Peer-to-Peer (P2P) and Investment Based Crowdfunding (IBCF) Portfolios Supervision Senior Team Member
Department – Investment Platforms and SIPP Operators (IPSO)
Division – Consumer Investments (CI)
Salary – National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from £52,400 to £71,200 and London £57,700 to £78,300 (salary offered will be based on skills and experience)
About the FCA
The FCA regulates the conduct of 45,000 firms in the UK to ensure our financial markets are honest, fair and competitive.
Join our Peer-to-Peer (P2P) and Investment-Based Crowdfunding (IBCF) team in the Consumer Investments Directorate, where collaboration and innovation are at the heart of what we do. We oversee firms connecting borrowers and early-stage businesses with investors, helping to supervise high-risk investment products with a focus on data-led insights and proactive engagement.
You’ll work on identifying financial crime, supporting responsible practices and promoting positive consumer outcomes—while gaining exposure to unique business models, financial analysis, policy development and cross-team collaboration. The role offers hybrid working across our London and Edinburgh offices and is ideal for someone with curiosity, adaptability and a commitment to proportionate but effective consumer protection.
What will you be doing?
* Leading complex cases and projects with clarity, care and collaboration
* Using data, insight and emerging AI tools to spot risks and shape effective strategies
* Enhancing risk frameworks and control environments with precision
* Building strong, trusted relationships with senior leaders across regulated firms
* Working closely with internal teams to share knowledge and strengthen impact
* Supporting and coaching junior colleagues to grow with confidence
What you will get from the role
* Space to grow your analytical and project skills with confidence
* Opportunities to make a real difference in a high-impact sector
* A varied, engaging environment with access to senior voices
* Exposure to diverse regulatory approaches across the FCA
* Insight into areas like Prudential, Resolution, Policy, Financial Crime and Enforcement
* A supportive culture that values collaboration, learning and celebrating success
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.
Minimum
* Prior experience in analysing financial data and presenting insights clearly to senior stakeholders
* Prior experience in UK financial services—across regulation, consultancy, audit, or compliance
* Prior experience in writing clear, well-structured reports that support collaborative decision-making
Essential
* Confidence using data to spot patterns and guide decisions
* Experience in risk management, governance and controls
* Flexibility to manage shifting priorities with ease
* Ability to build inclusive, collaborative relationships across teams and with external partners
* Openness to travel within the UK and engage directly with firms
* Curiosity and drive to learn, grow and take on new challenges
* Awareness of the P2P and IBCF sectors and understanding of the FCA’s supervisory approach
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.
Benefits of working at the FCA
* 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays
* 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
* Life assurance of eight times your basic salary
* Income protection
We welcome applications from candidates who are looking for flexible arrangements.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The FCA is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.
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