Scaling and Growth Specialist

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.

The Data, Technology and Innovation (DTI) division enables the FCA to be a digital-first, data-led smart regulator by delivering a secure, agile, and cost-effective technology and data ecosystem that drives better decisions, transparency, and operational efficiency.

The Innovation department sits within Data, Technology and Innovation (DTI) and works to support the FCA in being an innovative regulator by leading and empowering innovation to drive beneficial and sustainable growth and change. The Scale-up Unit is a new initiative at the forefront of this ambition, designed to support high-growth and rapidly scaling firms. The UK has one of the world’s most vibrant financial services ecosystems, yet firms often face challenges as they move from start-up to scale-up and may need additional support when growing quickly.

Role responsibilities

• Shape the FCA’s approach to the scale-up sector by offering strategic leadership that clarifies risk appetite and guides Strategy25 direction

• Develop and lead a robust evidence-gathering programme, translating insights into clear policy and regulatory proposals for executive committees

• Establish and track key metrics alongside qualitative evidence to measure delivery against growth objectives and demonstrate tangible impact

• Build and lead a cross-FCA expert group while deepening stakeholder relationships to ensure effective and timely support for scale-up cohorts

• Act as a senior escalation point for complex portfolio issues, engaging leadership and delivering innovative, collaborative solutions

• Represent the Unit as a trusted ambassador across internal and external forums, including major events and international engagements

• Promote a positive team culture by sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues and working toward collective goals against shared objectives

• Advance the FCA’s growth agenda through cross-functional collaboration, gaining senior exposure while developing innovative fintech solutions that support the UK’s position as a top scale-up destination