Open Finance Innovation Lead
Open Finance Innovation Lead
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Open Finance Innovation Lead
Division Digital Technology and Innovation (DTI)
Department Innovation
Salary National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from 59100 to 80233 and London 64900 to 88100 pro rata (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.
Youll join the Smart Data Accelerator in the Innovation Department in the DTI division helping shape forward-thinking initiatives that foster inclusive growth. Together we aim to:
Support FCA colleagues with insights on emerging technologies
Build trusted relationships with UK and global stakeholders
Empower firms through guidance and collaborative engagement
We work in partnership with a wide range of stakeholdersfrom firms and trade bodies to innovation networks and international organisationswhile nurturing strong connections across the FCA.
What will you be doing
Lead agile experimentation by designing and facilitating inclusive sprints co-creation sessions and stakeholder-led testing initiatives
Share valuable insights by linking experimentation outcomes to wider research drafting impactful recommendations and guiding discussions through workshops and roundtables
Strengthen strategic partnerships by co-developing engagement frameworks and enhancing the visibility and relevance of the smart data programme
Align cross-functional workstreams by coordinating smoothly with diverse teams supporting publications and sustaining progress within the smart data lab ecosystem
Collaborate across departments by contributing analysis research and responsive support to evolving smart data projects
Drive purposeful knowledge sharing by engaging stakeholders synthesising reports and supporting innovation in open finance through technology
What will you get from the role
Shape the future of financial services by exploring innovative technologies and evolving business models at the forefront of UK innovation
Build deep expertise on how emerging innovations intersect with current and forward-looking regulatory frameworks
Apply creative thinking to high-priority FCA initiatives helping address regulatory challenges through an innovation lens
Connect with pioneering firms thought leaders and diverse stakeholders to expand influence and foster dialogue
Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to contribute meaningfully to strategic projects and department-wide initiatives
Play a leading role in steering the FCAs innovation strategy informing influencing and embedding change across the financial ecosystem
Which skills are required
We 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).
Minimum
Experience in cross-functional areas such as open finance and data-sharing ecosystems with clear insight into both strategic drivers and operational execution of complex projects
Prior experience in examining complex numerical and written information and coordinating project deliveryworking independently and with care to meet timelines and create meaningful people-centred impact
Essential
Strong organisational capability and experience supporting or managing junior team members with empathy and clarity
Proven ability to build inclusive trust-based relationships with senior colleagues and external stakeholders to navigate challenges and co-create impactful outcomes
Deep interest or hands-on experience in technology and innovation paired with sound knowledge of UK and global developments in financial services
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.
Benefits of working at the FCA
25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays (Pro rata)
Hybrid working (work from home up to 60% of your time)
Private healthcare with Bupa
A 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 salary
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 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 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 and Timeline
This role is graded as Lead Associate- Regulatory
Advert Closing Date: Sunday 3rd August 2025 (midnight)
CV Review/ Shortlist: 4-5th August 2025
Interview: w/c 11th August 2025
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 contactSteve Christopher on
Applications must be submitted through our online portal. Applications sent via email will not be accepted.
Employment Type
Full-Time
