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Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)

Jul 31, 2024

Applications are closed

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • London

Requirements

  • Applicants must be a qualified Lawyer (solicitor, barrister or Chartered Legal Executive): we would normally expect applicants to have at least 3 years’ relevant PQE (in house, public sector or private practice) or equivalent experience
  • Applicants must have relevant experience in one or all of: financial regulation, public law and funds regulation
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to deliver good and clear interpretations of issues
  • Ability to pick up and work independently on novel and complex legal issues quickly and with enthusiasm
  • Ability to create solutions and deliver pragmatic outcome-focused judgments
  • Ability to advise in a confident and reasoned manner both in writing and orally, and to challenge appropriately
  • Ability to work effectively in a team, and to build and sustain positive relationships across the Legal Division and wider FCA, and with any relevant external stakeholders
  • For one of the roles, we are particularly interested in candidates who have funds regulation experience – albeit that any successful applicant will be expected to get involved in the full range of work available in the team.

Responsibilities

  • Providing legal advice to the FCA in a fast paced environment
  • Advising on a mixture of policy, supervision, authorisations and international issues
  • Interacting with colleagues across the FCA and with government departments and bodies and other organisations engaged in financial services such as the Bank of England and HM Treasury on high-profile and exciting projects

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Lawyer, Funds and Authorisations position?

The salary for this position ranges from £59,900 to £80,000 nationally, and from £65,800 to £85,000 for London.

What is the main function of the Funds & Authorisations team?

The Funds & Authorisations team provides legal advice on all aspects of FSMA authorisations and funds regulation, financial crime, money laundering, and sanctions, as well as client assets issues, bank resolution, and mutuals registration.

What experience is particularly sought after for one of the roles in this team?

For one of the roles, the team is particularly interested in candidates with experience advising on a variety of funds issues, including UCITS, AIFMD, and public law.

What kinds of projects will I get to work on in this role?

You will have the opportunity to work on interesting and varied projects, such as the smarter regulatory framework for funds, the digital securities sandbox, and the Financial Services Register workstream.

What qualifications are required to apply for this position?

Applicants must be a qualified Lawyer (solicitor, barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive) with at least 3 years of relevant post-qualification experience (PQE) in house, public sector, or private practice, or equivalent experience, as well as relevant experience in financial regulation, public law, or funds regulation.

What are the core benefits provided with this role?

Core benefits include 25 days of holiday per year plus bank holidays, private healthcare with Bupa, a non-contributory pension of at least 8% of basic salary, life assurance of eight times your basic salary, and income protection.

Is hybrid working available for this position?

Yes, hybrid working is supported, allowing individuals to work from home up to 60% of the time over a month, with the remainder spent in one of the FCA's office locations.

What skills and behaviours are essential for this role?

Essential skills include strong analytical abilities, the capacity to work independently on complex legal issues, the ability to provide pragmatic, outcome-focused advice, good written and oral communication skills, and the capability to build positive relationships across teams.

When does the application process close?

Applications for this role close at midnight on 20th August 2024.

How should I submit my application?

Applications should be submitted through the FCA Careers Portal, including your CV and an answer to the specified question about managing or delivering complex legal work. The CV should be a maximum of 3 A4 pages, and each answer must be a maximum of 300 words.

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Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)

We aim to make markets work well – for individuals, for business, large and small, and for the economy as a whole.

Finance
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2013
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is the regulatory body for the financial services industry in the United Kingdom. Its primary responsibility is to ensure the stability and integrity of the financial markets and to protect consumers. The FCA regulates various financial institutions, including banks, insurance companies, investment firms, and mortgage providers, to ensure that they comply with relevant laws and regulations. The ultimate mission of the FCA is to promote effective competition and fair practices in the financial industry while safeguarding consumers' interests. Their purpose is to maintain the trust and confidence of the public in the financial system by overseeing and enforcing rules that promote transparency, accountability, and fair treatment of consumers. The FCA also provides educational resources and guidance to help consumers make informed financial decisions and protect themselves from potential risks and scams.