Payments Supervision Specialist

Payments Supervision SpecialistDivision: Supervision Policy and CompetitionDepartment: Market Interventions Payments and Digital AssetsSalary: National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from 72100 to 87100 and London from 79300 to 95800 (salary offered will be based on skills and experience)This role is graded as: Technical Specialist RegulatoryYour recruitment contact is Shafika Shaikh via Applications must be submitted through our online portal. Applications sent via social media or email will not be accepted.About the FCA and teamWe regulate financial services firms in the UK to keep financial markets fair thriving and effective. By joining us youll 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). Sitting in the Payments and Digital Assets directorate the Market Intervention department supervises and drives regulatory standards in payments and crypto asset firms.Role responsibilitiesDeliver expert insights on payments regulation and supervision. Apply deep expertise in financial resilience safeguarding customer funds and financial crime to shape firm operations and protect vulnerable customers influencing industry standards and consumer trustSupport firm cases multi-firm initiatives and industry forums with high-quality input to ensure robust decision-making and effective supervision driving collaboration and innovationAssess industry and regulatory changes to enable proactive supervision strategies and portfolio planning shaping the future of payments oversightLead on key supervisory themes own critical areas like safeguarding and financial crime as the go-to expert providing clarity and confidence to teams and stakeholders for consistent excellent practicesBuild strong external partnerships by representing the department in discussions with bodies such as the Bank of England HM Treasury and trade associations to strengthen regulatory alignment and amplify FCAs influenceGrow team capability through knowledge sharing design and deliver training teach-ins and technical guidance to elevate expertise and foster a culture of continuous learning and professional growthSkills requiredMinimum:Proven experience of applying or advising on UK payments and/or e-money regulatory requirements in a regulatory legal compliance or industry rolePrior experience of judgement-based decision making with a focus on prudential financial crime or operational resilience risk managementDemonstratable experience in leadership; coaching mentoring and supporting less experienced team membersEssential: Strong analytical capability with a proven ability to quickly clearly and efficiently draw out key implications from a broad and varied range of informationA subject matter expert in understanding and interpreting the payments sector and business models within it. This should be accompanied with a demonstrated ability to quickly fill any gaps in understandingExcellent written and oral communication skills with the credibility to effectively engage with FCA senior managementThe ability to work with a high degree of autonomyA risk-based approach to decision making including the ability to reach sound and timely judgements which can be justified in a concise and effective mannerAbility to work with centralised and local data sources to produce and present reports and insightBenefits28 days annual leave plus bank holidaysHybrid model with up to 60% remote workNon-contributory pension (812% 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 thats free from discrimination and bias celebrates difference and supports colleagues to deliver at their best. We believe that our differences and similarities enable us to be a better organisation one that makes better decisions drives innovation and delivers better regulation.If you require any adjustments due to a disability or condition your recruiter is here to help - reach out for tailored support.We welcome diverse working styles and aim to find flexible solutions that suit both the role and individual needs including options like part-time and job sharing where applicable.Disability Confident: our hiring approachWere proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and therefore people or individuals with disabilities and long-term conditions who best meet the minimum criteria for a role will go through to the next stage of the recruitment cases of high application volumes we may progress applicants whose experience most closely matches the roles key requirements.Useful information and timelineJob advert close: 1st December 2025 (midnight)CV Review/Shortlist: w/c 3rd December 2025First Interview: w/c 8th December 2025Your Recruiter will discuss the process in detail with you during screening for the role therefore please make them aware if you are going to be unavailable for any date during this timeRequired Experience:IC Key Skills Google Analytics,Fund Management,Apparel,Bus Driving,Banquet Server Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 72100 - 87100