At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on legal matters to protect and promote English football's sustainability.
- Company: The Independent Football Regulator, dedicated to safeguarding football for fans and communities.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team committed to positive change in football.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the future of English football and its heritage.
- Qualifications: Legal expertise and a passion for sports governance.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 £ per year.
The Independent Football Regulator (IFR) has been established to protect and promote the sustainability of English football, for the benefit of fans and the local communities football clubs serve. The IFR will help improve financial sustainability of clubs, ensure resilience across the leagues, and safeguard the heritage of English football. It will operate a licensing regime; set corporate governance standards and monitor, protect, and promote financial resilience. It will also enforce compliance with requirements on financial regulation, club ownership and directors, fan engagement, and heritage protection. The IFR will also have powers to prohibit clubs from joining competitions that are not fair or meritocratic, or that threaten the heritage or sustainability of English football.
The IFR’s legal team plays a core role in advising and supporting all areas of our functions. This work will include advising, amongst other issues, on the IFR’s powers and obligations, current and future consultation exercises, the legal risks attaching to different regulatory strategies and approaches, regulatory investigations...
Legal Adviser employer: Independent Football Regulator
The Independent Football Regulator is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that prioritises the sustainability of English football. Employees benefit from meaningful work that directly impacts local communities, alongside opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive legal team. Located at the heart of the football industry, the IFR offers a unique chance to contribute to the heritage and future of the sport while enjoying a fulfilling career.
Contact Details:
Independent Football Regulator Recruitment Team
