At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead global regulatory strategy for payments and digital assets in a fast-paced fintech environment.
- Company: Join a high-growth fintech shaping the future of financial services.
- Benefits: Executive salary, performance bonus, equity, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Opportunity to work closely with executive leadership and drive strategic initiatives.
- Why this job: Influence the future of institutional payments and engage with global regulators.
- Qualifications: Experience in financial services regulation and strong stakeholder management skills.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 £ per year.
Help shape the future of institutional payments and digital assets.
We're partnering with a high-growth, international fintech to appoint a Global Head of Regulatory Strategy at a pivotal stage in the company's expansion.
Operating at the forefront of institutional payments, digital assets and financial infrastructure, the business is scaling rapidly across multiple jurisdictions and continues to invest heavily in its regulatory capability as it expands into new markets.
This is a rare opportunity to join the senior leadership team and play a defining role in shaping the firm's regulatory strategy, engaging directly with global regulators and influencing the future direction of a business operating at the cutting edge of financial services.
The Opportunity As Director of Regulatory Strategy, you'll be responsible for developing and executing the firm's global regulatory strategy, ensuring the business remains ahead of an evolving regulatory landscape while enabling sustainable commercial growth.
You'll work closely with Executive Leadership, Legal, Compliance, Product, Risk and Government Affairs, acting as the bridge between commercial innovation and regulatory expectations.
This role combines strategic thinking, regulatory expertise and executive stakeholder management in a fast-paced, international environment.
Key Responsibilities Lead the firm's global regulatory strategy across payments and digital assets.
Develop regulatory engagement strategies with UK and international regulators.
Horizon scan emerging regulation and assess its commercial and operational impact.
Advise the Executive Committee and Board on regulatory developments and strategic implications.
Support regulatory licensing, authorisation and market expansion initiatives.
Build trusted relationships with regulators, industry bodies and external stakeholders.
Partner with Product, Legal, Risk and Compliance teams to ensure new products are designed with regulatory expectations in mind.
Represent the business at industry forums, regulatory consultations and external events.
Drive thought leadership on the future of payments, digital assets and financial regulation.
Support the ongoing development of governance frameworks and regulatory operating models.
About You You’ll be a recognised regulatory leader with experience navigating complex regulatory environments and influencing senior stakeholders.
You’ll likely bring: Significant experience within financial services regulation, public policy or regulatory strategy.
Strong understanding of UK and international payments regulation.
Exposure to digital assets, crypto, stablecoins, blockchain or broader financial market infrastructure.
Experience engaging directly with regulators such as the FCA, Bank of England, PRA or international regulatory authorities.
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to balance innovation and regulatory expectations.
Outstanding stakeholder management and executive communication skills.
Experience leading cross-functional strategic initiatives within a regulated business.
What's On Offer Executive-level salary package Performance bonus Equity participation Private healthcare and comprehensive benefits Opportunity to influence the strategic direction of a rapidly scaling global fintech Direct exposure to executive leadership and Board-level decision making The chance to shape the future of institutional payments and digital assets #J-18808-Ljbffr
Global Head of Regulatory Strategy employer: fs talent
As a leading financial services organisation based in London, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. Our hybrid work model offers flexibility, while our commitment to compliance and innovation ensures that you will be at the forefront of the FinTech industry, making a meaningful impact in a rapidly evolving market.
