Webinar's Overview
The European anti-money laundering landscape is undergoing its most significant transformation in years. With the establishment of the EU Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA), both financial and non-financial institutions are facing a new regulatory environment, enhanced supervisory expectations, and evolving compliance obligations. Failure to understand and prepare for these changes may expose organisations to regulatory, operational, and reputational risks.
Join our training programme and gain a comprehensive understanding of AMLA’s role, responsibilities, and impact within the wider EU Anti-Money Laundering framework.
- Understand the objectives, structure, and supervisory role of the new EU Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA).
- Explore AMLA’s journey to date and its role in strengthening AML/CFT supervision and coordination across the European Union.
- Gain insight into the key legislative instruments of the EU AML Package, including the Anti-Money Laundering Regulation (AMLR) and the 6th Anti-Money Laundering Directive (AMLD6).
- Assess how upcoming regulatory requirements and supervisory developments may affect your organisation’s compliance framework, governance, and day-to-day operations.
- Prepare proactively for the implementation of new EU-wide AML/CFT standards and strengthen your organisation’s compliance culture.
Register today to stay ahead of regulatory developments, understand the implications of AMLA’s enhanced role, and equip your organisation to navigate the evolving EU AML landscape with confidence.
Webinar's Goals
By the end of the webinar, participants will be able to:
- Explain why the European Anti‑Money Laundering Authority (‘AMLA’) was established and the regulatory weaknesses it is designed to address within the EU AML/CFT framework.
- Describe AMLA’s mandate, powers, and governance structure, including its role vis‑à‑vis national supervisors and Financial Intelligence Units (‘FIUs’).
- Distinguish between direct supervision by AMLA and indirect oversight exercised through national supervisors.
- Identify which entities may fall under AMLA’s direct supervision and the criteria applied for selection.
- Understand AMLA’s role within the context of the EU Anti‑Money Laundering Package, including its interaction with:
- the EU Single Rulebook,
- the 6th Anti‑Money Laundering Directive (‘AMLD6’), and
- other relevant EU‑level regulations.
- Assess how AMLA may impact their organisation’s AML/CFT governance arrangements, control framework, and supervisory relationships.
- Identify practical areas of change required to prepare for AMLA‑led supervision.
- Analyse AMLA‑issued guidelines, technical standards, or supervisory expectations, and evaluate how these may impact operational compliance measures and support organisational decision‑making.
- Contribute to organisational AMLA‑readiness initiatives, including gap analyses, remediation action plans, and targeted training initiatives.
- Demonstrate a proactive and risk‑aware mindset towards EU‑level supervision and regulatory convergence.
- Appreciate the importance of consistent AML/CFT standards across the EU, rather than perceiving AMLA as merely an additional regulatory body.
- Recognise AMLA as a driver of supervisory quality and harmonisation, not solely as an enforcement authority.
- Commit to a culture of continuous improvement rather than minimum regulatory compliance.
- Foster a culture of constructive engagement with regulators, characterised by openness, transparency, and accountability, while viewing AMLA‑driven change as an opportunity to strengthen governance, credibility, and financial crime resilience.
Participants*
This training programme is tailored for all obliged entities and is targeted towards Money Laundering Reporting Officers (‘MLROs’), as well as professionals working in supporting roles within the AML/CFT function (either within the first line or second line of defence).
All participants should be currently employed.
*The number of participants is restricted to 28.
Agenda
1. Introduction to the European Anti‑Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) (1 h & 30 min)
- Overview of the background and regulatory drivers that led to the establishment of the European Anti‑Money Laundering Authority (‘AMLA’), including weaknesses identified in fragmented national supervision across the European Union (EU).
- Explanation of AMLA’s core objectives, including supervisory convergence, strengthening the effectiveness of anti‑money laundering and counter‑terrorist financing (‘AML/CFT’) controls, and enhancing financial system integrity at EU level.
- Description of AMLA’s legal basis, governance structure, and institutional setup, including its relationship with EU institutions and national competent authorities.
- Analysis of AMLA’s mandate and powers, distinguishing between policy‑setting responsibilities, supervisory coordination, and direct supervisory functions.
2. AMLA Supervisory Model and Interaction with National Authorities (1 h & 30 min)
- Detailed explanation of AMLA’s supervisory architecture, distinguishing between direct supervision (where AMLA acts as the primary supervisor) and indirect supervision (through national competent authorities under AMLA oversight).
- Analysis of the criteria used to determine which high‑risk financial institutions fall under AMLA’s direct supervision, including risk exposure, cross‑border activities, and systemic relevance.
- Clarification of the respective roles of AMLA, national competent authorities, and Financial Intelligence Units (‘FIUs’), including coordination and information‑sharing arrangements. (Financial Intelligence Units (‘FIUs’) are national bodies responsible for receiving and analysing suspicious transaction reports.)
- Discussion of AMLA’s supervisory powers, including the issuance of guidelines, performance of peer reviews, and intervention where national supervision is considered ineffective.
3. AMLA within the EU Anti‑Money Laundering Package (AMLR and AMLD6) (1 h & 30 min)
- Overview of the EU Anti‑Money Laundering Package and its key components, with particular focus on the Anti‑Money Laundering Regulation (‘AMLR’) and the 6th Anti‑Money Laundering Directive (‘AMLD6’). (The AMLR introduces a directly applicable EU‑wide “single rulebook”, while AMLD6 addresses institutional and enforcement arrangements.)
- Analysis of AMLA’s role in supporting the consistent application of the EU single rulebook across both financial and non‑financial obliged entities.
- Explanation of phased implementation timelines and transitional arrangements, highlighting key compliance milestones for obliged entities.
- Examination of new and enhanced obligations arising from the AML Package, including risk assessments, governance requirements, and internal control expectations.
4. Organisational Impact, AMLA‑Readiness and Compliance Response (1 h & 30 min)
- The expected impact of AMLA on organisational AML/CFT governance, including board oversight, senior management accountability, and the role of the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (‘MLRO’).
- Identification of key operational areas requiring enhancement to prepare for AMLA‑led supervision, such as documentation quality, data integrity, and audit trails.
- Analysis of how AMLA‑issued standards, guidelines, or supervisory communications may practically impact day‑to‑day compliance operations and decision‑making.
- Overview of AMLA‑readiness activities, including gap analyses, remediation planning, and targeted training initiatives.
*Note: Please join the meeting 30 minutes prior to the webinar’s start time (join at 8:30 a.m.), in order to make sure that you do not face any connection or other technical issues.
Services
Our services include:
- Handouts, including the hard copy presentation, examples, case studies, exercises, and additional notes if applicable.
- Stationery, such as pads, pens, and files.
- Drinks (coffee, tea, etc.), snacks and a buffet lunch.
- A fully equipped training room with WiFi access.
- Certificate of completion.
Registration & Contact
If you wish to register for the webinar, please complete the registration form.
Once your registration is submitted, you will receive an email stating how to proceed with your HRDA registration through the Ermis platform. Upon completion of this step, you will receive a confirmation email which will include the participation fee, including any discounts, if applicable. Kindly note that the payment should be settled at least two days prior to the webinar’s date for your registration to be confirmed.
The programme has been approved by the HRDA. Enterprises participating with their employees who satisfy HRDA’s criteria, are entitled to subsidy. Please note that there are limited seats available, therefore enroll in this webinar as soon as possible.
If you do not receive our confirmation e-mail regarding your registration, your participation cannot be guaranteed.
Cost
€150 net investment after the HRDA subsidy: €120 for all eligible participants*
€270 + VAT (19%) for all participants who are not-eligible for the HRDA subsidy.
*According to HRDA regulations, you will not qualify for the HRDA subsidy if you have attended this webinar within the last two years, as there have been no substantial changes to the content.
*Last Date for 10% Early Bird Discount: 11/11/2026
Extra discounts may apply to the initial price, before the VAT and HRDA subsidy. Please view options below.
HRDA Note
All individuals who wish to attend our HRDA approved training courses, should not only fill out our registration form, but also complete the registration process through the ERMIS platform in order to be approved by the HRDA. Regardless of whether they are claiming the HRDA subsidy or not, each participant will need to complete their registration through ERMIS as a physical person and then register to our training in order to be able to attend (either as an employee whose company is claiming the subsidy or as an individual who is not claiming the subsidy). Please reach out to the HRDA Ermis officers on 22 390 300 for more details regarding the registration as a physical person.
In accordance with the new requirements of the Human Resource Development Authority of Cyprus (HRDA), participants should be prepared to turn on their cameras during webinars, as unannounced attendance checks may be conducted at any time during the session.
Discounts available
- For three or more (3+) participants from the same company, a 10% discount is available on the total cost, before the VAT and HRDA subsidy. This discount only applies for participants who enroll in the same seminar, on the same day. This discount can only be combined with the early bird discount and the HRDA subsidy, when applicable.
- For individuals/legal entities who/which register in more than three (3+) seminars during the same semester (January-June & July-December), a 10% discount is available on the total cost, before the VAT and HRDA subsidy. This discount only applies for individuals/legal entities who/which enroll in more than three (3+) seminars during the same semester, on the same day. This discount can only be combined with the early bird discount and the HRDA subsidy, when applicable.
- There is a 10% discount for alumni members. This discount should be applied before the VAT and HRDA subsidy and can only be combined with the early bird discount and the HRDA subsidy, when applicable. For more information on our alumni scheme, click here.
- There is a 10% early bird discount on selected seminars for participants who enroll in a training course until a specific date which is stated above. This discount should be applied before the VAT and HRDA subsidy and can only be combined with the HRDA subsidy, when applicable.
- HRDA subsidy for all HRDA approved seminars.
- Please note that while participants may qualify for multiple discounts, a maximum of two discounts, up to a total of 20%, can be applied per registration.
Contact
For any queries, please contact KPMG Academy on +357 22 207 460 or at academy@kpmg.com.cy
CPD
This webinar may contribute to Continuing Professional Development requirements. At the end of the webinar participants will be given a certificate of attendance confirming the total number of training hours (6 CPD).
Trainers
Alex Azzopardi
Partner, Risk Consulting Advisory Services, KPMG in Malta
Alex joined KPMG in 2005 and is a leader within the Risk Consulting Advisory Services team. His portfolio is primarily focused on enterprise risk, corporate governance, regulatory compliance (including licensing), AML/CFT and internal audit services across regulated financial services entities and other non-regulated businesses. He is an accountant by profession, a Certified Information Systems Auditor and a member of the Institute of Internal Auditors.
Alex's career has focused on regulated entities, primarily banks, financial institutions, investment services firms and funds, including eight years within the external audit function prior to joining the Advisory practice. He leads the firm's internal audit services portfolio, covering banks, financial institutions, insurance entities and other organisations. His experience includes outsourcing and co-sourcing engagements, internal audits, follow-up audits and enterprise risk assessments covering both IT and non-IT risks. He has also led a number of regulatory compliance and AML-related engagements, including assignments aimed at assessing alignment with regulatory requirements and good practice, as well as projects supporting clients in enhancing their control environments following supervisory visits. Alex is currently the Chairman of the Board of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Malta Chapter.
Ma. May Casimiro
Assistant Manager, Risk Consulting Advisory Services, KPMG in Malta
May is an Assistant Manager within the Risk Consulting Advisory Services practice of KPMG in Malta. She is an accountant by profession and holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accountancy from the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. In 2016, she obtained her Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licence in the Philippines. Prior to joining KPMG Malta in 2022, she worked within KPMG Philippines' Risk Consulting Advisory Group, where she gained experience in Regulatory Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering across various financial institutions.
Within her role at KPMG Malta, May works extensively in the area of Anti-Money Laundering compliance, supporting the planning and execution of AML/CFT engagements, including framework reviews, internal audits and due diligence remediation programmes. She has supervised large-scale CDD/EDD remediation engagements, managed AML/CFT framework review projects and been heavily involved in gap assessments and internal audit engagements covering due diligence processes, governance structures and control effectiveness reviews. She has also supported regulatory and licensing engagements, including the drafting of AML/CFT policies and procedures and preparation of regulatory documentation. May is recognised as a Core AML Trainer within KPMG Learning Academy, where she develops and delivers specialised AML/CFT training programmes for industry professionals.
The programme has been approved by the HRDA. Enterprises participating with their employees who satisfy HRDA’s criteria, are entitled to subsidy.
