Lead Regulatory lawyer

FCA

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh/leeds: £69,700 - £92,000; london: £76,60...
Hybrid
Qualified solicitor or barrister with 7+ years pqe
Experience in financial services regulatory law
Ability to manage complex legal projects independently
This role involves advising on the application of regulatory requirements to ensure firms comply with all applicable rules and legislation

Job Summary

  • This role involves advising on the application of regulatory requirements to ensure firms comply with all applicable rules and legislation.
  • The successful candidate will be fully involved in the FCA's policy development, including drafting rules and guidance in the FCA Handbook.
  • Benefits include a non-contributory pension ranging from 8-12% depending on age, private healthcare with Bupa, and 35 hours of paid volunteering annually.

Matching Summary

This role involves advising on the application of regulatory requirements to ensure firms comply with all applicable rules and legislation.

Salary

Edinburgh/Leeds: £69,700 - £92,000; London: £76,600 - £102,000; Benefits: Non-contributory pension 8-12%; Private healthcare; 35 hours volunteering

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Qualified solicitor or barrister with 7+ years PQE
  • Experience in financial services regulatory law
  • Ability to manage complex legal projects independently

Nice-to-have

  • Strong analytical skills for novel legal issues
  • Experience drafting rules and guidance
  • Stakeholder relationship building capabilities

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 7 years PQE in house, public sector, or private practice
  • Must be a qualified lawyer (solicitor, barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive)
  • Work authorization status not specified

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