At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team in providing expert advice and developing professional standards.
- Company: Join a top legal and regulatory team in Central London.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Dynamic role with excellent career progression and a focus on equality and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a collaborative environment while advancing your legal career.
- Qualifications: Legal qualification and experience in advisory roles are essential.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and analytical Standards and Advice Manager to join a specialist legal and regulatory team. This role is ideal for a legally qualified professional with strong advisory and leadership experience who is looking to combine people management with high-level policy and regulatory work in a collaborative environment.
The Role
Reporting to the Standards & Advisory Lead, you will play a key role in managing advice services, supporting committee work and contributing to the development of professional standards and guidance. You will line manage a small team, oversee advisory outputs and work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure high-quality, consistent and compliant practice.
Key responsibilities include:
- Line managing and developing Standards and Advice Officers and administrative staff
- Ensuring team members deliver high-quality, accurate and consistent advice to stakeholders
- Supporting the leadership and development of the Standards and Advice function
- Supporting the work of the Standards Committee, including preparing agendas, drafting papers and coordinating meetings
- Drafting updates and amendments to professional codes of conduct and supporting guidance
- Providing expert advice on professional conduct matters via telephone and email
- Supporting sub-committees and panels, including certification and ethics-related work
- Assisting with projects and working groups linked to regulatory standards and governance
- Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders on regulatory and advisory matters
- Supporting development of internal protocols, guidance and best practice resources
- Contributing to analysis of advisory work and responding to audits
- Supporting delivery of internal and external training programmes
About You
You will be a confident and thoughtful legal professional with strong advisory skills and leadership experience. You will be comfortable managing complex issues, supporting a team and contributing to strategic initiatives in a regulated environment.
Essential:
- A legal qualification
- Experience providing high-quality advice in a public-facing or regulatory environment
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex issues and develop solutions
- Excellent written and drafting skills
- Clear, logical and practical approach to problem-solving
- Strong organisational and administrative skills
- Excellent communication skills, including a confident telephone manner
- Strong IT skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team
- A customer-focused approach, with professionalism and sensitivity
Desirable:
- Line management experience
- Experience working with committees or governance structures
- Experience within a regulatory or professional body
Standards Manager (Permanent) in London employer: Morgan Spencer
Morgan Spencer is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and collaborative work environment in the heart of Central London. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have access to growth opportunities while working alongside a talented team dedicated to maintaining high professional standards. The company values diversity and inclusion, ensuring that all employees feel respected and empowered in their roles.
