FAQs
What is the salary range for the Payment and E-Money Lawyer position?
The salary for the Payment and E-Money Lawyer position ranges from £66,200 to £99,200 nationally, and from £72,800 to £109,100 in London.
What role does the Payments and Electronic Money Team play within the FCA?
The Payments and Electronic Money Team provides legal advice on all aspects of the regulation of payment services and e-money issuance in the UK, supporting policy projects such as consumer protection against fraud, open banking development, and the regulation of cryptoassets.
What are the key responsibilities of the Payment and E-Money Lawyer?
Key responsibilities include providing legal advice to the FCA, interacting with colleagues and government bodies, participating in policy development, and drafting rules and guidance in the FCA Handbook.
What benefits are offered in this role?
Benefits include 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, private healthcare, a non-contributory pension of at least 8% of basic salary, life assurance, income protection, and a competitive flexible benefits scheme.
What experience is required to apply for the Payment and E-Money Lawyer position?
Applicants should be qualified lawyers (solicitors, barristers, or Chartered Legal Executives) with a minimum of 7 years' relevant PQE or equivalent experience, along with knowledge of advising on payment services or electronic money regulation.
Is remote work an option for this position?
Yes, the role supports hybrid working, allowing employees to work from home up to 60% of the time over a month, with the remaining time spent in one of the FCA's office locations.
What is the application deadline for this role?
The application deadline for the Payment and E-Money Lawyer position is 23.59 on the 15th of August 2024.
How should applicants submit their CV and answer the application question?
Applicants should submit their CV, which should be a maximum of 3 A4 pages, along with a response to a specified application question, which must not exceed 300 words, through the FCA Careers Portal.
What kind of work environment does the FCA promote?
The FCA promotes a diverse, inclusive, and supportive work environment, emphasizing the importance of inclusion, respect for individual strengths and experiences, and flexibility in working arrangements.
Who can I contact for more information about the role if I am an external applicant?
External applicants can contact Chhavi Bartaria at chhavi.bartaria@fca.org.uk for more information about the Payment and E-Money Lawyer position.