About the Role
The Cryptoassets and Technology Policy Team leads the development of the FCA’s policy solutions on cryptoassets. As digital technology and cryptoassets market develop and evolve, regulators need to innovate and adapt our regulatory framework to deal with new and evolving opportunities and risks. We are designing a more comprehensive regulatory framework for cryptoassets to help shape the future of this diverse, fast-paced and ever-changing sector. You will be a key member of the team, shaping creative and evidence-based policy solutions that benefit consumers, markets and competition.
Responsibilities
- Own key cryptoasset policy issues by taking the lead in shaping proposals, reviewing information and collaborating with teams across the FCA.
- Drive impactful change by drafting public consultations on FCA rules and guidance, ensuring priorities influence industry and regulatory developments.
- Engage with stakeholders by building strong relationships with government, other regulators and industry participants to help shape the future of cryptoasset and related technology policy.
- Provide insight by delivering advice and briefings on cryptoasset and related technology policy issues to colleagues and senior management, shaping strategic outcomes.
- Grow expertise on cryptoasset and related technology regulations that affect every aspect of consumer and business financial lives.
- Play a key role in a major regulatory change project, supporting the team and contributing to innovative solutions in an evolving policy landscape.
Requirements
- Prior experience of policy analysis and development.
- Prior experience presenting key issues clearly and succinctly both orally and in writing with public and private sector audience.
- Prior experience of building and managing relationships with stakeholders.
- Experience of analysing information and contributing to the development of policy.
- Evidence of problem solving and organisational skills, with the ability to manage a variety of competing priorities and issues.
- Good stakeholder management, with the ability to build a network across and beyond the organisation.
- Willingness to learn and develop, taking on new responsibilities and adopting a flexible and pragmatic approach to work.
Location
- Edinburgh
- Leeds
- London
Work Type
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Senior Associate – Regulatory
Salary/Compensations
- National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from £53,800 to £62,733
- London £59,200 to £69,000
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Non-contributory pension (8–12% depending on age) and life assurance at eight times your salary
- Private healthcare with Bupa, income protection and 24/7 Employee Assistance
- 35 hours of paid volunteering annually
- A flexible benefits scheme designed around your lifestyle
About the Company
- We regulate financial services firms in the UK, to keep financial markets fair, thriving and effective.
- By joining us, you’ll play a key part in protecting consumers, driving economic growth and shaping the future of financial services in the UK.
- SPC oversees firms and individuals (supervision), creates and reviews the rules by which they operate (policy) and identifies and remedies ineffective competition in markets (competition).
- The Cryptoassets and Technology Policy Team leads the development of the FCA’s policy solutions on cryptoassets.
- As digital technology and cryptoassets market develop and evolve, regulators need to innovate and adapt our regulatory framework to deal with new and evolving opportunities and risks.
- We are designing a more comprehensive regulatory framework for cryptoassets to help shape the future of this diverse, fast-paced and ever-changing sector.
- Cryptoassets and associated activities are due to be phased into the FCA’s perimeter.
- Our work includes the development, consultation and implementation of cryptoasset policy for retail consumers.
Equal Opportunity
- We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture: one that’s free from discrimination and bias, celebrates difference and supports colleagues to deliver at their best.
- We believe that our differences and similarities enable us to be a better organisation – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better regulation.
- If you require any adjustments due to a disability or condition, your recruiter is here to help - reach out for tailored support.
- We welcome diverse working styles and aim to find flexible solutions that suit both the role and individual needs, including options like part-time and job sharing where applicable.
- We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and therefore, people or individuals with disabilities and long-term conditions who best meet the minimum criteria for a role will go through to the next stage of the recruitment process.
