Regulatory Policy Manager

Job Title: Senior Policy Officer

Location: High Holborn, London

Salary: £55,000 to £60,000 - Band 4

Working Pattern: Hybrid working policy - Minimum 4 days per month in the office, plus events and collaboration

The Role

This senior role in the BSB’s Strategy, Policy and Insights team reports to the Head of Policy. The post holder will lead the development, design, and delivery of key policies aligned with the BSB’s Strategic Plan, aiming to enhance the legal services market in England and Wales in the public interest.

Responsibilities include setting and maintaining high professional standards for Barristers via the BSB Handbook, supporting the authorisations team, and staying informed about emerging opportunities and challenges in the legal sector.

Key Responsibilities

1. Leading a review of the BSB’s Entities Statement and supporting regulatory arrangements
2. Developing responses to policy inquiries related to the BSB Handbook
3. Supporting other policy initiatives as needed
4. Line managing a Senior Policy Officer
5. Providing support to the Head of Policy and the Director of Strategy, Policy and Insight

Skills and Experience

• Understanding of professional regulation, preferably in legal services
• Strong analytical and project management skills
• Excellent communication, drafting, and presentation skills
• Ability to work independently and within matrix arrangements

About the BSB

The Bar Standards Board (BSB) regulates barristers and legal services in England and Wales, ensuring standards and maintaining the rule of law. We value a friendly, respectful environment, flexible working, impactful work, and diverse opportunities.

Benefits

• Hybrid working with at least four days in the office per month
• Up to 31 days annual leave plus transfer scheme
• Up to 12% employer pension contributions
• Parental leave and flexible policies
• Additional benefits including discounts and rewards

Application Process

Submit your CV and covering letter addressing the essential criteria. To promote fairness, remove personal details from your application materials. The BSB is a Disability Confident employer and guarantees interviews for candidates with disabilities who meet the criteria. For reasonable adjustments, contact Vivien Bock at 0207 611 4699.

We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity for all applicants.