Regulation Policy Lead

  • Job Reference: 00001050-1
  • Date Posted: 16 January 2026
  • Location: London
  • Salary: On Application
  • Bonus/Benefits: £60,000 - £70,000
  • Job Type & Industry: Compliance & Regulation, Compliance & Regulation > Regulation, Industry / Employer Sector > Accountancy Practice, Industry / Employer Sector > Business & Management Consultancy, Industry / Employer Sector > Professional Services
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Work Hours: Full Time
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Job Description

Regulation & Policy Lead

Location: Buckinghamshire/London

We are supporting a respected organisation operating within the motor finance industry to appoint a Regulation & Motor Finance Lead.

This role has been created as part of an expanding policy function and offers a rare opportunity to take ownership of a complex and fast-moving regulatory agenda. You will act as the internal and external lead on motor finance regulation, shaping policy positions, influencing regulators and supporting members through significant change.
Key responsibilities include:
  • Leading on regulatory and legislative developments affecting motor finance and consumer credit
  • Developing and owning policy positions, consultation responses and guidance
  • Acting as a key point of contact with regulators, government departments and senior stakeholders
  • Translating complex regulation into clear, practical insight for internal and external audiences
  • Working closely with compliance, research and public affairs colleagues to deliver joined-up outcomes
  • Representing the organisation independently at industry forums, working groups and events
About you:
  • Background in public policy, regulation, financial services, motor finance or a related field
  • Comfortable operating with autonomy in a fluid, high-pressure environment
  • Strong written and verbal communicator, able to influence at senior levels
  • Able to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery
  • Curious, proactive and confident navigating ambiguity
What's on offer:
  • Hybrid working with flexibility around location and travel
  • Highly supportive, non-political culture
  • Significant autonomy and scope to shape the role
  • Salary is £60,000-£70,000 plus an 8.5% non-contributory pension, with flexibility to pay more for the right candidate.

This role would suit someone looking to step into a visible, influential position where their work will have real-world impact.

Barclay Simpson, worldwide specialists in Compliance jobs: https://www.barclaysimpson.com/specialisms/compliance-jobs/

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