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The Financial Services Authority invites dedicated, dynamic and committed individuals to join its team and help contribute to the success of the financial services industry.

Job Description

Market Conduct Analyst

Market Conduct and Financial Inclusion Section

Job Purpose:

To provide technical and analytical support in the supervision of the conduct of non-bank financial institutions, including virtual asset service providers (VASPs). The Analyst monitors market behavior through data analysis, reviews commercial advertisements, assists in investigations, and contributes to the section’s conduct risk monitoring to ensure that licensed entities treat their customers fairly and operate with transparency.

Summary of Duties:

• Monitor and review advertisements, marketing materials, websites, social media, and other digital platforms to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and identify misleading, fraudulent, or unauthorized financial activities.
• Support market surveillance activities by identifying unlicensed operators and potential conduct breaches, particularly within the virtual asset and digital finance sectors.
• Analyse consumer complaints, regulatory returns, and market data to identify conduct risks, emerging trends, and areas requiring regulatory intervention.
• Assist in the maintenance of conduct risk monitoring tools, dashboards, and reports to support regulatory oversight and decision-making.
• Conduct research and benchmarking on international consumer protection and conduct standards to support the development of regulatory guidance and best practices.
• Perform initial assessments of consumer complaints, gather relevant information, and assist with investigations and inspections of regulated entities.
• Review licence applications and conduct histories to support fit and proper assessments from a conduct and consumer protection perspective.
• Assist with on-site inspections, evidence gathering, case file management, and the preparation of technical reports and regulatory observations.
• Review contractual terms, fee structures, and product documentation to ensure fairness, transparency, and consumer protection.
• Maintain accurate records, files, and documentation in accordance with regulatory and internal procedures.
• Carry out any other duties assigned by the Manager, Market Conduct and Financial Inclusion.

Benefits

Salary:

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Job Requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, Statistics, Economics, or a related field. A postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline is desirable.
• 2–3 years of experience in auditing, compliance, legal research, financial data analysis, or a related role within the financial services sector.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and report writing is essential.
• Experience in conducting audits, inspections, or investigations in a regulatory or financial services environment is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with the Seychelles financial legislative landscape (FSA Act, Insurance Act, Securities Act, VASP Act) is an advantage.
• Professional certification or membership in a relevant body (e.g., ACAMS, ICA, CISI, or equivalent) is desirable.

How To Apply

Interested candidates should Sign-up or login to apply now or please forward your covering letter, curriculum vitae, certificates references and referees to:

Director Human Resources
Financial Services Authority
P.O. Box 991, Bois De Rose Avenue, Mahe

Email: [email protected]

Closing date of application 7th July 2026

Note:

In order to increase your chances of a successful selection, kindly ensure that your application is complete and that all relevant information such as your qualifications have been provided with your application.   Otherwise, the Employer reserves the right not to consider your application for selection.