What is banking compliance and why is it important?

Banking compliance refers to the process and controls that banks put in place to ensure they adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards. It is crucial to manage legal risk, build trust with regulators, and maintain operational integrity.

Which regulations are applicable to banks in the UK?

In the UK, banks must comply with regulations such as the Financial Services and Markets Act, Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) rules, Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) regulations, anti‐money laundering (AML) laws, and data protection requirements.

Do you assist with obtaining banking licences and regulatory authorisations?

Yes. ABM Global Compliance provides support throughout the process of obtaining banking licences and regulatory authorisations, including preparing documentation, liaising with regulators, and ensuring ongoing compliance.

What is involved in a banking compliance audit?

A banking compliance audit involves reviewing policies, systems, and practices to identify gaps in regulatory compliance; assessing risk exposure; and recommending corrective actions to ensure full compliance with applicable regulatory standards.

How can strategic compliance solutions help my bank?

Strategic compliance solutions help banks align their compliance frameworks with business goals, implement robust systems for risk mitigation, and stay ahead of regulatory changes to avoid fines and reputational damage.

How do you monitor changes in banking regulation?

ABM Global Compliance tracks regulatory updates from bodies such as the FCA, PRA, and other relevant international regulators and reviews internal policies accordingly; we also provide advisory services to adapt to new requirements quickly.

Is there ongoing support after compliance frameworks are set up?

Yes. We offer ongoing monitoring, periodic reviews, staff training, compliance reporting, and adjustments to your framework as regulations evolve.

How do I start working with ABM Global Compliance for banking services?

You can contact us via phone at +44 207 515 7080 or email info@abmglobalcompliance.com/be. We begin with a discovery call to understand your needs, then propose a tailored compliance plan.

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Compliance Frameworks for Belgian Banks

ABM Global Compliance designs and implements comprehensive compliance frameworks aligned with the National Bank of Belgium (NBB), European Central Bank (ECB), and applicable EU regulations. Our services cover governance, risk management, AML/CFT controls, credit risk, and third-party compliance, utilising automated tools for real-time risk monitoring.

AML/CFT Program Development & Reviews

We assist banks in developing and strengthening AML/CFT programs according to Belgian law, NBB guidelines, and FATF standards. This includes customer due diligence (CDD), enhanced due diligence (EDD), sanctions and politically exposed person (PEP) screening, transaction monitoring, and suspicious transaction reporting. Our independent reviews and gap analyses prepare banks for regulatory inspections.

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Regulatory Licensing & Advisory

ABM advises on obtaining and maintaining banking licences under NBB supervision, supporting licence applications, amendments, and compliance reporting. We also assist foreign branches with local licensing and cross-border regulatory requirements.

Outsourced Compliance Functions

We offer outsourced roles such as Chief Compliance Officer (CCO), Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO), and Data Protection Officer (DPO) to manage daily compliance, reporting, governance, and advisory needs cost-effectively.

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Training & Capacity Building

Tailored training programs for compliance teams and management on Belgian and EU regulations covering AML/CFT, risk management, outsourcing, GDPR, and internal controls—delivered via workshops, e-learning, and executive briefings.

Internal Audit & Readiness Reviews

We conduct internal audits and mock inspections to assess compliance with Belgian banking laws, NBB requirements, and EU directives, providing detailed reports and actionable recommendations to enhance regulatory preparedness.

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Cross-Border & EU Compliance

Advisory for Belgian banks with international operations on multi-jurisdictional compliance including FATCA, CRS, and EU AML/CFT rules, supporting policy harmonisation and regulatory coordination.

Ongoing Compliance Support

Continuous advisory services featuring quarterly health checks, regulatory updates, and compliance reporting to help institutions stay ahead of regulatory changes and maintain readiness.