Lead Handbook and Fees Policy Associate - London, United Kingdom - Financial Conduct Authority

Financial Conduct Authority
Financial Conduct Authority
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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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The Role


We have a new opportunity for a motivated and talented individual to take on a Lead Associate role in the Handbook and Fees Policy Team in the Cross-Cutting Policy Department.


About the team:
The FCA's Handbook and Fees Policy Team is responsible for the FCA Handbook of rules and guidance, including:
editorial oversight of the Handbook- maintaining the monthly Board and Consultation production cycles- delivering the Handbook-related work linked to the Future Regulatory Framework review, which will see the transfer of responsibility of certain firm-facing requirements to our rulebook- leading on a high-profile project to review the design of the Handbook, drawing on the latest technology to make it more accessible, navigable and clear for its users- working with business areas to maintain and update the Fees Manual, and delivering the annual cycle of fees consultation in time for the FCA to start cost recovery from July each year- driving critical policy initiatives that arise from time-to-time


This high-impact work ensures that UK financial services markets have clear rules and guidance setting out our expectations to over 60,000 firms regulated by the FCA and the key individuals that run them.

This work also ensures that we provide a Handbook that is fit for purpose as we move into a new and uncertain environment.

The team works closely with others across all policy areas at the FCA, our General Counsel's Division (GCD), and Editorial & Digital in our Comms Department.


About the department:
What does the role involve? What are the key responsibilities?


Working closely with the Manager, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the team delivers on its priorities and engages effectively with stakeholders.

You will take the lead on the maintenance of the Handbook and the delivery of policy projects. Finally, you will also have responsibility for overseeing the work of the wider team.


The role of a Lead Associate is a dynamic one, which calls for a flexible and proactive approach across the team.


The key responsibilities will be:
- leading the delivery of Handbook changes and policy projects, bringing to bear analytical, communication, strategic, people and project management skills- working with and line managing colleagues, helping to motivate, set direction and pushing forward high-quality performance- working independently to spot emerging issues and make informed judgements to resolve them, and supporting team members to work effectively, overcome obstacles and deliver pragmatic solutions- supporting the Manager in overseeing the activity of team - for example, allocating tasks, supporting more junior colleagues, and tracking deliverables against plan- supporting in the delivery of a new Handbook website- influencing and developing the team and department's strategy, helping to define priority outcomes and measures of success- leading the team's relationships with its key external stakeholders- developing excellent working relationships with stakeholders across the FCA including Policy, the General Council's Division and Supervision


This is an excellent opportunity to take a leading role in shaping the future of the FCA Handbook and gain a unique view of the rules and guidance of the Financial Services industry.


More specifically, you will enjoy the opportunity to:

  • drive real improvements for consumers and shape the workings of the financial sector through the rules and guidance governing the industry
  • lead on a varied portfolio of work, contributing to work on high-profile issues
  • work across the FCA, including with colleagues in Policy, GCD and Supervision, and with external stakeholders
  • gain experience of leading team members and projects


As an Academy business, we place great value on learning and at the FCA you will receive the training and support you need to assist you in achieving your career aspirations.

Skills/Experience Required

Minimum- Proven policy or strategy projects experience, including leading and coordinating key projects with management of complex strategic issues or large programmes of work to demanding timescales and in complex stakeholder environments- Proven experience of building rapport and constructive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels- Proven people management experience

Essential- Ability to cut through complexity and see the big picture, to form sound judgements and challenge appropriately in order to shape and drive forward thinking- Ability to make a strong personal impact, in person and in writing, persuading others with well-reasoned arguments, and challenging where appropriate- A self-starter with the ability to get up to speed on new issues quickly and work independently to deliver key initiatives with limited oversight- Ability to work effectively as part of a team to achieve shared goals and to support and assist others- Strong time-management skills, with proven experience of delivering mult
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