Quantum Computing Specialist – FTC

Financial Conduct Authority

Regulating financial services firms and financial markets in the UK,

We regulate financial services firms in the UK, to keep financial markets fair, thriving and effective. By joining us, you’ll play a key part in protecting consumers, driving economic growth and shaping the future of UK finance services.

The Data, Technology and Innovation (DTI) division enables the FCA to be a digital‑first, data‑led smart regulator by delivering a secure, agile and cost‑effective technology and data ecosystem that drives better decisions, transparency and operational efficiency.

Sitting within DTI, the Strategy & Architecture team supports enabling the FCA Strategy through strategic advice, partnership with stakeholders and targeted research into emerging technologies, aligned with overall Enterprise Architecture.

• Join the team driving the FCA’s exploration of quantum computing, identifying high‑impact opportunities and testing proofs of concept that could reshape how financial regulation is delivered.
• Work across the FCA to uncover problems where novel computational methods could offer powerful new solutions.
• Advance the FCA’s technical capability by developing expertise within the Emerging Tech & Research team, combining quantum insight with deep understanding of the regulatory or financial regulatory landscape.
• Opportunity for candidates from an academic background to transition into financial services as the sector continues to explore the early adoption of quantum computing.
• Work on cutting‑edge challenges by turning complex regulatory and financial problems into quantum‑based models, testing proofs of concept that could redefine how regulation is delivered.
• Collaborate across disciplines, shape the regulatory use of technology while joining a diverse, curious team committed to collaboration and continuous learning.

Location: London, Leeds, Edinburgh

Contract type: Contract, Fixed term, Full time

Profession: IT, Specialist

Working pattern: Flexible working, Hybrid

Closing Date: 26/01/2026