Lead Speechwriter

Experteer Overview As Lead Speechwriter you shape the Organisation's external and internal messaging by developing a strategic speechwriting program aligned with FCA priorities. You will work closely with the Chief Executive and Executive Team to craft clear, authentic speeches that land with diverse audiences. You will advise senior leaders on what to say and how to say it, building trusted relationships across the organisation. Your role combines technical leadership in storytelling and tone with line management of a speechwriter to deliver high-quality content that supports FCA objectives. Pay / Benefits

• Oversee a speechwriting strategy aligned with strategic priorities
• Craft impactful speeches for the Chief Executive and Executive Team
• Advise senior leaders on messaging, timing, and delivery
• Ensure speeches are authentic, compelling, and reflect individual voices
• Provide technical leadership on speechwriting, storytelling, tone of voice, and delivery
• Line manage a speechwriter, coaching and assuring quality of speeches and content

Tasks

• Significant experience drafting high-quality speeches in a high-profile organisation
• Strong written and verbal communication with ability to simplify complex issues
• Proven senior stakeholder management skills across a large organisation
• Excellent organisation and ability to manage multiple projects with deadlines
• Leadership experience or prior line management
• Interest in FCA's role, objectives, and the financial services sector

Key requirements

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Non-contributory pension (8-12%) and life assurance
• Private healthcare with Bupa
• Income protection
• 35 hours of paid volunteering annually
• Hybrid work model with minimum 40% in office (rising to 50-60% for leadership)