England Golf | Legal Counsel
6 days ago
Legal and Governance Officer
0-4 years PQE, salary dependant on experience
+ employee assistance programme, private healthcare and/or health cash plan, 3x salary life assurance, enhanced pension and family policies, golf benefits, discount platform and up to 36 days annual leave (includes bank holidays and company days)
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are disability confident committed. If you are not able to complete the online application and would like this in an alternative format, please contact Amy, Holly, James or Mary-Anne
As the Legal and Governance Officer you will provide legal counsel across a sports governing body ensuring that the highest standards of compliance are upheld. This role works across the organisation, providing a wide variety of counsel which will include matters relating to corporate governance, safeguarding, disciplinary and appeals, legal and commercial contracts, policy development and provision of advice to affiliated golf clubs and county bodies.
We are looking for someone who has a legal qualification (0-4 years PQE) and has a wide understanding of the English law and legal system. You will need an understanding of one or more of the following: employment law, commercial law, disciplinary, compliance or regulatory frameworks, equality act, litigation. You must possess strong communication skills with the ability to explain legal terminology in an understandable way to those of a non-legal background, have a high level of integrity, discretion and trust. You will need to be comfortable researching and providing advice on areas of law outside your specialism, supported by the team.
The post is full-time (Monday - Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm core hours) however, you may be required to travel as necessary for the delivery of the role. The position is based at England Golf Headquarters, The National Golf Centre, The Broadway, Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire, LN10 6PU. We offer a hybrid working arrangement (three days in office and two from home) following our 6-week onboarding process.
As the national governing body for amateur golf, we work at the heart of golf in England, supporting and empowering a thriving community of players, counties and clubs to get the most out of the game we love. We value being Inclusive, Honest, Responsible, Excellent and Supportive. We passionately believe that golf belongs to everyone. All who play, and all who aspire to play, must have an equal opportunity to do so. This role will play a part in ensuring that this is the reality across England.
For the full job description please visit our website ( and to apply please complete the online application process (no CVs please).
Closing date for applications: Monday 23 January 2025 at 12 noon
Interviews take place: First interviews are week commencing 3 February 2025 at Woodhall Spa, Lincolnshire.
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