Zain is a Research Associate at CCAF where his focus has been on FinTech, Innovation and Financial inclusion. He is currently on secondment from the UK Financial Conduct Authority where he worked across a number of functions. Zain served as an engagement lead for Innovate, working Closely with global financial regulators and the UK Government as well as on the Global Financial Innovation Network. He also spent time with Enforcement, focusing on cases of financial crime including bribery, corruption and terrorist finance. Zain holds a bachelor's degree in Law.