Financial Intelligence Officer
Job title: Financial Intelligence Officer
Division: Enforcement and Market Oversight (EMO)
Department: Wholesale, Unauthorised Business and Investigations
* Salary: National (Edinburgh and Leeds): £31,600–£39,400; London: £34,700–£43,300 (salary offered will be based on skills and experience)
* Role graded: Associate - Regulatory
* Recruitment contact: Cameron Nunn (Cameron.Nunn@fca.org.uk); Please submit applications through the FCA online portal.
About the FCA and Team
We regulate financial services firms in the UK, keeping financial markets fair, thriving and effective. By joining us, you’ll help protect consumers, drive economic growth and shape the future of UK finance services. Enforcement & Market Oversight (EMO) monitors markets, delivers the UK Listing Authority functions, and investigates misconduct using criminal, civil and administrative sanctions. The Proceeds of Crime Team, composed of Financial Intelligence Officers, Accredited Financial Investigators and business support, specialises in meeting the FCA’s investigative responsibilities as part of a credible deterrence agenda.
Role Responsibilities
* Support the delivery of investigations under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 and wider projects.
* Gather intelligence, build strong cases by submitting statutory information requests, conducting open‑source research, and processing banking data using Altia and Excel.
* Perform financial research and analysis with Accredited Financial Investigators, ensuring investigations are supported by robust analysis and clear documentation.
* Support search and seizure operations and related administrative tasks.
* Maintain accurate case files and records by scheduling, archiving, and preparing documents for disclosure.
* Attend court hearings and trials, taking precise notes when required.
* Collaborate closely with case teams, business support, and enforcement services.
* Contribute to knowledge‑sharing initiatives and identify opportunities for improvement.
Minimum Skills required
* Prior experience in regulatory or criminal investigation environment, or within an intelligence function in those settings.
* Proven experience in Microsoft Office applications, especially Word and Excel.
Essential
* Excellent judgement and strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to analyse, present and explain issues concisely.
* Experience performing basic research and organising information comprehensively.
* Ability to work on own initiative, prioritising, foreseeing issues and meeting tight deadlines under pressure while maintaining accuracy.
* Quick analytical skills to understand and manage detail, purpose and context of document‑management procedures.
* Flexibility and willingness to take on new tasks and responsibilities, adapting to change and supporting colleagues.
* Willingness to be trained as a Financial Intelligence Officer, committing to independent study and timely completion of all relevant exams and training courses necessary to qualify.
Benefits
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
* Hybrid model with up to 60% remote work.
* Non‑contributory pension (8–12% depending on age) and life assurance at eight times your salary.
* Private healthcare with Bupa, income protection and 24/7 Employee Assistance.
* 35 hours of paid volunteering annually.
* Flexible benefits scheme designed around your lifestyle.
Additional information about benefits and the recruitment process can be found on our benefits page. The FCA is a Disability Confident Employer; applications from people or individuals with disabilities and long‑term conditions who meet the minimum criteria are given special consideration. If you require adjustments due to a disability or condition, contact your recruiter for tailored support.
Security Check (SC) clearance is required for this role; you must be level SC or obtain it during the recruitment process.
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other, Information Technology, and Management
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