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Lead Economist

UK Regulators' Network

leeds, england, United-Kingdom Full-time June 17, 2026

Found Description

Financial Conduct Authority

Regulating financial services firms and financial markets in the UK,

Role Overview

Economics is at the heart of the FCA’s work. Economic insight underpins our regulatory decisions and shapes how we respond to some of the most complex challenges across financial services.

We are seeking a permanent Lead Associate to join our Economics Division. The team plays a key role in supporting policy development through in-depth economic advice, thorough assessment and constructive challenge across both wholesale and retail markets. Our work spans market failure assessment and cost‑benefit evaluation, alongside overseeing and commissioning high‑quality research to improve policy.

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled individual to contribute to the FCA’s work on critical issues in wholesale financial markets, including capital markets, and to help shape fair, effective and competitive markets.

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