As a key adviser to the Vice Chancellor and Chief Executive, the University Executive Board, and the Board of Governors, you will bring expert judgement, clarity, and assurance across the full breadth of legal and compliance issues. You will lead the University’s legal services, oversee statutory and regulatory compliance, support robust governance, and ensure effective risk management and business continuity.

With a strong legal or governance background, you’ll have a good understanding of higher education policy and the statutory/regulatory frameworks affecting universities, and bring sound judgement, excellent communication skills and the ability to offer clear, pragmatic advice in a complex environment.

Informal queries regarding this role are welcome and should be directed to Kerry Sampson on k.sampson@worc.ac.uk

Please note that this post may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route if your individual circumstances enable this in accordance with the Skilled Worker visa rules. For more information on how the Skilled Worker visa rules may apply to you please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa  

Please note that if not already an employee of the University of Worcester, the appointed candidate will be employed through our subsidiary company Uniworc Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of University of Worcester. Appointees of Uniworc Limited will automatically be enrolled into the Aviva FlexHE defined contribution pension scheme (subject to earnings and other eligibility criteria). 

Closing Date: 19 Apr 2026

Sub Department: Professional Services

Salary: £93,386 to £111,508