Senior Capital Markets Policy Advisor

Financial Conduct Authority

Senior policy advisor shaping UK capital-markets regulation at the Financial Conduct Authority. Developing evidence-based policy for wholesale markets, primary markets and capital-raising activities.

Posted 8/11/2026full-timeLondon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomSenior💰 £59,200 - £70,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and delivering policy initiatives within UK wholesale financial markets, with strong analytical skills for reviewing complex data and formulating evidence-based regulatory solutions. Proven ability to build relationships with senior leaders and regulatory partners while effectively managing project timelines and competing demands.

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Policy DevelopmentUK PolicymakingAnalytical SkillsProject PlanningRelationship Management

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Hard Skills

Policy InitiativesLegislative ProcessesData AnalysisRegulatory SolutionsWriting Skills

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationCollaborationOrganizational Skills

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesWholesale MarketsRegulatory PartnersMarket OversightCompetition

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and shape policy initiatives supporting innovation and efficiency across UK wholesale markets
Partner with colleagues and stakeholders to develop, communicate and consult on policy proposals
Gain exposure to senior leaders and build productive relationships across the financial services sector
Collaborate across the FCA with Legal, Supervision, Market Oversight, Competition and Economics teams
Build trusted relationships with key UK and international regulatory partners
Guide decisions, shape policy thinking and support positive change across financial markets
Develop deep knowledge in primary markets and contribute to long-term career growth
Review complex market information and data, identify key themes, draw evidence-based conclusions and develop policy solutions
Coordinate workstreams and deliver against agreed objectives and timelines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Prior experience developing and delivering policy
Clear understanding of UK policymaking and legislative processes and their practical application
Prior policymaking experience within wholesale financial markets
Ability to analyse complex issues and contribute to effective regulatory solutions
Well-developed analytical skills for reviewing complex information and data, identifying key themes, drawing evidence-based conclusions and developing policy solutions
Ability to prioritise competing demands, manage risks and deliver high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment
Clear verbal communication skills and confidence presenting complex issues to varied audiences
Highly developed writing and drafting skills for preparing clear, concise and effective policy materials
Ability to build and maintain relationships with senior leaders, regulatory partners and colleagues
Effective project planning and organisational skills, including coordinating workstreams and meeting objectives and timelines
Collaborative and inclusive approach
Applications must be submitted through the online portal; applications sent via social media or email will not be accepted

Benefits

Comp & perks

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Hybrid model where employees work a minimum of 40% in the office each month, changing from September to a minimum of 50% in the office each month
Non-contributory pension (8–12% depending on age)
Life assurance at eight times your salary
Private healthcare with Bupa
Income protection
24/7 Employee Assistance
35 hours of paid volunteering annually
Flexible benefits scheme designed around your lifestyle
Flexible solutions including options like part-time and job sharing where applicable
Disability Confident Employer hiring approach