Lead, coach and inspire a high-performing team, creating an inclusive and supportive environment where people can grow and thrive
Deliver a varied portfolio of proactive and reactive supervision work, supporting the investment sector
Identify emerging risks and opportunities early, shaping effective strategies that protect consumers and support market confidence
Build good relationships with firms and stakeholders through regular engagement, collaboration and clear communication
Use data, insight and sound judgment to support innovative and proportionate regulatory interventions that improve outcomes for millions of consumers across the UK
Work closely with colleagues across the FCA to deliver practical, joined-up solutions to complex challenges
Engage with senior leaders and external partners, contributing to high-profile regulatory initiatives and sector-wide change
Play a key role in the department's leadership team, helping to shape a positive, empowering and purpose-driven culture
Skills required
Minimum:
Prior experience of project managing workstreams, line managing colleagues and overseeing the delivery of high-quality outcomes within a collaborative environment
Demonstrable experience within firm supervision, regulation, or the wider financial services sector, with the ability to manage complex work and build strong stakeholder relationships
Essential:
Highly organised and proactive, with the ability to manage competing priorities, adjust to changing priorities and deliver promptly
Effective stakeholder management and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to engage effectively across a wide range of internal and external partners
Ability to assess complex information, apply sound judgment and develop effective supervisory strategies in a fast-paced environment
Skilled at managing tasks, adjusting communication styles and responding flexibly to evolving challenges and business needs
Motivated to learn, take on new responsibilities and continuously develop knowledge and expertise
Demonstrated ability to lead and support teams, develop talent and create an inclusive environment where colleagues can perform at their best
Benefits
28 days annual leave plus bank holidaysHybrid model where employees work a minimum of 40% in the office each month (expectation of 50% for senior leaders). Changing from September to a minimum of 50% in the office each month (expectation of 60% for Directors and Executive Directors)Non-contributory pension (8-12% depending on age) and life assurance at eight times your salaryPrivate healthcare with Bupa, income protection and 24/7 Employee Assistance35 hours of paid volunteering annuallyA flexible benefits scheme designed around your lifestyleFor a full list of our benefits and our recruitment process as a whole visit our benefits page .Our values and cultureOur colleagues are the key to our success as a regulator. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture: one that's free from discrimination and bias, celebrates difference and supports colleagues to deliver at their best. We believe that our differences and similarHealth insuranceVision insuranceFlexible schedule
Additional Information
Job Title: Peer to Peer and Crowdfunding Portfolios Manager
Division: Supervision, Policy & Competition (SPC)
Department: Consumer Investments (CI)
Salary: National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from £74,900 to £92,000 and London £82,300 to £100,000 (salary offered will be based on skills and experience)
This role is graded as: Manager - Regulatory
Your external recruitment contact is Steve Christopher via steve.christopher@fca.org.uk .
Your internal recruitment contact is Katherine Whipps via katie.ayling@fca.org.uk .
Applications must be submitted through our online portal. Applications sent via social media or email will not be accepted.
About the FCA and team
We regulate financial services firms in the UK, to keep financial 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 finance services.
SPC oversees firms and individuals (supervision), creates and reviews the rules by which they operate (policy) and identifies and remedies ineffective competition in markets (competition). The Retail Investment Platforms and Proactive Department within the Consumer Investments Directorate (CI) oversees supervision and proactive engagement across 6,000 firms. The team is focused on building the UK's investment culture, building trust in the sector, securing positive consumer outcomes and addressing financial crime in a collaborative and forward-looking environment.
We are seeking a Manager to oversee Peer-to-Peer (P2P) and Crowdfunding firms that provide alternative finance for businesses and projects. The role supports a regulatory approach that encourages innovation while promoting strong consumer protections and enabling more efficient capital raising opportunities in the UK.
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