Scaling and Growth Senior Associate Division: Data, Technology and Innovation / Department: Innovation
Salary: National (Edinburgh and Leeds) £53,800–£67,200 per annum; London £59,200–£73,800 per annum (based on skills and experience).
About the FCA and team We regulate financial services firms in the UK to keep markets fair, thriving and effective. By joining us you’ll play a key part in protecting consumers, driving economic growth and shaping the future of UK financial services.
The Data, Technology and Innovation (DTI) division enables the FCA to be a digital‑first, data‑led smart regulator by delivering a secure, agile, and cost‑effective technology and data ecosystem that drives better decisions, transparency and operational efficiency.
The Innovation department, within DTI, works to support the FCA in being an innovative regulator by leading and empowering innovation to drive beneficial and sustainable growth and change.
The Scale‑up Unit is a new initiative that supports high‑growth and rapidly scaling firms.
Role responsibilities Manage a portfolio of 5–8 scale‑up firms, including initial strategic assessment, ongoing relationship management, service delivery and contribution to public engagement strategy.
Operate professionally to design and deliver tailored support plans, addressing complex challenges with judgement and considered decision‑making.
Liaise across the organisation to coordinate specialist input from relevant FCA teams and secure support.
Build, maintain and manage positive relationships with key stakeholders and cohort firms.
Develop high‑quality communications and engagement materials, including case studies and reports, managing end‑to‑end delivery.
Contribute to the engagement programme, representing the Unit as an effective ambassador at conferences, roundtables and public events.
Collaborate across Innovation, Supervision, Policy and Authorisations, engaging with a broad stakeholder group and building a network with FCA senior leadership and fintech decision‑makers.
Contribute to important, experimental initiatives aligned with the FCA’s growth agenda, delivering tangible outcomes in fintech sector development and supporting the UK fintech ecosystem by helping ensure a competitive environment for firms to start and scale, generating value for the wider economy.
Skills required Minimum: Knowledge of regulatory processes and financial services regulation across firm casework, including work within supervisory or regulated firm environments.
Demonstrated capability to manage firm casework and stakeholder relationships, communicating clearly with a range of audiences and navigating challenging interactions.
Demonstrable solid organisational capability by prioritising competing demands and managing workload to meet deadlines and deliver outcomes.
Essential: Ability to work on your own, applying sound judgement and escalating issues appropriately.
Understanding of the FCA’s supervisory approach with ability to consider how we use our tools and powers to deliver our work.
Experience of analysing complex information and making sound, evidence‑based judgements that balance risk and opportunity.
Demonstrate curiosity and continuous improvement, contributing to team effectiveness and ability to deliver novel and innovative approaches.
Willingness to learn and develop, taking on new responsibilities and adopting a flexible and pragmatic approach to your work.
Benefits 25 days annual leave plus
Salary: National (Edinburgh and Leeds) £53,800–£67,200 per annum; London £59,200–£73,800 per annum (based on skills and experience).
About the FCA and team We regulate financial services firms in the UK to keep markets fair, thriving and effective. By joining us you’ll play a key part in protecting consumers, driving economic growth and shaping the future of UK financial services.
The Data, Technology and Innovation (DTI) division enables the FCA to be a digital‑first, data‑led smart regulator by delivering a secure, agile, and cost‑effective technology and data ecosystem that drives better decisions, transparency and operational efficiency.
The Innovation department, within DTI, works to support the FCA in being an innovative regulator by leading and empowering innovation to drive beneficial and sustainable growth and change.
The Scale‑up Unit is a new initiative that supports high‑growth and rapidly scaling firms.
Role responsibilities Manage a portfolio of 5–8 scale‑up firms, including initial strategic assessment, ongoing relationship management, service delivery and contribution to public engagement strategy.
Operate professionally to design and deliver tailored support plans, addressing complex challenges with judgement and considered decision‑making.
Liaise across the organisation to coordinate specialist input from relevant FCA teams and secure support.
Build, maintain and manage positive relationships with key stakeholders and cohort firms.
Develop high‑quality communications and engagement materials, including case studies and reports, managing end‑to‑end delivery.
Contribute to the engagement programme, representing the Unit as an effective ambassador at conferences, roundtables and public events.
Collaborate across Innovation, Supervision, Policy and Authorisations, engaging with a broad stakeholder group and building a network with FCA senior leadership and fintech decision‑makers.
Contribute to important, experimental initiatives aligned with the FCA’s growth agenda, delivering tangible outcomes in fintech sector development and supporting the UK fintech ecosystem by helping ensure a competitive environment for firms to start and scale, generating value for the wider economy.
Skills required Minimum: Knowledge of regulatory processes and financial services regulation across firm casework, including work within supervisory or regulated firm environments.
Demonstrated capability to manage firm casework and stakeholder relationships, communicating clearly with a range of audiences and navigating challenging interactions.
Demonstrable solid organisational capability by prioritising competing demands and managing workload to meet deadlines and deliver outcomes.
Essential: Ability to work on your own, applying sound judgement and escalating issues appropriately.
Understanding of the FCA’s supervisory approach with ability to consider how we use our tools and powers to deliver our work.
Experience of analysing complex information and making sound, evidence‑based judgements that balance risk and opportunity.
Demonstrate curiosity and continuous improvement, contributing to team effectiveness and ability to deliver novel and innovative approaches.
Willingness to learn and develop, taking on new responsibilities and adopting a flexible and pragmatic approach to your work.
Benefits 25 days annual leave plus
