Job Title: Senior Policy Officer and Case Worker: Commissioner for Conduct
Hours: Full-time
Salary: £51,225
Location: High Holborn, London
The Bar Council represents over 18,000 barristers in England and Wales. It promotes the Bar’s high quality specialist advocacy and advisory services; fair access to justice for all; the highest standards of ethics, equality and diversity across the profession; and the development of business opportunities for barristers at home and abroad.
The Bar Council is the governing body and the Approved Regulator for the Bar of England and Wales. It discharges its regulatory functions through the independent Bar Standards Board.
The Bar Council is seeking a Senior Policy Officer to join the newly established Office of the Commissioner for Conduct. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a new function at the heart of the profession’s work to uphold standards of conduct and promote a safe, respectful and inclusive culture across the Bar.
The successful candidate will play a central role in the triage and assessment of reports relating to sexual harassment, bullying and other inappropriate behaviour. Working as part of a small and dedicated team, the Senior Policy Officer will help ensure concerns are handled sensitively, fairly, confidentially and efficiently, while contributing to the development of policies, processes and best practice within this important new area of work.
Reporting to the Head of Diversity and Inclusion and working with the Advisor to the Commissioner for Conduct, the Senior Policy Officer will:
* Triage and assess incoming reports and concerns relating to bullying, harassment, sexual harassment and other inappropriate conduct
* Support the development and implementation of policies, procedures and guidance
* Engage with stakeholders across the profession
* Maintain accurate and confidential records and case management systems
* Identify trends, risks and learning points to inform policy development and the Commissioner for Conduct’s work
* Contribute to training, communications and awareness-raising initiatives
* Support the wider work of the Commissioner for Conduct’s Office as it develops and evolves
We are looking for someone with:
* An understanding of issues relating to bullying, harassment and sexual harassment and the impact they have
* Excellent judgement and the ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and empathy
* Experience in policy, casework, support services or a related field
* Strong analytical and organisational skills
* The ability to communicate clearly and confidently with a range of stakeholders
* A commitment to equality, inclusion and high professional standards
This is a unique opportunity to join a brand-new team and contribute to work that will have a meaningful impact across the profession. You will help shape the development of the Office from the outset and play a key role in fostering a culture of accountability, respect and professionalism at the Bar.
The Bar Council offers a supportive and inclusive working environment, opportunities for professional development, and flexible working arrangements.
In return the Bar Council offers excellent terms and conditions of employment, including:
* Up to 27 days annual leave
* Up to 12% employer’s pension contribution
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
* Life cover, and more
Closing Date: 12th June
Proposed Interview Date: 29th June and 1st July 2026