FAQs
What are the main responsibilities of a Lead Associate in the Law and International team?
The main responsibilities include line-managing a team, managing performance, providing training and mentoring, overseeing the handling of requests from overseas regulators, identifying legal issues, managing relationships with international partners, and driving key projects related to complex legal issues.
What qualifications are required for this position?
Candidates must be a UK (or foreign equivalent) qualified lawyer with post-qualification experience in areas such as contentious financial services, regulatory investigations, complex litigation, international cooperation, or complex international investigations.
What skills are considered essential for this role?
Essential skills include the ability to analyze complex evidence, strategic thinking, relationship management, decision-making, communication skills, and a genuine interest in international work and cross-border cooperation.
Is this position full-time or part-time?
This position is part-time, with a commitment of 3 days a week.
What benefits does the role offer?
Benefits include 25 days of holiday per year, private healthcare, a non-contributory pension of at least 8% of basic salary, life assurance, and income protection, among a competitive flexible benefits scheme.
Where is this position located?
The position can be based in Edinburgh, Leeds, or London, as part of the FCA’s commitment to expanding its national presence.
What is the application deadline for this role?
Applications for this role close at 23:59 on 8th August 2024.
How does the FCA support diverse applicants?
The FCA is committed to achieving greater diversity and particularly welcomes applications from women, disabled, and minority ethnic candidates. They also offer reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process for those who need them.
What should candidates expect during the interview process?
Selected candidates will complete a technical case study and a competency-based interview as part of the interview process.
Who can candidates contact for more information about the role?
Internal applicants can contact Katie Ayling, while external applicants can reach out to Chhavi Bartaria via their respective email addresses provided in the job description.