1. Introduction
• Company’s mission and vision
• Overview of the central depository system
• Importance of compliance with regulations like the Central Securities Depositories Regulation (CSDR)
2. Employment Policies
• Hiring practices
• Equal opportunity statement
• Employee classifications (full-time, part-time, etc.)
3. Code of Conduct
• Ethical standards
• Conflict of interest policies
• Confidentiality agreements
4. Operational Procedures
• Record keeping requirements
• Reconciliation processes
• Account segregation
5. Risk Management
• Operational risk policies
• Participants default rules
• Ancillary banking services
6. Settlement Discipline
• Preventing settlement fails
• Monitoring and addressing settlement fails
• Penalty rates and buy-ins
7. Reporting
• Internalised settlement reporting
• Reporting entity and content
8. Employee Benefits and Compensation
• Salary structure
• Bonus and incentive plans
• Pension fund information
9. Leave and Absences
• Annual leave policies
• Family and medical leave
• Sick pay arrangements
10. Training and Development
• Onboarding process
• Ongoing training programs
• Career advancement opportunities
11. Health and Safety
• Workplace safety protocols
• Emergency procedures
• Health and wellness programs
12. Disciplinary Actions
• Gross misconduct
• Disciplinary procedures
• Grievance handling
13. Termination of Employment
• Resignation procedures
• Termination policies
• Exit interviews
14. Acknowledgment
• Employee’s acknowledgment of understanding and agreement