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Regulatory Counsel
Motorsport UK
Motorsport UK is the national governing body for four-wheeled motorsport in the UK, responsible for the rules, safety, licensing and development of motor sport across the country.
Job Posted- 22 Oct 2026
Status- Full Time
Location- England
Closing date- 3 Nov 2026
Motorsport UK, the national governing body for four-wheeled motorsport in the UK, is looking for a Regulatory Counsel to lead its regulatory legal function. Based at its Bicester Motion headquarters, you will manage day-to-day regulatory and disciplinary matters and provide practical legal advice across the organisation.
The Role
Reporting to the Operations Director, you will lead the triage and progression of instructions received by the Legal Department, working closely with the Paralegal and Consultant General Counsel. You will use sound judgement to decide which matters need senior input, escalating complex or high-risk matters such as serious incidents, litigation and complex disciplinary proceedings, and you will supervise the Commercial Counsel and Paralegal.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the Legal Department’s case-management and triage process, assessing incoming matters by legal, regulatory, reputational and liability risk
- Manage day-to-day regulatory and disciplinary matters, including complaints, safeguarding investigations, licence matters and appeals
- Advise Motorsport UK officials, including Stewards and Clerks of the Course, on judicial and regulatory processes and the National Competition Rules
- Support the preparation and progression of matters referred to the National Court, and attend and advise the Judicial and Rules Committees
- Draft and review regulations, policies, procedures and regulatory guidance
- Manage and respond to escalated complaints under the Complaint Policy
- Supervise, train and support the Commercial Counsel and Paralegal
About You
- Qualified solicitor or barrister in England and Wales, or equivalent UK qualification
- At least 2 years’ in-house legal experience (within sport is desirable)
- Experience of advising on regulatory matters, in-house or in private practice
- Strong legal analysis, drafting and communication skills
- Sound judgement in assessing legal, regulatory, reputational and liability risk
- Strong case-management skills and confidence using legal AI and workflow management software
- Desirable: experience of disciplinary, judicial or investigations work, and an understanding of motorsport
Key Details
- Location: Motorsport UK, Bicester Motion (hybrid: 4 days in the office, 1 day remote)
- Contract: Full time, 37.5 hours per week (core hours 09:00–17:30, Monday to Friday)
- Closing date: Tuesday 3 November 2026 at 23:59
How to Apply
Please send your CV and covering letter to [email protected].