2026 Regulatory Graduate Programme

We offer you the chance to start your career and make a real difference. Programme Length: Two years Programme Type: Rotational About the Programme At the FCA, 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 financial services. We're looking for graduates to join our diverse and highly capable teams across the FCA. Our Regulatory Graduate Scheme provides a comprehensive introduction to financial regulation, offering you the chance to rotate across multiple divisions within the FCA, including Authorisations, Policy, Supervision, Market Oversight, Enforcement, and Risk Management & Compliance. Over two years, you'll gain hands‑on experience across the regulatory lifecycle, preparing you for a dynamic career in financial services. You'll develop technical expertise in financial services, learn how regulatory frameworks operate, and play a vital role in protecting consumers and ensuring market integrity. The programme focuses on building core skills in judgement, engagement, self‑management, and delivery. During your rotations, you may support vulnerable consumers, conduct investigations, help shape strategy, or supervise firms. Your first two rotations will be confirmed before you join, and your career goals and interests will be considered when your final rotation is selected, aiming to support your aspirations and the FCA’s strategy. This programme will prepare you for a career in our Regulatory profession. Learning & Development Our two‑year programme is designed to equip you with the skills and confidence to thrive in a fast‑paced, evolving environment. Centred on the FCA’s values of self‑sufficiency, resilience, ambition, engagement, and integrity, you'll be supported in developing personal effectiveness, advancing professional capabilities, and making a meaningful impact. You’ll benefit from: Formal learning aligned to your development goals Bespoke induction and training Networking opportunities Social events with your graduate cohort Opportunities to hear from senior speakers across the business What We Look For We are looking for candidates who are curious and eager to develop in a professional environment. Your ability to build relationships at all levels and understand and analyse data will help you succeed in a role here. Our colleagues are from a wide range of backgrounds; you can apply for our regulatory scheme with any degree. You don’t need to have any specific experience; you’ll learn through working in your team alongside experienced colleagues. What We Offer £36,000 salary Rewarding work environment and flexible working options Commitment to diversity and inclusion Wellbeing resources and support Private health care Career and family leave Non‑contributory pension Charity and volunteering initiatives Minimum of 25 days' holiday Sports and social clubs Subsidised on‑site fitness centre (London only) Free eye tests Subsidised restaurant Interest‑free season ticket loans Application Process Submit your online application by midnight, Sunday 7th December 2025. Please apply early, as application windows may close if we receive a high volume of candidates. We have created the FCA Candidate Preparation Zone so you can find out more information about our assessment process and practice some tests: https://fca.preparationplus.com/. Only one application is accepted across our early careers programmes within any six‑month period. You must have obtained or be on track to achieve a minimum 2:1 degree from any university. Applicants for the 2026 graduate programme must have graduated or be in their final year of study. We welcome applications from all candidates. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK before joining the FCA’s graduate programme. Offers are subject to your ability to obtain and … #J-18808-Ljbffr