Lead European Policy Advisor

UK Regulators' Network; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regulatory body in the UK is seeking an Adviser for its European Policy team. The role involves shaping the European engagement strategy, managing relationships with European regulatory authorities, and driving policy work integrating international evidence. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a complex policy environment. This position offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience in engaging with European regulatory authorities.
• Ability to navigate complex policy landscapes.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver European engagement strategy.
• Lead relationships with European regulatory authorities.
• Drive cross-cutting policy work with international evidence.
• Own relationship with UK regulatory authorities.
• Champion international perspectives for internal teams.
• Work in a fast-paced policy environment.

Job description

Overview

Financial Conduct Authority – Regulating financial services firms and financial markets in the UK.

Requirements of the role: 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.

SPC oversees firms and individuals (supervision), creates and reviews the rules by which they operate (policy) and identifies and remedies ineffective competition in markets (competition).

The Europe Strategy and Engagement Teams helps set, advise and deliver on the FCA’s strategic engagement with the EU and wider European authorities and jurisdictions working in collaboration with colleagues across the FCA and UK authorities to tackle strategic issues.

Role Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver our European engagement strategy, influencing how we connect globally and ensuring our work reflects international best practice
• Lead relationships with key European regulatory authorities and EU institutions, strengthening collaboration and enhancing our global reputation
• Drive cross-cutting policy work, integrating international evidence into decision-making to support smarter, more informed regulation
• Own the relationship with UK regulatory authorities to amplify the UK voice in European debates
• Champion international perspectives internally, helping teams apply global insights to complex challenges
• Navigate a fast-paced, evolving policy landscape, working with a skilled and supportive team that values innovation and collaboration

Location

London, Leeds, Edinburgh

Contract type

Full time, Permanent

Profession

Adviser, European, Policy

Working pattern

Flexible working, Hybrid

Closing Date

19/11/2025