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Operational resilience for Financial Services - Podcast

Spotlight on the Senior Managers and Certification Regime (UK)

December 19, 2024

United KingdomIrelandGlobal

We're delighted to share the first episode in this short legal insights podcast series where we explore some of the legal risks that operational disruptions pose to financial services in this evolving, technology-driven, global enterprise landscape.

In this episode, our speakers discuss the operational risks associated with the UK’s Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR).

Listen to hear insights on:

The implications of the SMCR for operational resilience and key upcoming deadlines
Common challenges faced by financial institutions
Reasonable steps to recover from disruptions
Employment law perspectives, including Fitness & Propriety and its impact on individuals

Listen on: Apple, Spotify and TwentyThree

The materials on the Eversheds Sutherland website are for general information purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. While reasonable care is taken to ensure accuracy, the materials may not reflect the most current legal developments. Eversheds Sutherland disclaims liability for actions taken based on the materials. Always consult a qualified lawyer for specific legal matters. To view the full disclaimer, see our Terms and Conditions or Disclaimer section in the footer. Eversheds Sutherland is a provider of legal and other services operating through various separate and distinct legal entities. For further information about these entities and Eversheds Sutherlands' structure please see the Legal Notice page of this website.

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