Surrey FA are seeking a dedicated person with legal experience to join their team as an Independent Non-Executive Director. The Director will act as a custodian of the highest standards of legal integrity and governance, bringing recent and relevant legal experience, ideally in the area of commercial property, that will enable robust controls and secure systems of risk management.

• Voluntary role requiring a time commitment of approximately 1-2 days per month

• Opportunity to shape the future of Surrey FA

• Chance to work closely with the CEO and wider Board and be part of a team passionate about grassroots football

As the Independent Non-Executive Legal Director, you will:

• Provide strategic oversight and constructively challenge and review Surrey FA’s strategic plan

• Provide strategic leadership, guidance and advice to Surrey FA on legal matters

• Retain constant awareness of Surrey FA’s legal position and act to prevent problems

• Oversee the legal planning of Surrey FA by analysing its performance and risks

• Provide support to, and act as a sounding board for the CEO on legal matters

• Ensure compliance with regulations, statutes and guidelines

• Ensure legal controls and processes are in place whilst maintaining oversight of the Board’s legal responsibilities

• Instruct, oversee and liaise with external lawyers where appropriate

• Act as an ambassador for Surrey and represent the association to partners and stakeholders in a professional manner

The ideal candidate will have:

• A proven background working as a Legal Director or Partner, ideally in the area of commercial property. This will include working as a Senior Development Lawyer at either Legal Director or Partner level and/or legal qualifications

• A sound understanding of the volunteer/ professional relationship and how this can best work to support the work of the association

• An understanding of and a commitment to equality in action

• Knowledge of the Safeguarding Requirements for the association

• Interest in grassroots sport and knowledge & understanding of not -for-profit organisations

• Excellent interpersonal skills. The ability to form strong, productive relationships both internally and externally to the benefit of the association

• Decision-making skills. The appropriate use of knowledge and experience to make informed decisions to the benefit of the organisation

This is a voluntary role, requiring a time commitment of approximately 1-2 days per month. Relevant expenses will be paid in line with the current Surrey FA Expense Policy. Travel and accommodation expenses to FA events where The FA has agreed to reimburse the Association will also be covered.

Surrey FA are passionate about growing football and work collaboratively to venture into unchartered territories. They strive for excellence and make a lasting impact for the people and game they serve. They value everyone's individual experience and perspectives, and they are committed to promoting and embedding diversity and inclusion at all levels.

If you are passionate about football, have the relevant legal background working in, and want to make a significant contribution to the strategic direction of Surrey FA, we would love to hear from you.

Application Process and Closing Dates:

The closing date for applications is Monday 15th January 2024 at midday and the deadline for submission of the work-related questions is Wednesday 17th January 2024 at midday.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview with the selection panel on 8th February 2024.

Further dates may be added or additional round of interviews, if required. Successful candidates will be notified by w/c 22nd January 2024.

To apply for this role, you will need to first register your interest by submitting your CV. Your CV will only be used for information purposes and will not be relevant in the application process. You will then be emailed a response containing a link needed to answer some work-related questions. Our goal is to assess your approach to a problem and better understand what knowledge and skills you have. Your answers will be anonymised, randomised and reviewed by a diverse panel.

We also think giving feedback is incredibly valuable for candidates, so at the end of the process, you'll see how well you performed during the application process.

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