Data Automation Analyst (6 Month Secondment/Fixed Term Contract)

Division – Data, Technology & Innovation Department – Digital Intelligence Solutions Salary - National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from £52,400 to £61,800 and London £57,700 to £68,000 per annum (salary offered will be based on skills and experience) About The FCA The FCA regulates the conduct of 45,000 firms in the UK to ensure our financial markets are honest, fair and competitive. Follow this link to find out more About the FCA. As part of our mission to deliver the Digital Unified Intelligence Environment (DUIE), the Digital Intelligence Solutions department is looking for a talented Senior Associate to step into a key delivery role for six months. This opportunity arises as one of our valued team members takes a well-earned career break and we’re seeking someone who can ensure continuity while contributing meaningfully to a fast-moving and purpose-inspired programme. The role sits at the heart of the “Enabling Intelligent Automation” team, where we harness FCA data to design and implement computational business rules that drive automated and augmented decision-making across the organisation. This is more than just a temporary position; it’s a chance to directly support high-impact strategic initiatives and shape the future of digital intelligence at the FCA. You’ll be joining a collaborative, forward-thinking environment within the Intelligence & Digital directorate, which is a key pillar of our broader Data, Technology & Innovation division. If you’re motivated by meaningful work, excited by the intersection of data and decision-making and ready to make a tangible difference, we’d love to hear from you. What will you be doing? • Act as a trusted advisor for business teams, helping them understand how Decision Hub 2 can automate reviews and responses. You'll lead conversations, tailor solutions and showcase the platform’s capabilities across the FCA • Translate business processes and regulatory logic into scalable computational rules using BPMN and DMN, working closely with SMEs to ensure accuracy and alignment with FCA strategy • Use the Enterprise Data Platform to model and prepare data for automation, including structuring inputs via a custom Form Parser for effective rule execution • Collaborate with technical teams to ensure the right data pipelines and models are in place to support automation, aligned with the FCA’s enterprise data strategy • Work closely with stakeholders to refine their needs, balancing business objectives with technical feasibility and aligning with the goals of DUIE • Help stakeholders articulate their goals and design bespoke rule-based solutions that meet their needs like crafting a custom tasting menu based on their preferences What will you get from the role? • Play a pivotal role in the FCA’s data-inspired regulatory transformation, helping to redefine how the organisation leverages intelligence at scale to make smarter choices • Dive into innovative, high-impact projects that combine business insight, cutting-edge data strategy and automation to drive real change • Build meaningful connections across the FCA, gaining valuable exposure to both technical teams and policy experts, broadening your professional network • Sharpen your skills in stakeholder engagement, rule authoring and collaborating on data infrastructure, positioning yourself at the forefront of digital innovation • Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities that will empower you to grow your expertise and advance your career in a fast-evolving, data-led environment Which skills are required? We are a Disability Confident Employer; therefore, disabled people or individuals with long-term conditions who best meet the minimum criteria for a role will go through to the next stage of the recruitment process. (To learn more about the Disability Confident Scheme Click Here) Minimum • Experience in translating business processes into technical specifications for automation • Experience using Python and SQL to develop, optimize and maintain data-driven automation workflows • Experience working with data infrastructure and mapping data flows across organizational systems Essential • Skilled at working with SMEs to capture and translate business processes into clear technical specs for data-inspired automation • Strong problem-solving and analytical ability to work with complex datasets, spotting opportunities to improve data and processes • Well-organised with experience managing multiple stakeholders, modelling data for automation and using BPMN/DMN tools like IBM Business Automation Manager or Business Central Our Values & Diversity We are proud to be an inclusive employer and our ambition is to cultivate a culture for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views and experiences. We believe that our differences and similarities enable us to be a better organisation – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation and delivers better regulation. Within the workplace you will have access to various employee resource groups which aim to promote and achieve a healthy work / life balance and support our diversity ambitions. Did you know? 50% of our Executive Committee were the first in their family to attend university. Benefits Of Working At The FCA • 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays • Hybrid working (work from home up to 60% of your time) • Private healthcare with Bupa • A non-contributory Pension of at least 8% of basic salary each month (there are several contribution levels that increase depending on your age – up to 12% a month once you reach age 35) • Life assurance of eight times your basic salary • Income protection We also have a competitive flexible benefits scheme which gives you the opportunity to create a personalised benefits package, tailored to suit your lifestyle. We welcome applications from candidates who are looking for flexible arrangements.  Many of our staff work flexibly including working part-time, staggered hours and job shares.  We can’t promise to give you exactly what you want but we can explore what might work best for both sides. Follow this link to see what life is like at the FCA - Life at the FCA Application Support We are dedicated to removing barriers and ensuring our application process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition requiring changes to the recruitment process, please contact your recruiter using the details below and they will be happy to discuss this further with you. Useful Information and Timeline • This role is graded as Senior Associate – Regulatory • Fixed-term contract from 2 February 2026 to 2 August 2026 • SC Clearance is required for this role - you will hold or be required to obtain Security Check level vetting • Advert Closing Date: 21 October at 11:59pm • CV Review/Shortlist: 22-23 October • Interview: from 27 October Your Recruiter will discuss the process in detail with you during screening for the role, therefore, please make them aware if you are going to be unavailable for any date during this time. Got a question? If you are interested in learning more about the role, please contact: Recruiter – Sonika.Suryadevara@fca.org.uk Applications must be submitted through our online portal. Applications sent via email will not be accepted.