We are seeking to appoint a Chancellor to serve as Judge of the Consistory Court and provide expert legal guidance across the Diocese.

The Chancellor is the independent judge of the Consistory Court, responsible for determining faculty applications and other legal matters relating to church buildings, land, and burial issues. The role also involves providing legal advice to the Bishop, Registrar, and Diocesan bodies. This is a senior and highly respected appointment, offering the opportunity to contribute to the life and mission of the Church through the application of ecclesiastical law with wisdom, independence, and pastoral sensitivity.

Who We Are Looking For

You will combine legal excellence with an understanding of the mission and context of the Church of England and have

• Expertise in ecclesiastical law
• Judicial experience or experience equivalent to that of a Circuit Judge
• Sound judgement, independence, and integrit...