and understanding of the regulatory requirements of the Financial Conduct Authority (‘FCA’).

The standards set out in the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (‘SMCR’) are vital when understanding the leadership role within financial services, as well as expectations set out in FIT and the Conduct Rules serve to highlight the importance of these skills.

Good leadership skills will help to promote good culture and better outcomes for your customers; something that the FCA encourages.

This short webinar is suitable for individuals classed as senior managers within FCA authorised firms under SMCR.

What You Will Learn

The short webinar will cover the following:

• The functions of an effective leader
• Is ‘leading’ the same as ‘managing’?
• Leadership styles - knowledge and application
• Key attributes, skills and behaviours of successful leaders
• Training and competence requirements for leaders
• The leadership role under SMCR and beyond
• Leadership practice and self-assessment

This webinar was recorded on 11th November 2024

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