Lead Regulatory lawyer

Financial Conduct Authority

London, United Kingdom
London ranging from £76,600 to £102,000 py; nation...
On-site
Advising on regulatory requirements
Drafting rules and guidance
Managing complex legal projects
The Legal Division provides advice and legal services across the full breadth of FCA activity, including regulatory, policy, enforcement and operational work

Job Summary

  • The Legal Division provides advice and legal services across the full breadth of FCA activity, including regulatory, policy, enforcement and operational work.
  • The role involves advising on the application and effect of regulatory requirements and powers to ensure firms comply with all applicable rules, legislation and law.
  • Benefits include 25 days annual leave, a non-contributory pension, private healthcare, and 35 hours of paid volunteering annually.

Matching Summary

The Legal Division provides advice and legal services across the full breadth of FCA activity, including regulatory, policy, enforcement and operational work.

Salary

London ranging from £76,600 to £102,000 per annum; National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from £69,700 to £92,000 per annum

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Advising on regulatory requirements
  • Drafting rules and guidance
  • Managing complex legal projects
  • Interacting with stakeholders

Nice-to-have

  • Creative and pragmatic solutions
  • Technical leadership
  • Developing colleagues

Key Requirements

  • Qualified lawyer with at least 7 years' PQE
  • Solid analytical skills
  • Ability to learn new legal issues quickly
  • Ability to create solutions and deliver pragmatic advice
  • Ability to manage complex projects
  • Good judgment in assessing legal risk
  • Good communication and relationship-building skills
  • Experience in financial services or public law context

Work Rights

Not specified

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