The New to the Role of Designated Safeguarding Lead Course is an expert-led course for those new to the role of school / college DSLs and or Deputy DSL.
The Designated Safeguarding Lead Advanced Course is an expert-led update and refresher course for school and college DSLs and their Deputies. It is an extensive, authoritative and highly rated, full-day training course that ensures DSL/DDSLs have the most comprehensive, effective and up-to-date knowledge and strategies in place to lead the safeguarding provision in their setting.
The COLP role goes beyond just ensuring your firm follows the rules in the SRA Standards and Regulations, it also comes with a personal accountability factor that demands your attention. Fear not! This 3 hour course will usher you through the intricacies of being a COLP, ensuring you not only meet but excel in your regulatory obligations. The course will cover: Navigating the Regulatory Landscape: Understanding the Framework for COLPs Dive into the intricate regulatory framework that Compliance Officers for Legal Practice (COLPs) operate under. Shouldering the Responsibility: Unpacking the Duties of a COLP Explore the multifaceted responsibilities that come with the role of a COLP. Choosing the Right Leader: Identifying the Ideal COLP Candidate Learn the criteria for selecting the most suitable individual to take on the crucial role of COLP. Cracking the Codes: Key Elements of Codes and SRA Principles Delve into the essential components of the Codes and SRA Principles that form the backbone of legal compliance. Building a Robust Foundation: Understanding Compliance Systems for All Firms Explore the concept of compliance systems, what they entail, and why every firm should have one in place. Reporting Matters: Recognising 'Serious' Issues, SRA Enforcement Strategy, and Reporting Protocols Uncover the definition of 'serious' matters, grasp the SRA Enforcement Strategy, and gain practical insights on making effective reports to the SRA. Paper Trails Matter: Effective Record Keeping, Including Non-material Breaches Master the art of comprehensive record-keeping, including strategies for recording non-material breaches, and understand why it's integral to compliance. Personal Liability: Understanding and Mitigating Risks Navigate the landscape of personal liability for COLPs and develop strategies to mitigate associated risks. Staying Ahead: Keeping Abreast of Regulatory Changes and Guidance Develop effective strategies for staying up to date with dynamic regulatory changes and evolving guidance. Planning for Compliance: Crafting a Robust Strategy, Assessing Risk, and File Reviewing Formulate a comprehensive plan for tackling compliance, including risk assessment, maintaining risk registers, and implementing effective file reviewing. Across the Board: Legal and Regulatory Compliance Areas Every COLP Must Master Gain a high-level overview of crucial legal and regulatory compliance areas, including AML, transparency rules, and other pivotal aspects that demand the attention of all COLPs. Target Audience This online course is suitable for those new to the COLP role, or those supporting the COLP and for those that would like a refresher of the role and their responsibilities. Resources Comprehensive and up to date course notes will be provided to all delegates which may be useful for ongoing reference or cascade training. Please note a recording of the course will not be made available. Speaker Helen Torresi, Consultant, DG Legal Helen is a qualified solicitor with a diverse professional background spanning leadership roles in both the legal and tech/corporate sectors. Throughout her career, she has held key positions such as COLP, HOLP, MLCO, MLRO and DPO for law firms and various regulated businesses and services. Helen’s specialised areas encompass AML, complaint and firm negligence handling, DPA compliance, file review and auditing, law management, and operational effectiveness in law firms, particularly in conveyancing (CQS).
Start your Compassionate Safety journey with this WebWorkshop. In this WebWorkshop, you will learn: How to get everyone home safe every day. How to shift from ‘doing’ safety to ‘being’ safe. How to accommodate humans for being human. How the definition of safety must move beyond the physical to include psychological, emotional and spiritual.
Course Information Join our comprehensive three-day programme designed as an invaluable external training opportunity for auditors, audit programme managers, and individuals subject to audits. This course is tailored to foster a deep understanding and cultivate essential skills for auditing the validation of computer systems intended for GxP environments (GLP, GCP, GMP, GDP, GPvP). Commencing with an overview of regulatory prerequisites and the system life cycle, the course swiftly transitions to focus on the pragmatic aspects of auditing computer system validation. Experience a blend of presentations, interactive discussions, and immersive practical workshops throughout the duration of the course. Delegates will benefit from practical examples of how to understand the framework of applicable regulations and guidance. Apply risk management techniques to audit planning Plan and conduct computerised system audits Assess system validation documentation to verify compliance Evaluate data integrity and security issues Prepare for regulatory inspection. The course is structured to encourage delegates to: Discuss and develop ideas Solve specific problems Understand the vulnerabilities of computerised systems Learn how to create a compliance checklist Link system development with good business practice. Is this course for you? Auditors Audit programme managers Individuals subject to audits. Tutors Tutors will be comprised of (click the photos for biographies): Nichola Stevens Director and Principal Consultant, Nuncius Compliance Solutions Ltd Barry McManus Consultancy Partner, Empowerment Quality Engineering Ltd Programme Please note timings may be subject to alteration. Day 1 09:00 Welcome and Introductions 09:45 Why We Validate and Regulatory Trends 10:30 Break 10:45 Audit Overview, High Level Process and Scheduling 11:30 System Lifecycle 12:30 Lunch 13:15 Exercise 1 - Audit Scheduling 14:45 Exercise 1 - Feedback 15:15 Break 15:30 Validation Deliverables 16:30 Risk Assessments 17:30 Close of Day 1 Day 2 09:00 Supplier Assessment 10:30 Break 10:45 Exercise 2 - Planning a Supplier Audit 12:00 Exercise 2 - Feedback 12:30 Lunch 13:15 Exercise 3 - Auditing a Computerised System Validation Package 15:30 Break 15:45 Exercise 3 - Feedback 16:30 Change Control 17:15 Close of Day Day 3 09:00 Infrastructure Qualification 09:45 Maintaining a Validated State - Operational Processes 11:00 Break 11:15 Exercise 4 - Auditing Systems in Operational Use 12:45 Lunch 13:30 Exercise 4 - Feedback 14:15 Exercise 5 - Auditing Trail Review 15:30 Break 15:45 Exercise 5 - Feedback 16:15 Course Objectives Summary and Any Additional Questions 16:45 Close of Course Extra Information Face-to-face course Course Material Course material will be available in PDF format for delegates attending this course. The advantages of this include: Ability for delegates to keep material on a mobile device Ability to review material at any time pre and post course Environmental benefits – less paper being used per course. The material will be emailed in advance of the course and RQA will not be providing any printed copies of the course notes during the training itself. Delegates wishing to have a hard copy of the notes should print these in advance to bring with them. Alternatively delegates are welcome to bring along their own portable devices to view the material during the training sessions. Remote course Course Material This course will be run completely online. You will receive an email with a link to our online system, which will house your licensed course materials and access to the remote event. Please note this course will run in UK timezone. The advantages of this include: Ability for delegates to keep material on a mobile device Ability to review material at any time pre and post course Environmental benefits – less paper being used per course Access to an online course group to enhance networking. You will need a stable internet connection, a microphone and a webcam. CPD Points 19 Points Development Level Develop
In January 2024 alone, reports were published about the SRA taking enforcement action against 3 firms and 4 individuals for failure to comply with the Money Laundering Regulations 2017. The fines issued for these non-compliances total over £570,000 plus costs. The absence of staff training, or requirement to complete additional training, was noted in a number of these cases. As a manager of a law firm, or more crucially an MLRO or MLCO, the ultimate responsibility for the firm's compliance, including with the MLR 2017, lies with you. It is your responsibility to ensure that the firm puts in place, reviews and updates compliant policies, controls and procedures. You must ensure that the firm maintains an up to date practice wide risk assessment. You are required to ensure that your employees are regularly given training on the MLR 2017 and associated risks. If a breach occurs, the SRA will take a wider look at the firm and identify any supervisory deficiencies that may have contributed to failures by fee earners or support staff. It has proven that it will not shy away from holding to account managers, compliance officers and MLRO/MLCOs for failures by their firms to comply with requirements of the MLR 2017. This course will cover the following to assist firms MLROs, MLCOs and Management with fulfilling their AML management responsibilities: How to comply with your obligations and stay compliant FWRA – linked with PCPs Mandatory AML Policies and Procedures - SRA have concerns Training and supervising staff Audits SRA requirements Reporting SARS POCA/TA Fulfilling reporting officer and compliance officer duties Target Audience The online course is suitable for MLROs, MLCOs, firm management and those supporting these roles. Resources Comprehensive and up to date course notes will be provided to all delegates which may be useful for ongoing reference or cascade training. Please note a recording of the course will not be made available. Speaker Helen Torresi, Consultant, DG Legal Helen is a qualified solicitor with a diverse professional background spanning leadership roles in both the legal and tech/corporate sectors. Throughout her career, she has held key positions such as COLP, HOLP, MLCO, MLRO and DPO for law firms and various regulated businesses and services. Helen’s specialised areas encompass AML, complaint and firm negligence handling, DPA compliance, file review and auditing, law management, and operational effectiveness in law firms, particularly in conveyancing (CQS).
Here’s your starting point to a rewarding and successful career in compliance! Learn the ins and outs of compliance for the financial services industry with LGCA and become a certified professional member of the fastest growing GRC association out there.
Overview This Compliance and Risk Management Course is designed for anyone looking for a pathway into this profession and wanting to develop their industry knowledge and skills. It covers the role of the Compliance Officer and compliance department in detail, with step-by-step training in compliance auditing and risk management. This Compliance and Risk Management Training Course will equip you with the fundamental skills needed to identify and manage regulatory risk in your organization, taking you through key topics such as how to implement an efficient Compliance Management System, ethics and compliance, risk types and classifications, and how to design a solid risk management strategy. By the end of this Compliance and Risk Management Training Course, you'll have an excellent understanding of core compliance issues, as well as how to promote a positive compliance culture for your organization, which will give you a head start when it comes to standing out in the relevant job market.