Senior Strategy Associate

Financial Conduct Authority

. Lead or substantially contribute to end-to-end delivery of the FCA’s Annual Work Programme and Annual Report .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomSenior💰 £43,800 - £69,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading the development of corporate publications and strategic narratives, with a strong focus on analytical skills and effective communication. Proven ability to coordinate stakeholder contributions and deliver high-quality outputs under tight deadlines.

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Corporate Publications LeadershipStrategic AnalysisStakeholder CoordinationAnalytical SkillsEffective Communication

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Critical ThinkingJudgementRelationship BuildingPersuasionConstructive Challenge

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FCA Annual Work ProgrammeStrategic PlanningContent DevelopmentGovernanceHigh-Quality Briefings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead or substantially contribute to end-to-end delivery of the FCA’s Annual Work Programme and Annual Report
Work with the publication lead on strategic planning, content development, governance and approval
Shape clear, compelling and evidence-based strategic narratives
Coordinate contributions from across the FCA and maintain high standards across strategic outputs
Support development and delivery of the FCA’s strategy
Translate strategic objectives into clear priorities, plans and intended outcomes
Undertake strategic analysis and insight work
Draw together evidence, identify implications, and produce high-quality briefings and recommendations for senior decision-making
Engage senior leaders and Executive committees
Provide constructive challenge, test proposals, and secure alignment and agreement on strategic priorities, publications and recommendations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience of leading or making a substantial contribution to corporate publications, public-facing papers or other high-profile documents
Experience coordinating input from multiple stakeholders and resolving inconsistencies through sound judgement and effective communication
Ability to maintain quality under tight deadlines
Demonstrated analytical and critical-thinking skills
Ability to draw together evidence and insights, apply sound judgement, identify implications, and develop clear recommendations
Solid written and verbal communication skills
Ability to communicate complex information clearly and build effective relationships with peers, specialists, and senior leaders
Ability to persuade and challenge constructively using well-reasoned arguments
Evidence of managing competing priorities and escalating risks or issues appropriately
Ability to adjust priorities and working approaches in response to changing requirements, emerging issues and feedback

Benefits

Comp & perks

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Non-contributory pension (8–12% depending on age)
Life assurance at eight times your salary
Private healthcare with Bupa
Income protection
24/7 Employee Assistance
35 hours of paid volunteering annually
Flexible benefits scheme designed around your lifestyle
Flexible working solutions, including part-time and job sharing where applicable