Support compliance with SRA workplace culture recommendations with our suite of training designed by a former SRA regulator.
SRA WORKPLACE GUIDANCE OVERVIEW
This session is the first important step for firms who want to take the guesswork out of implementing SRA recommendations, improve their risk management and take a strategic approach towards workplace culture.
The session is facilitated by former SRA Regulator, Katie Jackson, who will support you to identify gaps in your current strategy and processes, as well as providing you with specific recommendations on how to translate SRA recommendations at your firm. You will also receive follow-up resources including sample policies.
What’s covered:
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Key areas examined and main findings by the SRA in their workplace culture thematic review
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Summary of who the guidance applies to, and in what contexts, and who can be held accountable
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Best practice guidance in relation to:
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The role of leadership and management
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Anti-bullying Sexual harassment
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Mental health Equality, diversity and inclusion
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Supervision
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The SRA’s enforcement strategy and the requirements in their Code for challenging unacceptable behaviour
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Reporting pathways and recording
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Evidencing your workplace culture initiatives
Best suited to: HR teams, L&D teams, Partners
BULLYING & SEXUAL HARASSMENT PREVENTION FOR LEADERS
“Firms should do everything they reasonably can to look after the wellbeing of those who work in and with the firm. And protect them from bullying, harassment, discrimination and victimisation, while supporting them so they can work safely and effectively.” - SRA Guidance (May 2023)
Set in the context of the SRA’s rules and guidance on workplace behaviour and employee wellbeing, this session looks at the specific requirements on managers/partners in relation to bullying and harassment, with a particular focus on preventing sexual harassment.
This session covers:
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A brief overview of the SRA Workplace Culture Thematic Review
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The relevant sections of the SRA’s Codes of Conduct concerning bullying and harassment
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Legislative and regulatory discussion of the preventative duty and SRA policy towards sexual harassment
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Recognising bullying behaviour and sexual harassment in the workplace using scenarios
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Using workplace procedures to affirm positive conduct Reporting obligations and procedures
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The SRA’s enforcement strategy and legislative consequences of non-compliance
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Practical checklists and workplace activities to build and demonstrate compliance in action
Best suited to: HR teams, L&D teams, Partners
FIRMWIDE TRAINING: BULLYING & SEXUAL HARASSMENT PREVENTION
This is a taught information session which looks at the firm’s internally developed position on preventing bullying and harassment, with a particular focus on sexual harassment. This session also explores the advice, and support available across the firm, for a range of different scenarios.
This session covers:
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SRA and regulatory obligations on the firm relating to anti-bullying and sexual harassment prevention
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Recognising sexual harassment and bullying behaviour
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Taking action from different viewpoints – for example - bystander, proactive preventer, or being the subject of unwanted attention
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Support available across the firm
Best suited to: Firmwide
EFFECTIVE SUPERVISION
A key theme throughout the SRA’s report on workplace culture is the integral role supervisors play in shaping mental health culture. Echoing research by Gallup and Deloitte, the SRA report also suggests that subpar supervision not only contributes to a culture of poor mental health, but one that undermines engagement, retention and, ultimately, the profitability and competitiveness of your firm.Learn more about our trainee supervision programme here, and our apprentice supervision programme here.
