Lead Advisor Resolution

Lead Advisor - Resolution & Insolvency (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)Division: Supervision Policy and CompetitionDepartment: Resolution & Insolvency DepartmentSalary: National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from 59100 to 69000 and London from 64900 to 77000 (salary offered will be based on skills and experience)This role is graded as: Lead Associate RegulatoryYour recruitment contact is Shafika 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. In SPC we oversee firms and individuals (supervision) create and review the rules by which they operate (policy) and identify and remedy ineffective competition in markets (competition). Sitting within the Specialist Directorate the R&I department focuses on all aspects of actual or potential firm failure across FCA-regulated firms identifying and recommending resolution strategies for failing or at-risk firms and supporting Supervision in their implementation.Role responsibilities:Deliver complex cases to reduce harm to consumers and markets from firm failure while contributing to departmental goals through internal projects and initiativesEngage and influence a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to shape and deliver outcomes that protect and benefit consumersPartner with colleagues across the FCA to design and implement effective strategies for resolving failing firmsAnalyse and translate complex issues including technical and financial matters into clear actionable recommendations for non-specialist audiencesManage and support team members fostering their development and contributing to a positive team cultureDevelop colleagues through collaborative case work and projects delegating effectively to balance multiple priorities and build team capabilityTake ownership of departmental projects and internal workstreams with support from peers to help drive continuous improvement and operational successSkills required:Minimum:Experience of Financial Services regulation: this could be from working at an authorise firm supervising authorised firms or working as an advisor to authorised firmsExperience in restructuring and insolvency as an insolvency professional lawyer supervisor or equivalentEssential: Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills including dealing with a range of external partiesCredible persuasive communicator able to communicate views positively and effectively to all levels of staff and stakeholders inside and outside the organisationSound judgement including being prepared to advance well-reasoned views where limited or inconclusive information is availableExperience of managing several tasks and priorities at onceAbility to work with and through others to achieve effective resultsTeam-working skills - the nature of the departments work is highly collaborativeAbility to build a strong network across the organisation and have confidence in working at all levels across the FCA to deliver and provide advice and challenge on a range of mattersBenefits:25 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 & 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 TimelineAdvert Close Date: 27th October 2025CV Review/Shortlist: 29th OctoberCase Study & Interview: W/C 3rd November 2025This is a 12 Month Fixed Term OpportunityYour 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.Required Experience:Unclear Seniority Key Skills Bidding,Access Control System,B2C,Evaluation,Hospital management,Communication Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 59100 - 69000