Covert Intelligence Techniques Associate

Covert Intelligence Techniques Associate – Fixed Term Contract until 31st October 2026 Job title: Covert Intelligence Techniques Associate Division: EMO Department: Intelligence Salary: National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from £43,100 to £49,100 and London from £47,300 to £53,300 (salary offered will be based on skills and experience) Grade: Associate - Regulatory Recruitment contact: Riley Fox – Riley.fox@fca.org.uk (applications must be submitted through our online portal; social media or email not accepted) About the FCA and Team 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 finance services. Enforcement & Market Oversight (EMO) is responsible for the FCA’s responsibilities for market monitoring, delivery of the functions of the UK Listing Authority (UKLA) and the investigation and prosecution of misconduct using the whole spectrum of criminal, civil and administrative sanctions and remedies against firms and individuals. The Intelligence department works across the FCA, providing specialist financial crime support to Authorisations, Supervision, Enforcement and Market Oversight and delivers insight and impact from intelligence to support FCA in its statutory objectives. Role Responsibilities Advise internal teams on advanced intelligence and investigative techniques (Humint, OSINT), enabling effective and timely decision‑making Build strong partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to secure specialist resources that support FCA criminal investigations Lead intelligence development and management, from handling Humint deployments to OSINT analysis, delivering insights that drive operational success Ensure compliance with CPIA, RIPA and related legislation, safeguarding the integrity and legality of FCA activities Shape innovative approaches to Humint and OSINT, influencing how the FCA tackles complex financial crime and meets public commitments Gain a strategic perspective on the financial sector during a period of transformation, contributing to work that protects consumers and markets Collaborate with and influence a wide range of industry professionals and regulators to drive best practice and impactful change Make a tangible difference by applying specialist skills to investigations that uphold market integrity and public trust Minimum Skills Required Prior experience of working with OSINT (Longarm), Relevant Source / HUMINT within a specialist intelligence/investigation environment Proven experience of working within the legislative parameters of RIPA/CPIA Essential Experience of working within the criminal investigations/intelligence arena within the UK Criminal Justice System Ability to manage Humint / Relevant Source, OSINT taskings and associated issues, including knowledge and/or experience of the issues linked to the deployment of such Strong communication skills – orally and in writing Developed relationship management skills to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues within the team, other business units and with external partners The ability to make logical and timely decisions, cutting through complexity and seeing the big picture to achieve outcomes in both formal and informal teams Benefits 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Hybrid model with up to 60% remote work Non‑contributory pension (8–12% depending on age) and life assurance at eight times your salary Private healthcare with Bupa, income protection, and 24/7 Employee Assistance 35 hours of paid volunteering annually A flexible benefits scheme designed around your lifestyle Our Values and Culture Our colleagues are the key to our success as a regulator. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture: one that’s 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 We’re 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 process. In cases of high application volumes we may progress applicants whose experience most closely matches the role’s key requirements. Timeline Job adverts close: 21st December at 11:59pm CV Review/Shortlist: 23rd December First Interview: w/c 5th January SC Clearance is required for this role (SC Guidance) – you will hold or will be required to obtain Security Check (SC) level vetting. Seniority Level Entry level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Legal #J-18808-Ljbffr