Legal, Governance & Compliance Manager

Showcase your talents as part of our vibrant Greater Manchester campus community. At the University of Greater Manchester, we’re committed to delivering a rewarding experience for all our students, characterised by greater prospects, greater connections and greater support. We’re a Guardian Top 35 ranked University, driven, in the main, by our consistently high student satisfaction ratings and our new approach to teaching, known as the ‘Greater Manchester Way’ will deliver distinctive teaching in an inclusive and supportive environment.

At the heart of our University is a commitment to integrity, accountability, and confident decision-making. We are now seeking an experienced Legal, Governance & Compliance Manager to act as a trusted guardian of these principles and to play a pivotal role in supporting the University’s leadership and governance framework.

The role

Working within the Registry and reporting to the Assistant Registrar, you will provide expert legal, governance, and compliance advice across the University Group. You will support and, where required, lead on a wide range of matters including student-related issues, contracts, intellectual property, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and committee servicing.

You will work closely with senior leaders, Board and committee members, and external advisers, ensuring that legal and governance arrangements are robust, compliant, and aligned with best practice across the Higher Education sector.

This is a high-impact role for a confident professional who can balance sound judgement, attention to detail, and a collaborative approach.

Key responsibilities

• Provide high-quality legal advice on contracts, disputes, intellectual property, and legislative compliance
• Interpret and advise on relevant legislation and regulatory guidance
• Support corporate governance activity across the University Group, including oversight of subsidiaries
• Provide company secretarial and committee servicing support where required
• Assist in the development, review, and implementation of governance policies and procedures
• Liaise with external legal advisers and coordinate legal matters as appropriate
• Advise senior leaders and Board members on governance, compliance, and legal risk
• Contribute to audit, risk management, and business continuity arrangements

Successful applicants will be required to prove their right to work in the UK prior to the commencement of their employment.  

Whilst the University of Greater Manchester is a licensed sponsor, under UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) not all roles are eligible for visa sponsorship. 

This position may not meet the criteria for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). 

Eligibility will be assessed in line with the Home Office requirements at the time of making the offer.

For further information, please visit:  https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job 

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