How do you approach managing legal aspects during periods of instability or crisis to ensure the organisation’s resilience?

One of the fundamental aspects of crisis management is anticipating legal risks and having contingency plans in place. This involves conducting risk assessments to identify vulnerabilities in governance, financial regulations, and market stability and establishing crisis-response protocols that define clear legal actions in the event of regulatory changes, market disruptions, or reputational challenges.

During Decevale’s institutional transformation, I played a key role in identifying regulatory risks and implementing strategies to mitigate their impact. This has strengthened the organisation’s ability to navigate change while maintaining legal and operational stability.

Periods of instability often expose weaknesses in governance structures, making compliance reinforcement essential. My approach focuses on strengthening corporate governance frameworks by ensuring decision-making processes are transparent, ethical, and aligned with best practices; enhancing regulatory compliance measures, which establishes robust anti-bribery mechanisms to protect institutional integrity and collaborating closely with the compliance officer, the internal auditor, and other key areas of the company to reinforce internal controls, risk management, and ethical business practices.

By embedding compliance into the organisation’s culture, we create a resilient legal framework that can withstand regulatory scrutiny and external challenges. Legal resilience is not just about internal controls—it also depends on maintaining the confidence of regulators, investors, and market participants. My strategy includes proactive communication with regulatory authorities to ensure alignment with evolving legal requirements, providing clear and consistent messaging to stakeholders about institutional changes, legal reforms, and crisis mitigation strategies. And educating market participants through financial literacy initiatives that promote transparency and confidence in the securities market.

Through strategic communication and compliance-driven initiatives, we have reinforced Decevale’s credibility, even in times of transformation. Effectively managing legal aspects during periods of crisis requires a proactive, compliance-focused, and transparent approach. By strengthening legal risk management, reinforcing governance structures, and ensuring transparent engagement with stakeholders, I have contributed to Decevale’s resilience and long-term stability. As financial markets continue to evolve, my focus remains on safeguarding institutional integrity and ensuring that legal frameworks support sustainable growth.