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Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)

26d ago

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Legal
  • London

Requirements

  • Applicants must be a qualified lawyer (solicitor, barrister or Chartered Legal Executive) or foreign qualified, who is newly qualified to 3 years’ PQE
  • Direct experience of in house, public sector or private practice
  • Strong analytical skills and the ability to deliver good and clear analysis of issues
  • Ability to learn about new or novel legal issues quickly and with enthusiasm, with the necessary oversight and support of colleagues
  • Ability to create solutions and deliver pragmatic outcome-focused judgments
  • Ability to advise in a confident and reasoned manner, and to challenge appropriately
  • Ability to build and sustain positive relationships and good communication skills

Responsibilities

  • The development of the UK’s regulatory regime for cryptoassets
  • The development and implementation of the new regulatory regime for critical third parties
  • The FCA’s disclosure requirements relating to ESG matters, including the new sustainable disclosures regime
  • Advising on the regulatory perimeter
  • Providing legal support in respect of the supervision of wholesale firms supervised by the FCA, including investment banks, wholesale intermediaries, asset managers, benchmark administrators and commodity firms
  • Advising FCA Policy and Supervision on the senior managers and certification regime
  • The development of PISCES (Private Intermittent Securities and Capital Exchange Service)
  • Supporting the launch of the Digital Securities Sandbox
  • Smarter Regulatory Framework (SRF) securitisation work
  • Providing legal support for improving transparency for bonds and derivatives markets, and for the reform of the commodity derivatives regime
  • Advising on crypto asset trading platforms, as part of the development of the UK’s regulatory regime for cryptoassets

FAQs

What is the salary range for the Lawyer position?

The salary ranges nationally from £47,200 to £70,800, and in London from £49,100 to £73,600.

What are the key responsibilities in the Wholesale & Perimeter role?

Key responsibilities include developing the UK's regulatory regime for cryptoassets, implementing the regulatory regime for critical third parties, advising on ESG disclosure requirements, and providing legal support for wholesale firm supervision.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

Applicants must have between newly qualified to 3 years’ PQE as a qualified lawyer.

What core benefits do employees receive?

Employees receive 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 the basic salary, and income protection.

What type of candidates is the FCA particularly looking to attract?

The FCA particularly welcomes applications from women, disabled, and minority ethnic candidates.

What does the FCA do?

The FCA regulates the conduct of nearly 45,000 firms in the UK to ensure financial markets are honest, fair, and competitive.

How does the FCA support a diverse and inclusive culture?

The FCA aims to cultivate a culture of inclusion that respects individual strengths and experiences, believing that diversity leads to better decision-making and innovation.

Can applicants express preferences for office locations?

Yes, applicants can select their preferred office location, which includes Edinburgh, Leeds, or London.

What does the interview process entail for this role?

The assessment process includes an initial screening call, followed by a technical case study and a competency-based interview if successful.

Is there support for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process?

Yes, the FCA is committed to providing a wide range of reasonable adjustments to ensure the recruitment process is comfortable and accessible for all applicants.

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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.