Insurance & Legal OfficerUniversity
0.7FTE, 25.9 hours per week
About the department
The Governance and Legal Team plays a vital role in ensuring the University meets its legal, governance and regulatory responsibilities. Working closely with stakeholders across the University, the team supports the University's corporate governance framework, information governance compliance and insurance activities, student casework management, the provision of legal services, and secretariat services to support the institution in achieving its mission and objectives.
About the role
We are seeking an organised and proactive professional Insurance and Legal Officer to join our Governance and Legal Team within the Chief Financial Officer Directorate.
This is an exciting opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of insurance, information governance and legal matters, supporting the University in meeting its legal, regulatory and compliance responsibilities.
As a key member of the team, you will manage day-to-day insurance arrangements, coordinate information governance activities, and support legal and contractual matters across the institution.
You will also contribute to the University's governance framework by providing support for committees, boards, and panel meetings.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative and supportive environment, where your work will contribute directly to the University's commitment to fairness, transparency, and student success.
How to apply
To apply for this position, please complete the Application for Employment form, taking care to address the Essential and Desirable criteria in the Supporting Statement section. A cover letter is not necessary. CVs will not be accepted.
Contact details
If you would like more information about the role then please contact Ruth Neal - [email protected]
Key dates
Closing date: 30th September 2026
Interview: 21st October 2026
To avoid disappointment, please apply early - should we find suitable candidate/s, we will close the advertisement.
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The University is committed to building a diverse and inclusive staff community and welcomes applications from currently under-represented sections of our workforce. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, demonstrating our commitment to ensuring that the University is inclusive and accessible. As part of this commitment, we guarantee an interview to applicants who meet the definition of disability set out in the Equality Act 2010 and who meet the essential criteria within the person specification.
The University has also signed the Armed Forces Covenant, demonstrating our commitment to ensuring that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, are treated fairly and are not disadvantaged. For applicants, this means we aim to ensure fair and equitable treatment throughout the recruitment process, recognise and value the transferable skills and experience gained through military service. As part of this commitment, we guarantee an interview to veterans and military spouses/partners who meet the essential criteria within the job specification.