In today’s high-pressure finance environment, professionals are expected to deliver results, manage risk, and collaborate effectively – often under tight deadlines and complex circumstances.
But one skill that’s often overlooked is the ability to handle difficult conversations with confidence and clarity.
Whether it’s delivering sensitive feedback, resolving disagreements, or aligning under pressure, strong communication is key to building resilient, high-performing teams.
Join Reed and Julie Temple, Partner at Knights for a practical, thought-provoking event designed to help finance professionals strengthen their interpersonal skills and navigate challenging conversations with ease.
What to expect
Julie will explore:
Approaching sensitive discussions with confidence and professionalism
Delivering constructive feedback without damaging relationships
Managing conflict and disagreement in high-pressure finance environments
Strengthening team dynamics through clear, empathetic communication
The morning will begin with networking from 9am, giving you the chance to connect with fellow finance professionals before diving into the session.
Strong communication builds strong teams – and it starts with you. Sign up now.
Our speaker
Julie Temple, Partner, Knights
Julie advises commercial clients on a wide range of employment and HR matters, including holiday pay, GDPR, restrictive covenants, senior management exits, and complex unfair dismissal and discrimination claims. Known for her clear, tailored advice and practical approach, Julie is trusted by businesses across sectors, including education, to resolve sensitive workplace issues.
Julie is an affiliate member and Vice Chair of her local CIPD branch, a trustee of the Ron Shepherd Trust supporting CIPD students, and a governor at St Margaret’s Church of England Primary School. Julie is also a qualified mental health first aider, reflecting her commitment to wellbeing in the workplace.
