Legal and Governance co-ordinator Apprentice
- Location
Twickenham - Employer
RUGBY FOOTBALL UNION (RFU) - Provider
BPP Professional Apprenticeships - Wages
£20000 per annum - Level
Advanced Level 3 Apprenticeship - Apply by
Friday, October 10, 2025
Opportunity Details
· Support to the RFU Discipline Department on all matters relating to RFU discipline or regulatory breaches as directed
· Support the collation and review of evidence, drafting of charge letters, creation of charge bundles and coordination of hearings
· Maintain accurate records of disciplinary investigations and ensure timely updates to the case management system
· Conduct legal research and prepare summaries on regulatory, contractual, and governance matters
· Assist in the preparation of board and committee papers, ensuring compliance with governance protocols together with managing regulatory approval processes
· Attend meetings and governance forums as required, accurately recording minutes, tracking actions, and ensuring timely follow-up on legal and governance matters
· Assistance in the production/ review of any RFU disciplinary policies and forms, as required
· Undertake such other duties as maybe required from time to time that are consistent with the responsibilities of the post and the needs of the RFU
· Engage fully with the Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship programme, including off-the-job training and portfolio development
· Participate in professional discussions and project-based assessments as part of the End Point Assessment (EPA)
Kickstart Your Career!
Ready to kickstart your career? Check the key dates below and don’t miss your chance!
- Friday, September 26, 2025
- Friday, October 10, 2025
- Monday, October 27, 2025
- Monday, January 5, 2026
Skills Required
· Possess excellent organisational skills, and able to apply these to office systems and processes
· Must be capable of building strong relationships with the RFU’s stakeholders
· Must demonstrate a determined and concentrated application to work, focused on meeting deadlines
· Be an effective team member with sufficient flexibility and willingness to take on roles outside his/her normal functional responsibility when required
· Collaborative and respectful approach to working with internal and external stakeholders
· Commitment to continuous learning and development
· Where necessary, be available for evening and weekend work
Qualifications Required
Qualifications and Experience:
· Knowledge and understanding of legal systems and regulatory frameworks
· An interest in sports regulation and governance
· Strong written and verbal communication with a high attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive information
· Be competent in the use of Microsoft Office
· English and maths qualifications must be completed in line with the apprenticeship funding rules
Training
BPP apprenticeship training programmes are delivered virtually by our fully qualified and industry-experienced training team. Using their expert knowledge, we’ve purposefully built our programmes around the real-world use of modern technology, so that the skills we create can be directly applied in the workplace.
Throughout the apprenticeship learners receive coaching, help and guidance from a dedicated team who are there to ensure they get the most from their work experience.
Prospects
The opportunity may offer a permanent role upon completion of the apprenticeship depending on performance and availability.
Other Information
· All Role Holders must maintain a high standard of confidentiality. Any disclosures of confidential information (including personal information kept on computer or other media) made unlawfully outside the proper course of duty will be treated as a serious disciplinary matter
· Personal circumstances must allow the candidate to work extended hours on occasion during times of peak activity including evenings and weekends
· The role description, person specification, role grade and role title may be subject to change at the discretion of the RFU and in accordance with business developments. Any changes will be communicated to the role holder as appropriate
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