REGULATORY LAWYER - BRITISH HORSERACING AUTHORITY
LONDON (HYBRID WORKING)
UP TO £55,000 BASIC SALARY
PERMANENT ROLE


Role Overview:

Morgan Philips Specialist Recruitment are delighted to be assisting the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) in their search for a Regulatory Lawyer.

The BHA is the governing body of what many consider to be the best racing in the world. It is responsible for promoting, representing and regulating the sport, which is at the heart of a major leisure and entertainment sector, a leading betting product and the focus of an important breeding sector.

In contributing to this broad objective, the specific role of the regulatory department is to ensure that British Horseracing is seen as a capable and progressive regulator, delivering high levels of integrity whilst at the same time working towards delivering the right conditions to ensure growth of the sport; ensuring the highest standards of regulation, and promoting confidence within the industry. As such, fairness between participants, clarity and consistency, and the promotion of the safety and welfare of horses and people in the sport are key.

The Regulatory Lawyer reports into the Head of Regulation and is accountable for regulatory legal advice, providing legal support to the Regulatory team and undertaking the BHA’s case management function for prosecutions of breaches of the Rules of Racing, Code of Conduct and Safeguarding Regulations. The role includes case presentation as well as advisory work and the drafting of new rules and regulations.

The role also includes managing cases from completion of the investigation through to a final hearing. This includes drafting initial advices, charges, schedules and running of case files. The successful candidate will also support the senior lawyers and in-house counsel in the preparation of complex cases.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

*Managing a varied caseload within the team
*Supporting the non-lawyers with any legal matters
*Working collaboratively with investigators and lawyers to progress cases.
*Act as a liaison between the BHA and external third parties (police, local council and stakeholders).
*Case manage and remain a key point of contact for prosecutions brought under the Rules of Racing, Code of Conduct or Safeguarding Regulations
*Drafting and finalising any witness statements, other documentation or correspondence in relation to any Inquiry.
*Provide regulatory advice to employees of the BHA when required.
*Assist the Investigations Team by providing advice on investigations, assessment of evidence gathered and appropriate further investigations if required.
*Prepare the BHA Case and evidential bundle for any matters which are considered to meet the charging standard.
*Presentation of cases to the Disciplinary Panel at Inquiry or instruct legal Counsel and assist them in the preparation of cases where appropriate.
*Continuously seek to update the Authority’s procedures in the above areas to ensure efficiency of process.
*Continuously develop working knowledge of the Rules of Racing and assist with drafting Rule amendments for submission to the Rules Committee.
*Advise stakeholders on the Rules of Racing
*Advise on any formal objections by the Authority to the licensing or registration of individuals considered unsuitable to participate in the sport.
*Update and be accountable for regular Progress Reports to the Head of Regulation, Chief Regulatory Officer and the Disciplinary Officer if required.
*Assist with and play an active role in ongoing projects within the organization.
*Any other duties as required by the Head of Regulation.


ABOUT YOU:

*Fully qualified lawyer holding an appropriate practising certificate
*Previous experience managing a large and complex caseload within a confidential legal environment.
*Experience of operating in a confidential and sensitive manner
*Experience of dealing with a high volume of varied legal related administration.
*Strong organisational skills with the ability to multi-task, deal with a high volume of administrative tasks and prioritise, to deliver results to tight deadlines with the minimum of supervision
*Ability to set up own administration processes or follow existing procedures
*Able to display a high level of discretion and diplomacy, even under pressure.
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