***PLEASE NOTE APPLICATIONS ARE NOT BEING ACCEPTED VIA ECB RECRUITMENT PORTAL ***

HOW TO APPLY

Applications and expressions of interest are being managed by Hydrogen Group and Pure Search who are leading the process on behalf of the ECB. Applications submitted via the ECB portal will not be reviewed.

To learn more about the role or to submit your application, please email one of the following:

• Cameron McCammon - cameronmccammon@hydrogengroup.com

• Chris Convey - ChrisConvey@puresearch.com

Please do not apply via this BeApplied platform.

PURPOSE

The successful candidate for this role will provide legal support to the organisation with a particular focus on regulatory and contentious matters.  The role will work across a number of areas to ensure that the ECB meets the highest regulatory standards and is protected from litigation.   

WHO WE ARE

The England and Wales Cricket Board is the national governing body for all cricket in England and Wales, supporting the game at every level – from grassroots to professional.

We believe cricket is a force for good that can have an enduring impact on everyone’s lives and we have an ambitious strategy to inspire a generation to say ‘cricket is a game for me’. It provides great entertainment. It teaches important skills, both physical and social.  It can help inclusion and social cohesion, bringing communities together.

The ECB wants cricket to be the most inclusive sport in England and Wales. The ECB welcomes applications from all backgrounds to ensure we deliver our Inspiring Generations strategy and fulfil our purpose to connect communities and improve lives through cricket.

OUR VALUES

• Run on respect. We ensure our game is based on fairness, respect and decency. 

• Embrace enjoyment. We make sure everyone finds fun in the game. 

• Build belonging. We actively include so everyone can find a place in the game. 

• Progress with purpose. We stay open to change to keep the game moving forward. 

YOU’LL LOVE THIS JOB IF

• You have an interest in sport and are keen to work for a national governing body of a major sport.

• You have excellent legal skills and practical judgment with strong problem-solving skills. 

• You enjoy being part of the business and contributing to wider organisational objectives.

• You enjoy implementing changes to seek improvements.

• You enjoy acting as a facilitator looking for solutions. 

YOU’LL BE DOING

• Providing excellent legal advice to the ECB on all regulatory and contentious matters. 

• Drafting and advising on ECB rules and regulations across a wide range of areas.

• Managing disputes and litigation as required. 

• Providing corporate governance advice to the ECB.

• Ensuring relevant policies are up to date and adhered to.

• Effectively assessing and managing risks to the ECB.

• Providing instructions to external counsel where appropriate.

  Please note that this role is office based and requires you to be in the office a minimum of three days per week.

YOU’LL HAVE

• The right to work in the UK.

• Qualified as a solicitor with substantial knowledge of English law (and the authorisation to work as a solicitor in England and Wales). (essential)

• Experience working with regulations and regulated environments.

• The ability to provide robust legal advice in a practical manner.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player.

• The ability to work effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

• Excellent planning and time management skills.

• Experience of Sports Law (desirable).

• Basic DBS check.

YOU’LL RECEIVE

• Competitive salary

• Holiday - 25 days a year

• Volunteering – 2 days a year

• Pension Scheme

• Private medical insurance

• Employee health cash-back plan

• Long-term sickness insurance

• Life assurance - a multiple of your annual basic salary 

• Enhanced family leave and pay

• OpenBlend - an innovative coaching and performance management tool

• Learning and Development - a range of programmes and initiatives to help you develop and reach your potential

• Employee Assistance Programme - 24/7 confidential access to expert services including counselling, wellbeing, and independent legal and financial advice

• Cycle 2 Work Scheme

• Season ticket loan

• Preferential access to tickets to England games

• Opportunities to be a part of and be involved in our Employee Resource groups: Women in Cricket Employee Network, Race in Cricket Employee Network, Social Equality in Cricket Employee Network, Cricketability Employee Network (formerly called the Disability in Cricket Employee Network) and LGBTQ+ Community in Cricket Employee Network

Please note that this role is office based and requires you to be in the office a minimum of three days per week.