About the FCA

At the FCA, we are creating a fair and more resilient financial system. We are establishing more transparent relationships between financial services and customers, building trust in financial markets, and protecting vulnerable consumers.

We are currently on an exciting journey as we drive forward significant organisational change. This encompasses transforming our people, processes, and technology to become a more, proactive regulator. We will use data more effectively to drive better regulatory decisions and build greater cohesion across our broad financial services remit. Significant improvements in digital enablement, business intelligence, market data and information management maturity are all being pursued to maintain our position as a world leader in financial services regulation.

The Role

This is a new role within the Enforcement and Market Oversight Division and part of the Strategy, Policy and Intelligence (SPI) Directorate. The successful candidate will lead a range of business activities and embed the changes coming from the FCA Transformation agenda. They will seek to identify more efficient ways of working, managing information and enhancing central functions in collaboration with HR and finance partners. The broader remit will require the postholder to understand a diverse range of business activity, including risk management, business-planning, crisis management and financial issues across the division. A strong knowledge of technical delivery within cyber forensics and digital systems is core to the role.

A key objective for 2023/24 is to complete the establishment of the Central Digital Review Units (North and South). The role also oversees the delivery of Cyber Forensics, digital disclosure and works with software suppliers to ensure the delivery of FCA operational requirements. The role will require previous experience of having delivered broader Cyber services that support investigations. The applicant will need to demonstrate a good understanding of investigative procedures and disclosure. Associated professional accreditation would be an advantage.

The role will support the Director in developing the strategic direction of SPI, delivery of business as usual, including project delivery and embedding other transformation priorities. Other key business includes the generation of management information, oversight of Freedom of Information requests and development of knowledge and learning systems.

Critically, it will include developing strong strategic and operational partnerships, internally and externally, to enhance effective business delivery across the enforcement division and wider FCA. The postholder will lead and maintain relationships with external partners across law enforcement, other regulators, and the public sector, representing the FCA and promoting our priorities.

Key responsibilities:

• Delivering Cyber forensics in support of investigations, ensuring appropriate accreditation and maintenance of key standards.

• Be responsible for the delivery of management information and business support roles for SPI and EMO (Enforcement & Market Oversight).

• Finalise delivery of the Digital Review teams, including proof of concept work, digital upgrade, and innovation. Ensuring value for money on investment.

• Work with key stakeholders and Transformation Project Management to create the necessary systems that promote integration and enable a more proactive identification of harm.

• Establish data-led business systems and embed a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

• Developing and delivering a long-term business plan for the department that supports FCA strategic commitments and leads on performance.

• Utilising skills such as coaching, influencing and negotiating to engage a range of internal and external stakeholders.

• Building a strong and inclusive department that attracts and develops diverse talent.

• As a key member of the leadership team, support the Director in the governance and delivery of SPI business, including engagement/ representation across the FCA at Executive and Board level. Identify and engage with appropriate networks internally and externally. Deputize on behalf of Director as required.

What will the candidate get from the role?

• Joining the Senior Leadership Team at the FCA offers an exciting opportunity to shape financial services and its regulation.

• Leading a directorate of talented and committed people through significant projects whilst also delivering on business-as-usual objectives.

• Exposure to strategic issues and key players in the world of finance, both nationally and internationally.

Skills/Experience required

The FCA are a signatory to the Government’s Disability Confident scheme. This means that the FCA guarantees an interview to any disabled candidates entering under the scheme, should they meet the minimum criteria for a role. A minimum criterion needs to be measurable from reviewing a candidate’s CV.

Minimum

• Significant experience of managing and influencing key stakeholders, including senior decision makers internally and externally.

• In-depth experience and a strong working knowledge in Cyber Forensics, digital and online processes are essential.

• Demonstrates experience in crisis management and ability to respond to critical situations.

• Experience in delivering key projects.

• Experience in leading the work of a large team and managing staff (including managing workstreams through others effectively, resolving conflict, developing individuals to deliver at their best and motivating team members to achieve high standards through empowerment and trust).

Essential

• Experience of role modelling strong leadership behaviours in line with organisational values.

• The ability to inclusively lead a group of talented individuals with a wide variety of professional expertise, experience, and backgrounds.

• An open and flexible management style with the ability to communicate effectively to a wide-ranging and diverse audience.

Desirable

• An understanding of using data to improve business efficiency and effectiveness.

• While formal qualifications are not necessary, they be a benefit to the role.

The FCA’s Values & Diversity

Our ambition is to create a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects the society we serve, helping us to be a better regulator. We serve the public and our decisions directly affect the wellbeing of people, businesses and the UK economy. So, our values matter. They represent the culture we aspire to every day, guiding our judgements, building trust, and helping us to be ‘At our best’.

We particularly welcome applications from women, disabled, and minority ethnic candidates, as under-represented groups.

As an inclusive employer, we are open to considering flexible working arrangements, including job shares. Please inform your recruiter if you wish to apply for this role on a flexible basis.

Useful information

• The closing date for this role is 23.55 on Monday 23rd October

• Selection will be via a two-stage interview and psychometric assessment .

• This role will be London/Edinburgh/Leeds

• The salary range is £120k-£160k + benefits and up to 12% non-contributory pension

• If successful, you will be required to obtain and retain SC Clearance.

• We operate a hybrid working policy with an expectation all colleagues are in the office a minimum of 40% of their time. We expect senior leaders to spend a minimum of 50% of their working time each month in the office.

To Apply

The recruitment process is being undertaken by Odgers Berndtson on behalf of the FCA. To apply please click on the below link:

https://www.odgers.com/en-gb/opportunities#AssignDetail.aspx?guid=90053

If you have any questions or would like to speak to someone, please contact Daniel Glyn-Jones - Daniel.Glyn-Jones@odgersberndtson.com

Conflicts of interest

All applicants to the FCA are required to demonstrate that they do not have other interests likely to conflict with their responsibilities as an employee of the FCA. You should declare any potential conflict of interest as early as possible in the selection process (via the named recruitment contact), and also disclose information or personal connections that, if appointed, might be open to misperception.

Any potential conflicts of interest will not prevent candidates going forward to interview but may, if appropriate, be explored during the interview to establish how the candidate would address the issue(s) should they be successful in their application.

For more information on conflicts please visit:

https://www.fca.org.uk/publication/corporate/conflict-of-interests.pdf