Insights

Anyone who attended the LIBF Mortgage Conference this year will have had the opportunity to hear David Geale, Director of Retail Banking for the FCA, give a speech on the regulator’s view of green mortgages. This included where such products will fit in relation to Consumer Duty.

In an LIBF podcast, Stuart Tootal, the founder of Matero Consulting and a former colonel in the British army, and Jeremy Takle, the founder and CEO of Pennyworth – and a former marine in the Danish armed forces – talk to Ouida Taaffe about how to motivate and support staff in financial services firms during tougher times, why ‘command and control’ doesn’t work – and what makes a good leader.

University is an exciting time. You have the opportunity to explore a subject you’re passionate about, meet new people, and start making plans for your future career. But some students find that balancing their studies with an active social life – not to mention managing their finances –can be stressful. Here are a few tips on how you can look after your mental wellbeing during your time at university.

In April we held our first Mortgage Conference, bringing together leading figures from across the financial services sector. The delegates addressed a range of topics, focusing on key themes that are significantly impacting the sector today.

Meydia Meydia has completed five of our trade and transaction banking qualifications. She spoke to us about why she chose to do them and what they have meant for her and her career.

Risk has always been a significant factor in banking, but the modern risk landscape is more diverse than ever before, and the digital age has brought new challenges. It has become increasingly important for all banking staff to understand their role in effective risk management.