MiFID II refresher

This 2 hour live training module is designed to support the regular update of general knowledge and competence around MiFID II requirements.

Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to have a view on:

• the main topics to keep an eye on based on the latest regulatory development and/or market trends;
• ongoing monitoring to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.

Refresher on MiFID obligations based on the client journey and with a highlight on market practices:

• Prospecting: key information
• Onboarding: key information and client documentation
• Servicing: client classification, suitability and appropriateness, product governance, inducements
• Reporting: ex-ante and ex-post reporting obligations
• Other MiFID requirements
• Upcoming regulation: Retail Investment Strategy (RIS)
• CSSF focus areas

This course has been designed with the support and collaboration of Cécile Liégeois, Partner and is coordinated by Isabelle Willequet, Senior Manager at PwC Luxembourg.

Cécile has 23 years of professional experience in Luxembourg and has developed deep knowledge of Luxembourg banking and investment firms regulations, amongst other topics, internal governance, outsourcing arrangements (BPO/ICT/Cloud) and operational/ICT risk management. She is leading projects on new regulations implementation focusing on business, regulatory and operational impacts. Cécile has experience in the external audit (financial and regulatory audit) of entities of the financial sector, mainly in the banking industry, other areas of the financial sector (investment firms, support and specialised PFS), management companies and investment funds.

With 29 years of professional experience in the Luxembourg banking sector, Isabelle has cultivated a profound understanding of banking processes, associated risks, and the implementation of effective controls. She has successfully led numerous operational and regulatory-driven projects across several major banking institutions, showcasing her expertise and leadership in the field.