Head Of Department, Technology, Resilience & Cyber

Financial Conduct Authority

London, United Kingdom
Base: £140,000 to £175,000 in london; base: £126,0...
Hybrid
Significant experience managing key stakeholders
In-depth experience in technology regulation
Experience leading teams to deliver complex work
The role involves leading a department responsible for protecting consumers and markets from operational disruption and cyber-attacks within the UK financial system

Job Summary

  • The role involves leading a department responsible for protecting consumers and markets from operational disruption and cyber-attacks within the UK financial system.
  • Candidates will chair crisis coordination meetings with high-level government bodies including HMT, PRA, and NCSC as part of the UK's Sector Response Framework.
  • The position offers a competitive benefits package including up to 12% pension contributions, private healthcare, and life assurance.

Matching Summary

The role involves leading a department responsible for protecting consumers and markets from operational disruption and cyber-attacks within the UK financial system.

Salary

Base: £140,000 to £175,000 in London; Base: £126,000 to £157,500 nationally; Benefits: Up to 12% pension contribution; Private healthcare; Life assurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Significant experience managing key stakeholders
  • In-depth experience in technology regulation
  • Experience leading teams to deliver complex work
  • Strong communication skills for non-technical audiences
  • Ability to make challenging risk-based decisions

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with artificial intelligence and quantum computing
  • Open and flexible management style
  • Commitment to building diverse talent
  • Desire to support others' learning in emerging tech

Key Requirements

  • Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance required
  • Minimum significant experience in technology regulation or operational resilience
  • Proven track record of developing and communicating new policies

Work Rights

Must obtain Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance

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