Senior Regulatory lawyer

Financial Conduct Authority

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Edinburgh/leeds: £60,900 - £81,000; london: £66,90...
Hybrid
Qualified solicitor or barrister required
Minimum 3 years pqe in legal practice
Strong analytical skills for regulatory issues
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 position offers the opportunity to be fully involved in policy development, including drafting rules and guidance in the FCA Handbook.
  • Employees benefit from a hybrid working model, non-contributory pension, private healthcare, 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: £60,900 - £81,000; London: £66,900 - £89,000; Benefits: 25 days leave plus bank holidays; Pension: 8-12%

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Qualified solicitor or barrister required
  • Minimum 3 years PQE in legal practice
  • Strong analytical skills for regulatory issues

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in financial services law context
  • Ability to work across multiple teams
  • Constructive questioning and relationship building

Key Requirements

  • Qualified lawyer (solicitor, barrister, or Chartered Legal Executive)
  • At least 3 years' post-qualification experience
  • Legal background in financial services or public law

Work Rights

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