Legal Adviser- Office Student

Office Overview

Office for Students (OfS) is the independent regulator of higher education in England. The organisation ensures that universities and colleges provide high-quality education and value for students and taxpayers.

The Legal Adviser role involves providing expert legal advice on regulatory, policy, and public law matters relating to the higher education sector.

• Advising on legislation affecting higher education institutions.
• Handling legal issues related to data protection, human rights, and consumer protection.
• Managing litigation including judicial review and regulatory appeals.
• Providing legal guidance to internal teams and senior management.
• Commissioning external legal counsel.
• Drafting legal guidance and internal policy documents.
• Supporting regulatory investigations and enforcement actions.

• Qualified solicitor or barrister.
• Experience in regulatory law, public law, or litigation.
• Strong legal research and advisory skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• Job Title: Legal Adviser
• Organisation: Office for Students
• Location: London or Bristol (Hybrid)
• Job Type: Permanent, Full-time
• Salary: £56,209 – £58,820 per year
• Additional
  
  Allowances:
  
  £5,000 allowance + London weighting (where applicable)

• Work on high-level regulatory legal matters.
• Exposure to public law and policy-making.
• Career growth within government legal services.
• Extensive training and development opportunities.

• Submit application through the official recruitment portal.
• Final date to receive applications:
  30 March 2026
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• Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews starting 13 April 2026
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