About the role
Bournemouth University operates in a highly regulated sector, with increasing regulatory requirements impacting all areas of its activities. The Senior Regulatory Lawyer and Deputy Clerk to the Board will lead legal advice provision and serve as Deputy Clerk to the Board, ensuring full clerking support for all Board members and Committees. The role reports to the Head of Legal Services and Corporate Governance and includes line management of Senior Governance Managers.
The University Board
The Board oversees the strategic development of the University, ensuring effective resource use and solvency. It comprises members from higher education, industry, commerce, students, and staff, led by an external Chair. Vice-Chancellor and some executive team members are also Board members. Six sub-committees report to the Board, including Audit, Risk and Governance; Finance and Resources; Remuneration; Nominations; and Student Experience, Quality and Standards.
The role
The successful candidate will work with the University Executive Team and Heads of Faculties and Services to provide specialist legal advice on regulatory compliance and governance. The role involves advising on frameworks such as the Office for Students (OfS), Consumer Protection Law, Charity Law, and Data Protection Law. Responsibilities include drafting legal and governance documents, reviewing contracts, and advising the Board and Committees.
Supporting the Clerk of the Board, the postholder will ensure compliance with the CUC Governance Code, lead on effectiveness reviews, Board recruitment, and regulatory reporting. When deputising for the Clerk, the role involves liaising with the Chair, Vice-Chancellor, and regulator (OfS). The role requires staying current with changes in legal, regulatory, and governance requirements.
Bournemouth University offers benefits including 30 days annual leave, hybrid working, and a Local Government Pension Scheme with 18% employer contributions.
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