Head Of Department, Resolution & Insolvency

Financial Conduct Authority

London, United Kingdom
London: £135,000 - £170,000; national: £121,500 - ...
Hybrid
Leading and inspiring department
Managing and responding to firm failures
Thought leadership in resolution strategies
The FCA is on an exciting journey to become a more forward-thinking, proactive regulator, using data more effectively and pursuing significant improvements in digital enablement and business intelligence

Job Summary

  • The FCA is on an exciting journey to become a more forward-thinking, proactive regulator, using data more effectively and pursuing significant improvements in digital enablement and business intelligence.
  • The Head of Department, Resolution & Insolvency will lead and inspire a dedicated department that manages and responds to firm failures, ensuring FCA objectives are met and harm from disorderly failure is minimised.
  • The role offers exposure to strategic issues and key players in the world of finance, both nationally and internationally, with a competitive benefits scheme including 30 days holiday, private healthcare, and a non-contributory pension.

Matching Summary

The FCA is on an exciting journey to become a more forward-thinking, proactive regulator, using data more effectively and pursuing significant improvements in digital enablement and business intelligence.

Salary

London: £135,000 - £170,000; National: £121,500 - £153,000; Benefits: Core benefits plus personalized package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Leading and inspiring department
  • Managing and responding to firm failures
  • Thought leadership in resolution strategies
  • Cross-FCA critical workstreams
  • Leading key stakeholder relationships
  • Managing and influencing key stakeholders
  • Leading teams through complex situations

Nice-to-have

  • Proactive regulator
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Digital enablement maturity
  • Inclusive leadership style
  • Flexible working arrangements

Key Requirements

  • Significant experience managing stakeholders
  • In-depth experience in insolvency, restructuring, resolution
  • Significant experience leading teams
  • Strong communication skills
  • Exceptionally strong judgement
  • Experience dealing with contentious issues
  • Ability to get up to speed quickly
  • Role modelling strong leadership behaviours
  • Ability to inclusively lead diverse groups

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