Senior Associate - Intelligence Officer

Intelligence Associate

Division – Enforcement Intelligence & Specialist Services (EISS)

Department - Enforcement Triage, Intelligence & Coordination (ETIC)

Salary - National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from £72,100 to £89,000 and London £57,700 to £68,000.00 per annum (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. Follow this link to find out more About the FCA.

At the core of the FCA’s mission to protect and empower lies the EISS Intelligence function—guided by purpose, partnership and thoughtful insight. The ITER team delivers nuanced, actionable intelligence that shapes outcomes across the organisation, nurturing trusted connections with internal and global partners.

Together, we manage intelligence with care and precision—drawing on diverse lived experiences, specialist skills and a deep commitment to confidentiality. The work is fast-paced and meaningful, grounded in law enforcement standards and enabled by modern technology.

This is a space where voices are valued, collaboration drives progress and collective brilliance safeguards the financial system with empathy and strength.

What will you be doing?

• Lead the thoughtful delivery of intelligence across complex topics, ensuring sensitive insights are shared responsibly with both internal and external partners to support critical decision-making
• Craft high-quality, insight-driven intelligence products for a broad range of stakeholders, demonstrating diligence, curiosity and a commitment to excellence
• Champion and own projects that strengthen team effectiveness—driving progress with a collaborative mindset and a focus on continuous improvement
• Serve as a trusted advisor on financial crime and intelligence, offering expert guidance with clarity and confidence to empower colleagues and partners alike
• Build and nurture strong, values-based relationships—amplifying the FCA’s intelligence impact through inclusive, transparent engagement
• Support and uplift colleagues through coaching, mentoring and pastoral care, while stepping into leadership roles with flexibility, empathy and purpose
  
  

What will you get from the role?

• Step into a pivotal role where you’ll shape how the financial sector confronts financial crime, bringing clarity and purpose at a time of profound transformation in UK financial services
• Be at the heart of a team reawakening co-creating smarter processes, embracing emerging technologies and championing people-first strategies that align with the FCA’s bold new direction
• Gain a holistic view of the financial landscape, working together with regulators, government and law enforcement to make a meaningful difference that puts people and protection first
• Contribute your voice and insight to impactful projects and working groups embedding data-led thinking and transformation in everything we do, with a focus on long-term value
• Engage with and influence a vibrant network of financial crime professionals fostering relationships built on trust, mutual respect and shared impact
  
  

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. (To learn more about the Disability Confident Scheme Click Here)

Minimum

• Experience of working in a fast-paced environment, managing competing priorities and delivering high-quality outcomes with autonomy and trust
• Prior experience of line management or demonstrable involvement in mentoring, coaching or supporting colleagues in a team setting
• Previous use of financial intelligence systems Moneyweb, ARENA, JARD and handling of Suspicious Activity Reports (SARs), including understanding of AML legislation within financial services
  
  

Essential

• Demonstrable experience in synthesising complex intelligence from diverse sources to deliver well-judged insights communicated with clarity and confidence, both in writing and in person
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities with composure and purpose escalating where needed and ensuring that the work reflects care, focus and resilience
• A confident and compassionate leader, with experience in managing and developing people, creating space for growth, feedback and wellbeing through supportive line management or mentoring
• Trusted in the secure handling and stewardship of sensitive information using appropriate tools and safeguarding protocols to protect confidentiality while enabling impact
• Skilled in stakeholder engagement and relationship-building, bringing emotional intelligence and a collaborative approach to every interaction internally and externally
• Comfortable working with pace and ambiguity, embracing change with a growth mindset and contributing new ideas that drive inclusive, meaningful progress
• Technical capability in intelligence practices, including OSINT/SOCMINT techniques and a working knowledge of relevant legislation FSMA, MLRs, GDPR, underpinning a well-informed, ethical approach
• Confidence in stepping forward—leading projects, representing the team at forums and advocating for excellence and values-led change across the intelligence landscape
  
  

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. We believe that our differences and similarities enable us to be a better organisation – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better regulation.

Within the workplace you will have access to various employee resource groups which aim to promote and achieve a healthy work / life balance and support our diversity ambitions.

Did you know? 50% of our Executive Committee were the first in their family to attend university.

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 (there are several contribution levels that increase depending on your age – up to 12% a month once you reach age 35) 
• Life assurance of eight times your basic salary 
• Income protection 
  
  

 

We also have a competitive flexible benefits scheme which gives you the opportunity to create a personalised benefits package, tailored to suit your lifestyle.

We welcome applications from candidates who are looking for flexible arrangements.  Many of our staff work flexibly including working part-time, staggered hours and job shares.  We can’t promise to give you exactly what you want but we can explore what might work best for both sides.

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Application Support

We are dedicated to removing barriers and ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible.

If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition requiring changes to the recruitment process, please contact your recruiter using the details below and they will be happy to discuss this further with you.

Useful Information and Timeline

• This role is graded as: Level 7
• Advert Closing Date: Midnight Sunday 29th June (please submit your application no later than 11.59pm on Wednesday 25th June)
• CV Review/Shortlist: 1st July
• First Round Competency Based Interview: W/C 7th July
• This requires vetting to Security Clearance level minimum
  
  

Your Recruiter will discuss the process in detail with you during screening for the role, therefore, please make them aware if you are going to be unavailable for any date during this time.

Got a question?

If you are interested in learning more about the role, please contact:

Recruiter – [email protected]

Applications must be submitted through our online portal. Applications sent via email will not be accepted.