Introduction to the ITF

International Tennis Federation (ITF) is the world governing body of tennis. Founded in 1913, its purpose is to ensure the long-term growth and sustainability of the sport, delivering tennis for future generations in association with its 213 member nations. The ITF oversees the rules and regulations that govern international and national competition.

The ITF is responsible for the worldwide development of tennis through its highly regarded Development Programme, its Science and Technical department which monitors equipment and technology, and its Officiating department which oversees the education and advancement of officials. The ITF is the owner and co-owner of the two largest annual international team competitions in tennis, the Davis Cup and Billie Jean King Cup (BJKC) by Gainbridge and manages the Olympic and Paralympic Tennis Events on behalf of the IOC and IPC. The ITF organises over 1,500 weeks of men’s, women’s and junior tournaments on the ITF World Tennis Tour, ITF Beach Tennis Tour, UNIQLO Wheelchair Tennis Tour and the ITF Masters Circuit. The ITF upholds the highest standards of integrity and is a partner in the International Tennis Integrity Agency.

More information about the organisation, the board and senior leadership team can be found here

The role

The Senior Counsel, Governance & Regulatory provides in-house legal support to the ITF, primarily in relation to corporate governance and compliance, data protection, sports regulation and disciplinary issues, dispute resolution, and some commercial matters. This role involves work on disciplinary, regulatory and other contentious matters under the applicable ITF competition regulations.

This role reports to the Executive Director, Legal Services, and oversees the Governance & Regulatory Counsel. The responsibilities of the role are split across two members of the team, each working hours equivalent to 50% of a full-time employee.

This is a part time role. The successful candidate will be expected to work 17.5 hours per week between normal office hours of 09.00 and 17.00 Monday to Friday (with core hours of 10.00-16.00), ideally spread over 4 days per week.

For further information, please see the job description here

How to Apply

To apply, candidates should send the following documents to the below application email address:

• Letter of application highlighting relevant experience
• Up to date curriculum vitae

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Close Date: 16:00 hrs on Monday 17th November 2025.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond individually to candidates, therefore only successful candidates will be contacted for an interview.  Please note that interviews may be conducted via video call.

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 A DBS check may be required of the successful applicant.

Equality, diversity & inclusion (EDI) is a fundamental priority for the ITF. Our philosophy focusses on embedding inclusive behaviours and processes across every element of our business practices.