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/my. We begin with a discovery call to understand your needs, then propose a tailored compliance plan.