At Manchester United, we believe that excellence on the pitch starts with excellence off the pitch. Our team thrives in a high-performance environment, united by a shared passion for success. We aim to elevate the standard of performance through collaboration and continuous growth, creating a space where everyone can contribute their best to our common goals. 
  
We work together at our iconic Manchester United offices, enabling connection and innovation as we look ahead to what we can achieve as a global football club. We are excited to bring in passionate individuals who share our vision and drive for success. 

The Role: 
  
You will have the following key responsibilities:

• Take primary responsibility for overseeing Manchester United’s governance and compliance processes.
• Maintain and develop Manchester United’s internal policies, and oversee and monitor compliance with the same, including Manchester United’s governance controls (based on a policy of delegated authorities) and policies concerning ethics, anti-bribery and competition law.
• Conduct reviews and analysis of changes to the regulatory framework governing the football competitions in which Manchester United participates, and ensure relevant internal stakeholders are kept informed of such changes
• Lead from a legal perspective (or support the General Counsel) on discrete projects as they arise, including corporate transactions and responses to major incidents.
• Oversee and project manage litigation and other contentious matters.
• Identify, build business cases for, and implement technology solutions that enhance the efficiency and performance of the Legal & Business Affairs team.
• Manage or assist with company secretarial responsibilities for the UK entities within the Manchester United group.
• Support the General Counsel in managing and liaising with external legal service providers.
• Provide resource resilience across the Legal & Business Affairs team, which may include football-related transactional work, commercial projects, and operational matters.

The Person:

You will be a qualified solicitor with experience operating at a senior level and collaborating with colleagues from across a business who are subject matter experts and operate in a variety of different roles. The ideal candidate will thrive in a time-sensitive and high-profile environment, and enjoy being part of and contributing to a forward-looking and team-orientated department.
You will need to be able to quickly assess situations, and react in a calm, focused and pragmatic manner to a wide range of challenges that come from working as a lawyer in a professional football club.
  
Our Culture & Values 
  
Here at Manchester United, we place great emphasis on a culture of connection, respect, and teamwork. We expect our colleagues to be champions of growth—constantly evolving, pushing boundaries, and collaborating across all areas of the business to keep us at the top of our game. 
  Before applying, take a moment to reflect on our Manchester United values. If you’re driven by the pursuit of excellence, passionate about football, and eager to be part of something bigger, we’d love for you to join us. 

The Purpose: 

The Head of Legal – Governance & Regulatory will report directly to the General Counsel and serve as a member of the senior management team within the Legal & Business Affairs department.
This role requires a seasoned professional with experience operating at a senior level. The ideal candidate will excel in a fast-paced, high-profile environment, demonstrating strategic leadership and the ability to navigate complex legal and regulatory challenges with confidence and precision.