Half day workshop, followed by networking lunch.
Venue: Allens, Deutsche Bank Place, Level 28, 126 Phillip St, Sydney NSW 2000.
ASFA’s AFSL Responsible Manager Program, delivered by experts from Allens law firm, has been purpose-built for the superannuation industry to give Responsible Managers (RM’s) a clear understanding of their role and what’s required to meet their AFSL obligations. With a focus on real-world case studies, ASIC’s latest priorities, and recent regulatory changes, participants will gain the knowledge and skills to meet their RM obligations with confidence.
Key topics to be discussed include:
- Superannuation Regulation and Licensing Framework – overview of legislation, AFS licence obligations, conduct and disclosure requirements, and organisational competence.
- AFS Licence Authorisations and Compliance – understanding authorisations, maintaining compliance, and managing organisational responsibilities.
- Role and Responsibilities of a Responsible Manager (RM) – core attributes, duties, required knowledge and skills, and how the RM role operates in practice.
- Regulatory Accountability and Enforcement – ASIC expectations, consequences of non-compliance, and interactions with the Financial Accountability Regime (FAR).
- Current Legal and Regulatory Landscape – recent and upcoming legislative reforms, enforcement trends, and key regulatory developments impacting superannuation.
Who should attend
- New and existing Responsible Managers
- Superannuation executives and senior management
- Compliance and legal professionals
- Board members with AFSL oversight
Speakers

Stephanie Malon, Partner, Allens
Stephanie specialises in superannuation, funds management and financial services law.
Stephanie advises superannuation and financial services clients in relation to regulatory regimes, governance, core service provider arrangements and investments matters.
Stephanie is a regular speaker at conferences and events, including at the Law Council of Australia’s Superannuation Conference. She also publishes on areas of interest, including in the Australian Superannuation Law Bulletin and has taken lead roles in developing industry templates.

Geoff Sanders, Partner, Allens
Geoff specialises in superannuation, financial services law and funds management, with a particular focus on investments work and all aspects of superannuation and financial services law and regulation.
Geoff regularly acts for a number of Australia’s highest profile superannuation trustees on matters as diverse as SFTs; regulatory investigations and enforcement action; key regulatory change projects; and investments matters.
