Events & training schedule

UK Finance welcomes our Associate Members to a briefing from our Capital Markets and Wholesale Policy team to hear updates from policy leads and a Q&A. The team works with members, associates, and industry stakeholders to support the activities of wholesale banks active in the UK; addressing regulatory change to ensure competitive, efficient, and resilient UK capital markets. As well as considering strategic initiatives and innovations influencing and shaping members’ longer-term priorities.

Transforming Compliance into Competitive Advantage Ahead of the 2027 Reforms. A practical, forward-looking approach to Basel 3.1 from reform impact to execution, equipping your team to meet 2027 requirements and unlock reporting efficiencies.

Step inside the fraud economy set to define 2026 with never-before-seen intelligence from Synectics and an exclusive perspective from Santander’s counter-fraud leader.

UK Finance returns to the Guildhall for our annual flagship dinner.

UK Finance is running a series of online workshops which will provide practical support for staff members working closely with clients in analytical roles, increasing their ability to understand both financial and non-financial commercial customer risk issues.

This pioneering workshop focuses on the softer side, rarely covered in educational courses yet essential for effective risk management. It focuses on the role of the 2nd line Operational risk professional and how it is embodied by Drifters, Diminishers and Multipliers.

This workshop will provide a supportive environment for individuals tasked with overseeing complaints strategically or managerially, offering a platform for open dialogue, learning and thoughtful reflection on meeting regulatory standards and the practical impacts and challenges we all face in meeting those expectations.

This interactive and practical workshop conducted by two leading industry experts explores how GenAI can revolutionize operational risk management, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.

The UK Finance Half-Year Fraud Report 2025 reveals a concerning trend: while the industry is pushing back, criminals are pushing harder and gaining ground. This webinar explores why visibility remains the biggest challenge for payment service providers (PSPs) and why true prevention depends on seeing risk across three layers: Your own domain, the receiving PSPs, and the wider network. Join us to discuss how collaboration can turn the tide.

This workshop provides a deep dive into operational risk appetite and key risk indicators, two topics that continue to pose challenges for firms. It introduces the appetite and divergent opinions surrounding it, examining whether operational risk is consciously taken for reward or is merely mitigated downwards.

UK Finance is running a series of online workshops which will provide practical support for staff members working closely with clients in analytical roles, increasing their ability to understand both financial and non-financial commercial customer risk issues.

This advanced workshop focuses the Operational risk implementation journey, from its early stages to being fully implemented, introducing a ‘maturity ladder’ for measuring progress and outlining the key characteristics of each phase.

Join this webinar to learn and explore the emerging threats lurking within extended supply chains.

This 2-hour masterclass focuses on Emerging Risks for 2025 and beyond, examining the most critical risk topics that firms should have on their radar.

This 3-hour session provides a practical introduction to responsible lending in consumer credit, helping participants understand the regulatory framework, learn from Ombudsman decisions, and develop best practice approaches for handling credit complaints effectively while managing risk.

Join us for the Economic Crime Congress on 4 December 2025.

This masterclass offers a step-by-step guide to effective Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RSCAs) by providing an overview of RCSA processes and supplying effective solutions.

In this workshop, we'll explore end-to-end strategies for building and operating stress testing frameworks that meet the expectations of both the Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) and the Bank of England. Each module combines expert insight with practical exercises to ensure your program is rigorous, transparent, and forward-looking.

UK Finance’s flagship Mortgage Dinner will be returning on 10 December 2025 at the remarkable Hilton London Bankside. Single tickets and table bookings are now open for registration.

Join us for our Associate Member briefing on Payments & Innovation where you’ll hear about the latest policy priorities and developments, receive industry insights and be provided with updates on key projects UK Finance is undertaking.

Join this webinar to learn the steps UK firms can begin to consider, from regulatory expectations and risk assessment to longer-term resilience planning to deal with the potential impact of quantum computing on cryptography.

This session will equip your staff to identify and support vulnerable customers, promoting inclusive service and protecting your organisation’s reputation.

This workshop aims to provide participants with insights into Compliance Monitoring and the current key issues in this field. This training will explore the real-world implications of regulatory frameworks and offer guidance on effective Compliance Monitoring management within your organisation.

In this workshop we will delve into the significance of establishing proper procedures to manage third-party risks. With the right documentation, from Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to termination contracts, you can protect your business and showcase regulatory compliance – all while keeping the Consumer Duty in mind.

Although many financial services businesses are using AI widely, the truth is that too many leaders are unsure how to harness its power. By attending this workshop delegates will become more familiar with AI concepts, be able to discuss how to apply good AI governance and confidence to explore the risks and opportunities of what responsible AI governance looks like.

Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs) are used by many organisations, yet the tool attracts its fair share of criticism. This workshop takes a practical approach by reviewing the RCSA methodology with focus on control evaluation and testing, and highlighting areas less considered, including marketing the tool, applying masterful facilitation skills and creating fit-for-purpose summary reports.

This event is designed to bring together senior leaders from the international banking community and policymakers to discuss critical issues impacting the international cohort's future in the UK and what are the challenges for running a UK operation or international banking hub from London. The goal is to reinforce London's position as a premier global financial centre by fostering a constructive dialogue on regulatory challenges, market opportunities, and the UK's competitive advantages.

The UK Invoice Finance and ABL Summit (UKIF26), hosted by BCR in partnership with UK Finance, will explore how invoice finance and asset-based lending can deliver more value, scale, and resilience for the sector.

UK Finance’s Cymru Mortgage Lunch will be returning on 4 March 2026 - Single tickets and table bookings are now open for registration.

This workshop explores quantitative framework tools Risk Events (or Losses) and Scenario analysis. It focuses on their practical application and advocates for moving away from solely risk measurement and capital calculation to active risk management. The workshop addresses the evolution of the tool in the rise of technology incidents, regulatory non-compliance and data breaches.

This practical two-day workshop equips mortgage professionals to identify early signs of financial stress, carry out effective affordability assessments, and apply forbearance fairly. Learn how to deliver sustainable outcomes that meet both regulatory expectations and customer needs — with real case practice to build confidence.

Gain a clear understanding of the Senior Managers and Certification Regime framework, including Senior Management Functions, the Certification Regime, and Conduct Rules. Learn what effective embedding looks like and what the FCA expects from firms in ongoing oversight and implementation.

This workshop provides a deep dive into operational risk appetite and key risk indicators, two topics that continue to pose challenges for firms. It introduces the appetite and divergent opinions surrounding it, examining whether operational risk is consciously taken for reward or is merely mitigated downwards.

This pioneering workshop focuses on the softer side, rarely covered in educational courses yet essential for effective risk management. It focuses on the role of the 2nd line Operational risk professional and how it is embodied by Drifters, Diminishers and Multipliers.

In our Fifteenth cohort of the award-winning Vulnerability and Consumer Duty Academy, we will be bringing this to life across twelve sessions including an induction, a graduation and ten interactive, practical, and problem-solving online workshops.

The workshop stresses the significance of reporting as the window through which Risk department communicates with the outside world and sends important messages to stakeholders. It conducts a deep dive into risk report writing, enabling to develop solid knowledge on how to structure, step-by-step, a meaningful and actionable committee paper.

Understand the FCA’s Consumer Duty: what it is, why it matters, and how to apply its principles, rules, and outcomes in practice. Explore emerging best practices and assess how your firm can identify and manage risks more effectively to deliver positive customer outcomes.

Whilst more progress has been achieved in embedding ESG into financial risk frameworks, such as credit and market, understanding of Operational risk integration is still developing. This interactive workshop provides a succinct and practical overview of key ESG components and offers a step-by-step guide for integrating ESG risk management into the Operational Risk framework.

Navigating a regulator’s visit has become increasingly challenging, but with expert insight and strategic preparation you can significantly ease the process. After this workshop, delegates will return to work with a much clearer understanding of which systems and processes need their attention, allowing them to allocate valuable time and effort more effectively and efficiently.

This essential, interactive 1-day workshop has been structured to enable participants to examine latest developments, trends and techniques in the dynamic field of Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM), reflect on practical ways of building an effective framework to remain at the forefront of industry developments and regulatory expectations.

This inaugural Summit will unite senior leaders from across government, regulation, and financial services to launch a follow up report to UK Finance’s Plan for Growth.

This advanced workshop focuses the Operational risk implementation journey, from its early stages to being fully implemented, introducing a ‘maturity ladder’ for measuring progress and outlining the key characteristics of each phase.

UK Finance's popular Annual Mortgage Lunch will be held at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms on 21 May 2026. This annual event provides a unique opportunity for professionals in the mortgage industry to connect, exchange ideas, and build valuable relationships.

Join our workshop and you'll gain the capacity to understand what regulators expect from you. You'll become an expert in identifying the evidence required and gather numerous examples that will help you fulfil your prescribed and other obligations.

This one-day interactive workshop will raise awareness and understanding of recommended good-practice principles for bank ALCO governance and procedure.

Although many financial services businesses are using AI widely, the truth is that too many leaders are unsure how to harness its power. By attending this workshop delegates will become more familiar with AI concepts, be able to discuss how to apply good AI governance and confidence to explore the risks and opportunities of what responsible AI governance looks like.

The workshop provides delegates with an in-depth understanding of the intricacies of IRRBB management, focusing on the different metrics involved and examining best practice approaches to modelling interest rate risk.

The Digital Innovation Summit, hosted by UK Finance, will return on the 25 June 2026. This popular industry flagship event brings together senior leaders, policymakers, and innovators to discover how digital innovation will transform the future of financial services.<br> Join senior leaders, policymakers, and cutting-edge innovators at the Digital Innovation Summit 2026 as we explore the technology revolution reshaping payments, AI, digital identity, digital assets, digital money and more. This isn’t just another conference, it’s your front-row seat to what’s coming next in financial services and how to stay ahead. Gain exclusive access to the decision-makers driving change and take away insights that will directly impact your organisation’s strategy.

In this workshop we will delve into the significance of establishing proper procedures to manage third-party risks. With the right documentation, from Service Level Agreements (SLAs) to termination contracts, you can protect your business and showcase regulatory compliance – all while keeping the Consumer Duty in mind.

This practical two-day workshop equips mortgage professionals to identify early signs of financial stress, carry out effective affordability assessments, and apply forbearance fairly. Learn how to deliver sustainable outcomes that meet both regulatory expectations and customer needs — with real case practice to build confidence.

Gain a clear understanding of the Senior Managers and Certification Regime framework, including Senior Management Functions, the Certification Regime, and Conduct Rules. Learn what effective embedding looks like and what the FCA expects from firms in ongoing oversight and implementation.

This workshop aims to provide participants with insights into Compliance Monitoring and the current key issues in this field. This training will explore the real-world implications of regulatory frameworks and offer guidance on effective Compliance Monitoring management within your organisation.

This workshop that will help banks streamline their processes to achieve the highest level of efficiency and effectiveness. Together, we will explore the secrets of market best practices and develop strategies that will ensure you stay ahead in your field.

The workshop provides delegates with an in-depth understanding of the intricacies of IRRBB management, focusing on the different metrics involved and examining best practice approaches to modelling interest rate risk.

Understand the FCA’s Consumer Duty: what it is, why it matters, and how to apply its principles, rules, and outcomes in practice. Explore emerging best practices and assess how your firm can identify and manage risks more effectively to deliver positive customer outcomes.

Navigating a regulator’s visit has become increasingly challenging, but with expert insight and strategic preparation you can significantly ease the process. After this workshop, delegates will return to work with a much clearer understanding of which systems and processes need their attention, allowing them to allocate valuable time and effort more effectively and efficiently.

This one-day interactive workshop will raise awareness and understanding of recommended good-practice principles for bank ALCO governance and procedure.

Join our workshop and you'll gain the capacity to understand what regulators expect from you. You'll become an expert in identifying the evidence required and gather numerous examples that will help you fulfil your prescribed and other obligations.