At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on regulatory strategies, legal risks, and corporate governance for the IFR.
- Company: The Independent Football Regulator (IFR) focuses on legal compliance in football governance.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working patterns and a hybrid office environment in Manchester.
- Other info: This is a full-time, permanent position based in Manchester.
- Why this job: Join a team of eight lawyers with diverse expertise in a pivotal regulatory role.
- Qualifications: Significant corporate law experience is required to complement existing legal expertise.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
The IFR’s legal team plays a core role in advising and supporting all areas of our functions.
Role Responsibilities:
- Advising on the IFR’s powers and obligations
- Current and future consultation exercises
- The legal risks attaching to different regulatory strategies and approaches
- Regulatory investigations and enforcement
- Litigation and appeals
- The IFR’s decision-making obligations
- Corporate governance and wider public law issues
The Role:
We are looking to add an additional lawyer with significant corporate law experience to complement the existing expertise within the IFR’s legal function, which currently comprises eight lawyers with a range of public, regulatory, commercial and litigation skills/backgrounds. The role will be based in our Manchester office.
Job Details:
- Location: Manchester
- Contract type: Full time, Permanent
- Working pattern: Flexible working, Hybrid, Office based
- Closing Date: 10/07/2026
Independent Football Regulator – Legal Adviser in Manchester employer: UK Regulators' Network
The IFR offers a unique opportunity to shape football governance while enjoying flexible working arrangements. Located in Manchester, the legal team consists of eight skilled lawyers dedicated to regulatory excellence. Join us in making a significant impact in the football industry.
