Director Duties and Liabilities
Description
This course will explore the fundamental aspects of director duties and liabilities, with a particular focus on the financial services sector. Aimed at directors and board members, this session will provide a high-level overview of the critical role of the director, encompassing company law and various legislative considerations that impact directorial responsibilities. Additionally, we will delve into the complexities of how liability can manifest itself, especially within an offshore business environment, highlighting the unique challenges and risks faced by directors operating in such contexts. This webinar is designed to equip participants with a deeper understanding of their legal obligations and the potential liabilities they face, offering guidance on how to navigate these responsibilities effectively to safeguard both their personal and organisational interests.
Content
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The role of the Director
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Company law and various legislative considerations
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How liability can manifest itself in an offshore business environment
Presenter
Heather-Anne HubbellExpert Trainer at the School of International Financial Services |
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Heather-Anne is a serial entrepreneur, with business experience as a lawyer, banker and consultant. She has an extensive legacy in financial services, strategic planning, digital transformation and corporate governance. Experienced at providing board-level management information to group and risk audit committees, her expertise is underpinned with experience as private practice lawyer, in-house counsel, and Director & Company Secretary of companies in Canada, the UK and Jersey. Heather-Anne has leveraged 35+ years of experience to create Phundex, a digital solution to finding innovative ideas, digitally facilitating the investment due diligence process, bringing investment opportunities to market faster, and then administering and reporting to management, investors, and regulators. |