A Risk Based Approach to Sanctions

- Χρηματοοικ. Ασφαλιστικά Τραπεζικά - Νομοθεσία, Νομική & Δικηγόροι

24 Σεπ 2026 09:30 24 Σεπ 2026 11:45 OnLine Virtual Classroom
Αγγλικά
2 ώρες ( 1 ημέρα )
A Risk Based Approach to Sanctions

ΠΕΡΙΓΡΑΦΗ

The programme aims to provide the knowledge and insights to effectively address the important area of sanctions. The programme will equip participants with the necessary knowledge to be able to use common practices to avoid breaking sanctions, as well as assist participants in understanding methods and common practices used for implementing sanction regimes.  

The programme will offer participants the opportunity to explore their obligations under relevant legislation and directives, including risk assessment, record keeping, reporting to authorities, due diligence measures, and staff responsibilities. 

ΣΚΟΠΟΣ ΣΕΜΙΝΑΡΙΟΥ

By the end of the programme, participants will:

  • Understand the methods and common practices used for implementing sanction regimes
  • Understand their obligations arising from the legislation and directives on the subject, as well as specific issues such as risk assessment, record keeping, reports to authorities, due diligence measures, staff obligations, etc.
  • Perform their duties and responsibilities under the Laws and Directives
  • Develop and implement sound policies, practices and procedures for the proper assessment of risks arising from sanctions
  • Be familiar with the common practices used to implement sanction regimes.

ΣΕ ΠΟΙΟΥΣ ΑΠΕΥΘΥΝΕΤΑΙ

  • Compliance Officers
  • COOs
  • CFOs
  • Directors
  • Senior Managers
  • Regulatory compliance officers
  • MLROs
  • AML Officers
  • AML professionals
  • Administrators

ΠΕΡΙΣΣΟΤΕΡΕΣ ΠΛΗΡΟΦΟΡΙΕΣ

Training Outline 

UN, EU & US Sanctions

  • The essentials of international sanctions
  • Embargos
  • How this practically affects the services offered

 Risk Based Approach to Sanctions (UN, EU & US)

  • Risk mitigation processes Sanctions Due Diligence
  • Implementation of Simplified to Enhanced Due Diligence relative to Sanctions
  • How this practically affects an organisation

 Discussion

 Q & A


Training Style 

The programme is designed to deliver high-level knowledge and insights into the methods and common practices used for implementing sanction regimes. It will strive to enhance participants’ skills and knowledge via power-point presentations and practical examples.  

Participants will be encouraged to raise questions, seek clarifications and share their opinions from their different perspectives and engage in an exchange of views and personal professional experiences.

 

CPD Recognition 

This programme may be approved for up to 2 CPD units in Financial Regulation and AML. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by your association, regulator or other bodies which you hold membership. 

This training course may be approved as an external activity under the new ACAMS recertification category ”non-ACAMS credits” for up to 2 CPD units. Eligibility criteria and CPD Units are verified directly by the Association of Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS). To read more about the non-ACAMS credits policies and eligibility criteria please click here.

Πληροφορίες Εκπαιδευτή
Σοφία Νεάρχου - Associate Lawyer at Chrysses Demetriades & Co LLC
Sophia is a lawyer in the Compliance department of our firm dealing with Anti Money Laundering & regulatory compliance matters and keeping the firm’s function in line with the law and regulatory requirements.   During the course of her employment she has gained extensive experience, particularly in cases relating to US sanctions and EU restrictive measures and has been involved in the resolution of arising matters. She has also been in charge of performing due diligence measures and has...
Αναλυτικό Κόστος Σεμιναρίου
  • € 110.00
  • € 0.00
  • € 20.90
  • € 110.00
  • € 130.90
ΠΡΟΓΡΑΜΜΑ ΣΕΜΙΝΑΡΙΟΥ

Πέμπτη - 24 Σεπ 2026

Ώρα

09:30 - 11:45

ΕΚΠΑΙΔΕΥΤΗΣ:

Σοφία Νεάρχου

Τοποθεσία:

OnLine Virtual Classroom

Εκδήλωση Ενδιαφέροντος : A Risk Based Approach to Sanctions

Σεμινάρια στην ίδια κατηγορία από τον ίδιο διοργανωτή
CySEC Certification Examination Preparation Course (Advanced, Basic)...

With a proven track record, the highly successful EIMF CySEC examination preparation course offers an in-depth coverage of all the required material, preparing ...

31/08/2026 15:30

32.00 ώρες (8 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

Live Online

New EU Directive on Pay Transparency (Directive (EU) 2023/970)...

This course offers a focused introduction to Directive (EU) 2023/970 on pay transparency, which strengthens the principle of equal pay for equal work and work o...

15/09/2026 09:00

4.00 ώρες (1 ημέρα)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

VAT Law: Practical Principles, Compliance & Application...

VAT is one of the most significant indirect taxes affecting businesses across all sectors. Proper VAT treatment influences pricing, profitability, compliance...

16/09/2026 09:00

5.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

Sanctions Screening – A Best Practice Guide...

The Sanctions landscape has changed significantly over the past month, with different AML/CTF obligations that each and every business must comply with.  Profes...

16/09/2026 10:00

6.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

Live Online

The Fund Industry: Definitions, Structures, Strategies and Regulations...

Mutual Funds are a very widely used financial tool. Investors, professionals and individuals make use of them in order to benefit from the professional investme...

23/09/2026 15:45

5.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

A Risk Based Approach to Sanctions...

The programme aims to provide the knowledge and insights to effectively address the important area of sanctions. The programme will equip participants with the ...

24/09/2026 09:30

2.00 ώρες (1 ημέρα)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

EIMF-Certificate in Company Law and Corporate Administration...

The Cyprus Companies Law, Cap. 113 initially mirrored the provisions of the English Companies Act of 1948 and has been amended to incorporate provisions of EU L...

29/09/2026 09:00

28.00 ώρες (4 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

Live Online

The EU Artificial Intelligence Act Framework and implications for the ...

AI is rapidly transforming the global financial services industry, with the potential to disrupt and refine the existing nature of the industry. This is affecti...

29/09/2026 10:00

2.50 ώρες (1 ημέρα)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

Navigating the EU AML Package: AMLA, Single Rulebook, and Risk-Based C...

This executive training provides a comprehensive and practical overview of the new EU Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Package, focusing on the establishment of the ...

06/10/2026 09:00

6.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

Live Online

Digital Assets Compliance Essentials...

Digital Assets Compliance Essentials is a practical, non-technical programme designed for professionals working within regulated entities and financial services...

06/10/2026 09:00

5.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

Fund Set Up in Cyprus: A Practical Guide...

This Seminar aims to provide participants the knowledge and understanding to be able to set up a fund in Cyprus from A to Z.  The Cyprus Fund Industry and th...

06/10/2026 16:45

10.00 ώρες (4 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

Live Online

Cyprus Fund Administration Certificate by EIMF and CISI...

Professionals working within the Investment Fund Sector require a set of specific specialised knowledge and technical skills. The Cyprus Fund Administration Pro...

07/10/2026 09:00

24.00 ώρες (7 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

Live Online

CySEC Certification Examination Preparation Course (Advanced, Basic)...

With a proven track record, the highly successful EIMF CySEC examination preparation course offers an in-depth coverage of all the required material, preparing ...

07/10/2026 15:30

32.00 ώρες (8 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

Live Online

AML and Fraud Risk Management for Electronic Money Institutions (EMIs)...

This course provides EMI professionals with a comprehensive understanding of their AML/CFT and fraud prevention obligations under EU and national frameworks. It...

08/10/2026 09:00

6.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

Live Online

The Main Principles of Cyprus Trusts...

Cyprus law has a long history on trusts with two separate trust laws, one being for local trusts and another one for internation trusts. Its first law was based...

08/10/2026 09:00

5.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

HRDA Vital Importance: Navigating the New Risk Landscape: An Innovativ...

The programme is approved by the Cyprus Human Resource Development Authority (HRDA) as a “Vital Importance” training programme. HRDA Vital Importance programme ...

13/10/2026 09:00

18.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

EIMF (Λευκωσία)

Unlocking Trusts: A Deep Dive into Key Concepts, Types, and Practical ...

The programme will traverse the entire spectrum of trust fundamentals and terminology as well as placing a special focus on dissecting the duties, responsibilit...

14/10/2026 09:00

7.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

Live Online

Leveraging Data Analytics in Financial Crime Investigations...

This course focuses on the concepts of generic Data Analytics and specifically Analytics for Forensics, types of Analytics and process/cycle. The course will...

15/10/2026 08:30

4.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

AML Compliance and Responsible Gaming Principles in the Betting and Ga...

Betting and gaming companies, such as casinos or sports companies , were historically known as being vehicles for money laundering of all kinds and funding of i...

15/10/2026 09:00

12.00 ώρες (3 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

Live Online

MICA Regulation and Crypto-Assets Policy...

The 5th AML Directive was only the first step towards regulating crypto-assets and crypto-activities in terms of anti-money laundering.  The Directive only cove...

20/10/2026 09:00

7.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

Live Online

EMIR-REFIT’s Reporting...

Many market participants mistakenly believe that EMIR is only a reporting obligation. EMIR mandates several actions firms need to undertake in order to manage r...

21/10/2026 10:00

5.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

Sanctions Evasion – A Practical Understanding...

With the recent increase of international financial sanctions, new sanctions evasion techniques have come to light. This course will offer a brief refresher ...

29/10/2026 10:00

6.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

Live Online

HRDA Vital Importance: Optimizing AI Governance for Responsible and Sc...

The programme is approved by the Cyprus Human Resource Development Authority (HRDA) as a “Vital Importance” training programme. HRDA Vital Importance programme ...

03/11/2026 09:00

18.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

EIMF (Λευκωσία)

Consumer Protection in the EU: Key Legal Rights and Obligations in Mod...

This practical training explores the legal and regulatory landscape of consumer protection and contractual fairness in the EU, with emphasis on modern consumer ...

03/11/2026 09:00

3.00 ώρες (1 ημέρα)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

Private Equity Funds: Structure, Strategy & Lifecycle...

Private equity funds play a pivotal role in today’s global investment landscape, providing capital to companies with high growth potential and driving strategic...

03/11/2026 09:00

4.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

Marketing with Integrity: Navigating Financial Promotion & Compliance...

In today’s fast-evolving financial services environment, marketing and promotional activities are under growing scrutiny from regulators and clients alike. Misl...

04/11/2026 09:00

6.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

Live Online

Advertising, Sponsorships & Player Protection in Betting...

It is important that professionals understand the regulatory and ethical aspects of advertising, sponsorships, and player protection in the betting industry  ...

10/11/2026 09:00

4.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

MiCA Complaints Handling for CASPs: Supervisory Expectations under ESM...

The Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) introduces a harmonised framework for crypto-asset service providers (CASPs) across the EU. Among its key element...

10/11/2026 10:00

3.00 ώρες (1 ημέρα)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

Live Online

Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBO) Register Updates – Guidance through t...

According to the Prevention and Suppression of Money Laundering Activities Laws of 2007-2021, companies and any other legal entities incorporated in the Republi...

11/11/2026 09:30

5.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

Strategic Compliance Governance: Managing Priorities, Resources and Ri...

Modern compliance functions are expected to do far more than monitor regulations and identify gaps. They are increasingly expected to support business growth, i...

11/11/2026 10:00

4.50 ώρες (1 ημέρα)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

US and EU Economic Sanctions Against Russia: Applicable Legal Framewor...

The recent intensification of international economic sanctions imposed against Russia – mainly by the USA, UK and the EU have further complicated, an already co...

12/11/2026 10:00

6.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

Live Online

Board Oversight of AML and Financial Crime Risk...

AML Governance and Financial Crime Risk Oversight for Boards This programme provides board members and senior decision-makers with a practical understanding ...

17/11/2026 10:00

3.00 ώρες (1 ημέρα)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

Regulation as a System: Financial Compliance and AI Implementation...

This seminar introduces participants to a systems-oriented approach to financial regulation and compliance. It examines how legal and regulatory requirements ar...

24/11/2026 09:00

7.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

Live Online

CRS & FATCA Compliance & Reporting...

The Common Reporting Standard (CRS) is an effort led by the Organization of Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) and aims to combat tax evasion by imposi...

24/11/2026 09:00

6.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

Live Online

Enterprise-Wide Money Laundering Risk Assessments (EWR): A Best Practi...

Regulators all around the globe emphasise the application of a risk-based approach to fight money laundering. But a risk-based approach can only be applied with...

25/11/2026 10:00

5.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

DFSA Regulatory Compliance CPD Programme...

Financial services rules and regulations apply to all firms regulated by the DFSA. These rules and guidelines are intended to safeguard customers when they tran...

26/11/2026 09:00

15.00 ώρες (3 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

A Comprehensive Guide to Cybercrime, Card Fraud and Insider Fraud Prev...

Cybercrime is a very serious threat to information and systems security, and risk prevention is vital to protecting us at a business or personal level.  It r...

01/12/2026 09:00

6.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

Live Online

Client Onboarding Risk Management...

This intensive masterclass empowers professionals with the critical expertise to identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks throughout client onboarding procedures....

02/12/2026 09:00

4.00 ώρες (1 ημέρα)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

Company Meetings and Types of Resolutions...

The supervision of administrative services by different supervisory authorities results in, inter alia, the non-uniform application of its provisions on the Com...

09/12/2026 15:00

6.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Επιχορηγημένο-ΑνΑΔ

Live Online

CASP AML Compliance, Governance and Financial Crime (FC) Risk Essentia...

This programme provides a practical and industry-focused overview of AML/CFT compliance, governance and financial crime risk management for Crypto-Asset Service...

10/12/2026 09:00

5.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

The Impact of EU Sanctions on Trust Structures...

How are EU sanctions affecting the professional fiduciary industry? This course is designed to assist professional offering fiduciary services navigate through ...

11/12/2026 10:00

2.00 ώρες (1 ημέρα)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

Cyprus Companies’ Officers and Alterations of their Particulars...

This course is intended for individuals seeking a thorough understanding of the procedures involved in the appointment, resignation, and removal of company offi...

15/12/2026 15:00

4.00 ώρες (2 μέρες)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

CARF in Practice: From Crypto Tax Transparency to Reporting Readiness...

The Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) is the OECD's dedicated tax transparency regime for Crypto-Assets. It was introduced because the Common Reporting St...

16/12/2026 09:00

3.00 ώρες (1 ημέρα)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

AI Tools & Prompt Engineering for Risk & Compliance Professionals...

AI tools are rapidly transforming how compliance professionals manage risk, conduct investigations, and prepare for regulatory exams. This hands-on training int...

16/12/2026 15:00

3.00 ώρες (1 ημέρα)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

Trusts vs Forced Heirship Provisions...

Being a jurisdiction that historically relies on strong family bonds and protecting the preservation of family assets within the circle of close relatives, Cypr...

17/12/2026 09:00

2.00 ώρες (1 ημέρα)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

Cyprus Tax Reform: Key Changes for Companies...

A practical, plain-English workshop explaining the Cyprus tax reform effective from 1 January 2026, and how the new rules change corporate tax costs, dividend s...

21/12/2026 09:00

4.00 ώρες (1 ημέρα)

Αγγλικά

Live Online

Non-Financial Misconduct (Small & Medium-size Firms)...

Welcome to our course covering the FCA proposed rules in respect of Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) and Non-Financial Misconduct (NFM).    NOTICE: THIS CO...

31/01/2027 21:10

Αγγλικά

eLearning

MiFID II Investor Protection...

The seminar is designed to provide a thorough examination of recent developments in the MiFID II regulatory framework, specifically focusing on four key el...

31/01/2027 21:10

Αγγλικά

eLearning

Regulatory Updates Cyprus Financial Services...

Description This course provides a structured analysis of these regulatory updates, ensuring that participants understand their obligations and can effective...

31/01/2027 21:10

Αγγλικά

eLearning

Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA)...

Understand DORA key definitions, terms and provisions from a wide range of internal and external challenges, disruptions, and shocks. Organisational resil...

31/01/2027 21:10

Αγγλικά

eLearning

AML 4th and 5th Directives Overview...

When the EU issues an anti money laundering directive, it also sets an implementation date by which appropriate AML/CFT legislation must be in place within memb...

31/01/2027 21:10

Αγγλικά

eLearning

ICAAP – Internal Capital Adequacy Assessment Process...

The challenge with creating an ICAAP is it is more than just a document. In this course we will explain clearly and concisely why it is and should be dynamic pr...

31/01/2027 21:10

Αγγλικά

eLearning

EU AI Act...

The European Union’s (“EU”) artificial intelligence (“AI”) Act (the “EU AI Act”) represents a landmark legislative initiative designed to govern the develo...

31/01/2027 21:10

Αγγλικά

eLearning

Fraud Detection and Prevention...

Fraud is usually defined by domestic regulators as taking place within a ‘given industry’ and within the broader legal framework, in a ‘given country’. Unethica...

31/01/2027 21:10

Αγγλικά

eLearning

Market in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA) Overview...

In recent years, the landscape of finance has undergone a transformative shift with the emergence of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. As these digital ...

31/01/2027 21:10

Αγγλικά

eLearning

Suspicious Transactions/Activity Reporting...

This course provides a brief overview of Suspicious Transactions / Activity Reporting process in a regulated financial services firm. This course is addressed t...

31/01/2027 21:10

Αγγλικά

eLearning

Conflict of Interest (COI)...

Conflict of Interest Course (FCA) This course provides staff with an understanding of Conflict of Interest, the laws and regulations that make it illegal, and t...

31/01/2027 21:10

Αγγλικά

eLearning

Non-Financial Misconduct...

Welcome to our course covering the FCA proposed rules in respect of Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) and Non-Financial Misconduct (NFM). By the...

31/01/2027 21:10

Αγγλικά

eLearning