Blockchain Specialist Investigator

Blockchain Specialist InvestigatorDivision Enforcement & Market OversightDepartment - Retail and Regulatory InvestigationsTeam - EMO Crypto HubSalary - National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from 52400 to 65500 London 57700 to 72000 per annum (Salary offered will be based on skills and experience)About the FCAThe FCA regulates the conduct of 45000 firms in the UK to ensure our financial markets are honest fair and competitive. Follow this link to find out more About the FCA.Are you a Blockchain Investigations Specialist looking to apply your expertise to impactful work Join the FCAs Crypto Hub where your skills will contribute to some of the UKs most fascinating complex and rewarding investigations helping to shape the future of financial regulation under the upcoming 2026 Crypto Regime.The Enforcement & Market Oversight Division (EMO) investigates and brings regulatory disciplinary and civil cases together with criminal prosecutions on behalf of the FCA against firms and individuals aimed at achieving impactful deterrence by changing behaviour in the financial services industry in accordance with the FCA objectives. It plays a key role in the work of the whole organisation to reduce financial crime and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.EMO is entering the next phase of its crypto asset work with the Crypto Hub bringing together cross-functional expertise to support action against crypto-related harm and advance preparations for future UK crypto asset regulation.What will you be doingYou will support the progression of complex criminal and regulatory investigations involving cryptoassets managing your work to meet competing deadlinesYou will conduct detailed investigative work into transactions involving digital assets using specialist analytic tools and investigative techniquesYou will prepare high quality case reports that support case progression and decision-making and maintain detailed records of investigative findings conclusions and recommendationsYou will be involved in all aspects of investigations from strategic planning obtaining evidence using appropriate powers drafting and reviewing documents taking part in interviews of subjects and witnesses analysing evidence and making judgements and recommendations throughout the lifetime of an investigationYou will be a leading contributor to EMOs cryptoassets work and play a central role in the EMO Crypto Hub proactively providing input on behalf of Enforcement to complex cryptoassets matters at different stages in a cases lifecycle and contribute to the development of wider crypto capabilities within EMOYou will be a role model across the Division always willing to share your knowledge and expertise and have mentoring responsibilities for junior colleaguesWhat will you get from the roleThe opportunity to contribute to some of the most fascinating challenging and rewarding investigations in the UKSatisfying worthwhile and responsible work with the opportunity to use your skills in complex situationsCollaborating with a wide range of talented and committed colleagues from across EMO and other parts of the FCAThe opportunity to help develop junior colleagues and positively contribute to the development of their careerWorking in a high-energy and stimulating Division within a supportive environmentWhich skills are requiredWe are a Disability Confident Employer; therefore disabled people or individuals with long-term conditions who best meet the minimum criteria for a role will go through to the next stage of the recruitment process. (To learn more about the Disability Confident Scheme Click Here)MinimumPrior professional experience of tracing and analysing cryptoassets in complex investigations using blockchain toolsPrior experience and knowledge of the UK financial crime landscape and regulatory frameworks for cryptoassetsPrior experience of analysing large amounts of information drawing out key findings and producing formal written reports including making recommendationsEssentialStrong operational capabilities managing and driving forward complex workstreamsSkilled at working inclusively with colleagues with different perspectives and backgroundsBuild and maintain strong and effective relationships with colleagues across the Division and with key stakeholders across the FCA acting as an ambassador for EMOComfortable working flexibly and in an agile manner anticipating and adapting to changing needs and prioritiesDemonstrable significant experience working effectively in teams and leading on significant aspects of highly complex financial investigations involving cryptoassetsProven skills and experience in proactively building the capabilities of others including developing junior members of staffDeep understanding of cryptoassets and blockchain technologyExperience of working collaboratively and communicating effectively with colleagues in a multi-disciplinary investigation team as well as having the ability to work independently and take responsibility for delivering against deadlines and managing operational risksOur Values & DiversityWe are proud to be an inclusive employer and our ambition is to cultivate a culture for all employees that respects their individual strengths views and experiences. 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.Within the workplace you will have access to various employee resource groups which aim to promote and achieve a healthy work / life balance and support our diversity ambitions.Did you know 50% of our Executive Committee were the first in their family to attend university.Benefits of working at the FCA25 days holiday per year plus bank holidaysHybrid working (work from home up to 60% of your time)Private healthcare with BupaA non-contributory Pension of at least 8% of basic salary each month (there are several contribution levels that increase depending on your age up to 12% a month once you reach age 35)Life assurance of eight times your basic salaryIncome protectionWe also have a competitive flexible benefits scheme which gives you the opportunity to create a personalised benefits package tailored to suit your lifestyle.We welcome applications from candidates who are looking for flexible arrangements. Many of our staff work flexibly including working part-time staggered hours and job shares. We cant promise to give you exactly what you want but we can explore what might work best for both sides.Follow this link to see what life is like at the FCA - Life at the FCAApplication SupportWe are dedicated to removing barriers and ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible.If you have an accessibility need disability or condition requiring changes to the recruitment process please contact your recruiter using the details below and they will be happy to discuss this further with you.Useful Information and TimelineThis role is graded as Senior AssociateAdvert Closing Date: 9th NovemberCV Review/Shortlist: 10th and 11th NovemberFirst Stage Technical Assessment: 17th NovemberSecond Stage Interview: 24th NovemberYour 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 time.Got a questionIf you are interested in learning more about the role please contact:Riley Fox at Applications must be submitted through our online portal. Applications sent via email will not be accepted.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Epidemiology,Public Health,Bank Secrecy Act,Bioinformatics,Fraud,Genetics,Interviewing,Law Enforcement,Qualitative Research Interviewing,Research Experience,Next Generation Sequencing,Writing Skills Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Yearly Salary Salary: 57700 - 72000