Senior Payments and Stablecoin Policy Advisor

Financial Conduct Authority Edinburgh, Scotland May 28, 2026

Type Part Time
Pay £53,800 – £67,200
Work Hybrid
Level Senior

Senior Payments and Stablecoin Policy Advisor focuses on own key payments and stablecoin policy issues by taking the lead in shaping proposals, reviewing information and collaborating with teams across the fca.

What the role involves

  • Own key payments and stablecoin policy issues by taking the lead in shaping proposals, reviewing information and collaborating with teams across the FCA.
  • Driving impactful change by drafting public consultations on FCA rules and guidance, ensuring our priorities influence industry and regulatory developments.
  • Provide expert insight by delivering advice and briefings on payments policy issues to colleagues and senior management, shaping strategic outcomes.

Skills and requirements

  • Demonstrable experience of analysing information and contributing to the development of policy.
  • Proven experience presenting key issues clearly and succinctly both orally and in writing.
  • Demonstratable experience of building and managing relationships with stakeholders.
  • Proven experience of developing policy with demonstrable impact.

Confirmed role details

  • National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from £53,800 to £67,200 and London from £59,200 to £73,800 (salary offered will be based on skills and experience).
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Non-contributory pension (8–12% depending on age) and life assurance at eight times your salary.
  • Private healthcare with Bupa, income protection, and 24/7 Employee Assistance.

Known job details

  • Pay: £53,800 to £67,200
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