Sustainable Finance Policy Specialist
Sustainable Finance Policy Specialist
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Sustainable Finance Policy Specialist
Division Sustainable Finance
Salary - National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from 72100 to 89000 and London 79300 to 100000 per annum (Salary offered will be based on skills and experience)
About the FCA
The 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.
The Sustainable Finance Division is responsible for developing and coordinating delivery of the FCAs strategy and commitments in the sustainable finance space spanning the FCAs roles as both a regulator and an operating entity.
Sitting at the centre of a hub and spokes model that links in with divisions and departments right across the FCA the Sustainable Finance Division comprises a group of committed highly collaborative individuals.
Sustainable Finance is a fast-moving and dynamic space.
The Sustainable Finance Policy team is responsible for delivering sustainable finance policy interventions including developing new rules for ESG Rating providers. Working with teams across the FCA and external stakeholders we set the standards for the UK financial sector. We also act as a knowledge hub for sustainable finance policy subject matter expertise providing policy input to other policy teams within the FCA.
What you will be doing
We are seeking a highly skilled ambitious and proactive individual with expert knowledge of ESG Ratings and policy making experience to join the Sustainable Finance Policy Team.
The Government has confirmed it will bring ESG ratings into the FCAs regulatory perimeter and intends to finalise legislation this year. We are working to develop our regulatory framework for those providers.
You will have the unique opportunity to shape the new regulatory regime in line with our FCA objectives. Youll be at the forefront of a priority area of regulation within the Sustainable Finance Division.
You will be responsible for providing technical input into the development of the new rules working with a dynamic passionate and committed team of policy professionals.
What will I get from the role
You will have the opportunity to:
Shape new rules for a priority policy area for the FCAs Sustainable Finance Division
Provide expert advice judgement and subject matter knowledge to support delivery of policy outcomes
Gain an in-depth understanding of the regulatory process from policy development through implementation at the authorisations gateway and supervision
Build a strong internal network including with senior management across the FCA
Build effective working relationships with external stakeholders including HM Treasury as well as stakeholders across the financial services sector
Mentor and support the development of colleagues within the team/Division
Which skills are required
We are Disability Confident; 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).
Minimum
Expert understanding of key industry and regulatory priorities for ESG data and ratings provision gained through relevant industry professional or public policy experience
Prior experience in delivering on high profile and/or complex strategic projects or policy initiatives
Has strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to represent the Sustainable Finance Division and the FCA credibly both internally and externally
Essential
Strong policy and analytical skills demonstrating evidence-based data-led approaches
Proven ability to manage or support projects from an early stage to completion working collaboratively to deliver high-quality outputs
Has the ability to coordinate inputs including complex and technical information from a wide network of stakeholders to develop fair and balanced findings
Can distil and communicate complex information to a range of audiences
Proven ability to build and maintain a strong network of effective relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders
Can operate effectively in a fast-evolving sometimes uncertain environment using judgement to adapt quickly as needed
Flexibility and commitment to the role including the ability to work well under pressure and sometimes to short deadlines
Our Values & Diversity
We 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.
The FCA is committed to achieving greater diversity across all levels of the organisation. Given this we particularly welcome applications from women minority ethnic disabled and neurodivergent candidates for this Lead Associate secondment role.
Benefits of working at the FCA
28 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
Hybrid working (work from home up to 60% of your time)
Private healthcare with Bupa
A non-contributory Pension of at least 8%
Life assurance
Income protection
We 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 of our staff work flexibly including working part-time staggered hours and job 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 FCA
Application Support
We 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
This role is graded as Technical Specialist Regulatory
Advert Closing Date:17th June
CV Review/Shortlist: 19th/20th June
First Round Competency Based Interview: W/C 20th June
Your 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 question
If you are interested in learning more about the role please contact: Sandeep Guntupalli on
Applications must be submitted through our online portal. Applications sent via email will not be accepted.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
