Security Vetting Specialist
Financial Conduct AuthorityLeeds, England, United Kingdom • London, England, United Kingdom • Scotland, United Kingdom
Posted December 22, 2025
39100 - 48900 GBP year
Contract / Temporary
About the Company
The FCA regulates financial services firms in the UK to keep financial markets fair, thriving, and effective.
Job Description
The FCA is seeking a Security Vetting Specialist to join its Cyber and Information Resilience team. The role will involve leading and resolving vetting-related enquiries, supporting the end-to-end clearance decision-making process, and building strategic relationships with UKSV and other partner agencies.
Requirements
- Proven expertise in national security vetting
- Case decision-making via the UKSV Case Management System and Portal
- Working knowledge of national vetting policy, compliance standards, and risk-based decision-making
- Excellent IT proficiency, especially across Word, Excel, Outlook, and related tools
- Strong relationship management skills with experience of developing relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
Benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Hybrid model with up to 60% remote work
- 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
- 35 hours of paid volunteering annually
- A flexible benefits scheme designed around your lifestyle