AFSL Compliance Guide (Free) – Core Obligations for AFS Licensees
Free in‑depth guide to AFS licence obligations & governance
Use this guide to:
- Understand the core obligations that apply to AFSL holders
- See how roles, governance, systems and conduct fit together
- Learn the basics of wholesale vs retail clients and breach reporting
- Support training for Responsible Managers, directors and staff
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About this Document
Use this guide if you:
- Hold an AFSL and want more than a checklist – you want context
- Are a Responsible Manager, director or senior manager in an AFSL business
- Need a training resource for staff new to AFSL compliance
- Are preparing for an ASIC review and want to refresh fundamentals
It is suited to:
- AFSL licensees of all sizes
- Governance, legal, risk and compliance teams
- External advisers delivering AFSL compliance support
What this guide covers:
- The AFSL regulatory framework and high‑level licence obligations
- Roles and responsibilities of Responsible Managers, directors and staff
- Conflicts of interest, fair conduct and client best‑interest concepts
- Wholesale vs retail client tests and implications
- Key disclaimers, marketing rules and misleading conduct risks
- Breach identification, assessment and reporting
- Complaints handling, AFCA membership and dispute resolution
- Financial resource expectations and basic risk management systems
You receive a free, detailed guide that can double as a training tool and orientation document for people involved in AFSL governance.
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Jason Gold
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Guy Raven
Head of Surveillance Advisory, Westpac"Hannah demonstrated exceptional leadership and regulatory expertise. She played a pivotal role in developing the control room and establishing a strong regulatory compliance framework... Beyond her deep technical knowledge, Hannah is an outstanding mentor, approachable, and insightful."
Antonella Spatola
Founder, True To You Charity"Hannah at Click Legal has supported the board in establishing our documentation and legal framework to start on a solid footing. We appreciate her authentic interest in the charity's mission... We appreciate how she explains complex concepts in simple terms, avoiding legal jargon."
Sharon Yang
Head of Investment & Capital Mgmt"Hannah and Click Legal have provided reliable legal advice to us. It has been integral in helping us meet all our AFSL obligations with confidence. I highly recommend their services to any business needing compliance support."
Jason Watts GAICD
Managing Director, Neu Capital"Hannah blends rare regulatory expertise with sharp business acumen. As her Manager at Barclays, I watched her master APRA/ASIC frameworks and turn them into clear, actionable strategies... She's the kind of professional who simplifies complexity, and her integrity is unmatched."
Stuart Hill
Program Manager/Operations Manager"Hannah has exceptional depth of knowledge and expertise in building robust legal, risk, and compliance frameworks... Beyond her technical expertise, Hannah is a strategic thinker and a genuinely kind, friendly person who always supports and helps others."
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