Division – Data, Technology and Innovation
Department - Technology
Salary – National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from £28,800 to £38,333 and London from £31,600 to £42,133 (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.
We are looking for an experienced Personal Assistant (PA) to support Head of Departments (HoDs) within Data, Technology & Innovation (DTI) at the FCA. You demonstrate the ability to work to tight deadlines, effectively prioritise a demanding workload and have strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
What will you be doing?
- Manage the Head of Department’s diary with foresight and adaptability, ensuring priorities are clearly communicated and materials prepared Attend meetings where needed, note actions and coordinate follow-up
- Track diary changes and proactively arrange cover during absences Schedule recurring and ad-hoc exercises to maintain flow
- Handle email and written correspondence independently where appropriate, monitor follow-through on Head of Department actions and prompt gently to avoid delays
- Review and verify expenses, ensuring compliance with FCA policy and resolving discrepancies with care
- Organise departmental meetings and communications, fostering a connected and informed team environment
- Triage inquiries via phone and email, administer system-based approvals and contribute to departmental projects and wider coordination
What will you get from the role?
- Join a dynamic team at the heart of financial sector transformation, gaining exposure to wide-ranging change and impact
- Enjoy a panoramic view of the financial services industry with the chance to contribute meaningfully and influence outcomes
- Be part of an Academy business that deeply values learning and offers exceptional development to support your career growth
- Work closely with senior leadership across the Data Technology and Innovation division, building insight into strategic direction and organisational development
- Embrace variety and challenge through cross-functional collaboration with key stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
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 providing administrative support
- Experience using Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel
- Experience delivering projects/co-ordinating events
Essential
- Communicating with clarity and adaptability, adjusting style to connect effectively across all levels while collaborating constructively and staying composed under pressure
- Delivering projects efficiently, drawing on previous experience coordinating cross-functional initiatives, while managing priorities with initiative and precision in fast-paced, detail-oriented environments
- Operating independently with accountability and problem-solving focus, progressing work confidently while meeting tight deadline
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 are women (4 in 8)
The FCA is committed to achieving greater diversity across all levels of the organisation. Given this, we particularly welcome applications from women, minority ethnic, disabled, and neurodivergent candidates for this role.
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%
- Life assurance
- 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.
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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 – Senior Professional Support – Corporate
- Advert Closing Date: 18th August (please submit your application no later than 11.59pm on Sunday 17th August)
- CV Review/Shortlist: w/c 18th August
- First Stage Interview: w/c 1st September
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
[email protected]Applications must be submitted through our online portal. Applications sent via email will not be accepted.
