Regulation Policy Lead

Barclay Simpson; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Regulation & Policy Lead to shape policies and influence regulators within the motor finance industry. This role offers hybrid working and significant autonomy, along with a competitive salary ranging from £60,000 to £70,000, plus additional benefits. The ideal candidate will have a background in public policy, strong communication skills, and the ability to operate independently in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Non-political culture

Significant autonomy

8.5% non-contributory pension

Qualifications

• Experience in public policy, regulation, or financial services.
• Able to operate in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead on regulatory developments affecting motor finance.
• Develop policy positions and produce consultation responses.
• Act as a contact point with regulators and senior stakeholders.
• Translate complex regulations for various audiences.
• Work with teams to deliver coordinated outcomes.

Skills

Public policy background

Strong communicator

Ability to operate autonomously

Strategic thinking

Job description

Regulation & Policy Lead

Location: Buckinghamshire/London

We are supporting a respected organisation operating within the motor finance industry to appoint a Regulation & Motor Finance Lead.

This role has been created as part of an expanding policy function and offers a rare opportunity to take ownership of a complex and fast-moving regulatory agenda. You will act as the internal and external lead on motor finance regulation, shaping policy positions, influencing regulators and supporting members through significant change.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading on regulatory and legislative developments affecting motor finance and consumer credit

• Developing and owning policy positions, consultation responses and guidance

• Acting as a key point of contact with regulators, government departments and senior stakeholders

• Translating complex regulation into clear, practical insight for internal and external audiences

• Working closely with compliance, research and public affairs colleagues to deliver joined-up outcomes

• Representing the organisation independently at industry forums, working groups and events

About you:

• Background in public policy, regulation, financial services, motor finance or a related field

• Comfortable operating with autonomy in a fluid, high-pressure environment

• Strong written and verbal communicator, able to influence at senior levels

• Able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery

• Curious, proactive and confident navigating ambiguity

What’s on offer:

• Hybrid working with flexibility around location and travel

• Highly supportive, non-political culture

• Significant autonomy and scope to shape the role

• Salary is £60,000–£70,000 plus an 8.5% non-contributory pension, with flexibility to pay more for the right candidate.

This role would suit someone looking to step into a visible, influential position where their work will have real-world impact.