Public Policy and Innovation Specialist
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Position Overview & Specifications
A global financial services foreign exchange group is seeking a Public Policy and Innovation Specialist to lead the development and implementation of the company's global public policy strategy, focusing on cross-border payments, digital currencies and underlying technologies.
Key responsibilities:
This role falls within Strategy and Operations, including:
- Supporting with the development and implementation of the company's global public policy strategy, with a particular focus on activities around digital currencies and innovative technologies).
- Supporting the creation of policy positions in relation to the FSB’s Cross-Border Payments Roadmap, upcoming reviews of the FX Global Code, and with respect to other public policy developments as they arise.
- Monitoring and assessing developments in the innovation space (covering assets, infrastructure and ecosystem) which could potentially be relevant for the wider FX ecosystem and for CLS.
- Leading ideation exercises and crafting concepts around innovation trends in the FX ecosystem, with a specific focus on post-trade activities.
- Contributing to the drafting of thought leadership pieces (e.g., white papers, speeches) to position the company as an industry expert on key issues relating to the company's strategy.
- Preparing material for the company's governance bodies on public policy activities, including activities around digital currencies and underlying technologies.
- Supporting firm-wide preparations for policymaker conferences. Tracks action/follow-up items and drafts event summaries for review by the Head of Public Policy and or Public Policy Lead.
- Drafting of materials (e.g., agenda, materials, key actions) for meetings with industry groups and public policy makers. Monitors progress against targeted activities.
Requirements:
- Experience within a relevant industry sector (e.g. technology consulting, public policy, regulation within financial services).
- Bachelor's degree in finance/economics/information technology.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates
A global financial services foreign exchange group is seeking a Public Policy and Innovation Specialist to lead the development and implementation of the company's global public policy strategy, focusing on cross-border payments, digital currencies and underlying technologies.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
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Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
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Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to HR Consulting.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
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