RODO, AML/CFT and Whistleblowing

In today’s world, where regulatory changes occur at a dizzying pace, entrepreneurs face a unique challenge: not only to comply with legal requirements but also to use them as an opportunity to strengthen the trust and loyalty of customers and business partners. Key areas where entrepreneurs must be particularly vigilant are personal data protection (GDPR), anti-money laundering (AML), and whistleblowing mechanisms. Effective compliance management in these areas requires not only thorough legal knowledge but also a strategic approach that leverages these requirements to the business’s advantage.

In this context, the support offered by GLC becomes invaluable. With a team of experienced experts from various fields of law, GLC provides comprehensive advice and support in the areas of GDPR, AML, and whistleblowing procedures. Our services go beyond ensuring operational compliance; they help organizations build solid foundations for secure and sustainable growth. Through an individual approach to each client, GLC enables businesses to not only avoid potential sanctions but also turn legal requirements into a strategic market advantage.

GDPR

In today’s regulatory landscape, personal data protection is not only a legal requirement but also a crucial aspect of building customer trust and loyalty. GDPR regulations have introduced a range of obligations for organizations, each of which must ensure an appropriate level of data security and transparency in data processing. This challenge requires not only an understanding of the regulations but also their effective implementation in daily operations.

GLC specialists provide comprehensive support in GDPR, helping organizations secure personal data and ensure compliance with applicable regulations. We offer our clients:

• Preparation and updating of GDPR-compliant documentation, including data protection policies and privacy policies;
• Implementation of procedures related to personal data processing and responding to data protection breaches;
• Drafting internal documentation related to personal data processing within the organization, including authorizations for data processing and information on data processing;
• Conducting internal audits to assess compliance with GDPR requirements;
• Training staff on applicable regulations and best practices in data protection;
• Advice on identifying and assessing risks associated with personal data processing, preparing data processing risk assessments;
• Developing strategies and response mechanisms for data protection breaches;
• Legal consultations regarding data processing agreements;
• Support in managing consents for data processing and in the process of exercising the rights of data subjects;
• Advice on cross-border data flows and ensuring adequate protection levels;
• Representation before supervisory authorities in case of inspections and proceedings related to GDPR.

AML

Anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing require organizations not only to comply with international and national regulations but also to implement effective internal procedures. AML requirements apply to a wide range of entities, from financial institutions to non-financial enterprises, and require constant vigilance and adequate control mechanisms. With experience in financial law, GLC supports organizations in effectively managing AML risk, ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.

Our services:

• Development of internal procedures and policies for anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing;
• Preparation of internal AML/CFT documentation for obligated institutions;
• Implementation of due diligence systems and KYC procedures for customer identification;
• Conducting comprehensive AML/CFT risk assessments in obligated institutions;
• Conducting compliance audits with AML requirements and advising on their outcomes;
• Organizing training for employees on AML regulations and procedures for identifying suspicious transactions;
• Advice on the application of international sanctions and regulations on counter-terrorism financing;
• Support in the process of reporting suspicious transactions to the General Inspector of Financial Information and other relevant authorities;
• Consultations on technologies supporting anti-money laundering efforts;
• Preparation of documentation and reports required by AML regulations;
• Legal support and representation in interactions with regulatory authorities.

Whistleblowing

Whistleblowing, or reporting violations of the law within an organization, is an important element of risk management and ethics mechanisms in any business. Enabling employees and collaborators to report irregularities in a safe and anonymous manner is not only a legal requirement but also a testament to organizational maturity and commitment to building a culture of transparency. GLC specialists support organizations in developing effective whistleblowing systems that protect both whistleblowers and the organization from negative consequences.

Our services:

• Development and implementation of internal whistleblowing procedures compliant with applicable regulations;
• Creating systems and procedures enabling anonymous and safe reporting of irregularities;
• Organizing training for employees and management on the use of whistleblowing systems;
• Advice on protecting whistleblowers from possible retaliation;
• Conducting audits of existing whistleblowing systems and recommending possible improvements;
• Support in internal and external communication regarding whistleblowing;
• Preparation of procedures for handling and documenting reports;
• Advice on building an organizational culture open to reporting and resolving issues;
• Support in internal investigations triggered by whistleblowing reports;
• Conducting investigative proceedings;
• Representation and legal support for the organization in interactions with regulatory and supervisory authorities regarding whistleblowing.