Crypto Policy Associate — Regulatory Impact & Hybrid Work

Financial Conduct Authority; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial regulatory body in the UK is seeking an Associate for Payments & Digital Assets. This role drives impactful policy projects in crypto, ensuring transparent markets and fostering collaboration across teams. Candidates should have relevant experience in financial services, showcasing strong organizational and stakeholder management skills. The position supports hybrid work options and offers extensive benefits including a non-contributory pension and private healthcare.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid model with up to 60% remote work

Non-contributory pension

Private healthcare

35 hours of paid volunteering annually

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Prior experience working within financial services or a regulated industry.
• Experience of analyzing information and forming a judgment.

Responsibilities

• Drive impactful crypto policy projects applying expertise in analysis.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships across the organisation.
• Shape policy proposals to influence regulatory frameworks.
• Lead public consultations on FCA rules and guidance changes.
• Represent FCA in international policy discussions.
• Empower colleagues through training and briefings.

Skills

Organisational skills

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Written communication

Oral communication

Education

Prior experience in financial services or regulated industry

Job description

A financial regulatory body in the UK is seeking an Associate for Payments & Digital Assets. This role drives impactful policy projects in crypto, ensuring transparent markets and fostering collaboration across teams. Candidates should have relevant experience in financial services, showcasing strong organizational and stakeholder management skills. The position supports hybrid work options and offers extensive benefits including a non-contributory pension and private healthcare.