Charity Solicitor

Howes Percival; Norwich; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Ontario is seeking a Charity Solicitor to join their Private Client Team. The role involves creating and registering charitable entities, advising on charity mergers, and engaging in business development activities. Ideal candidates will have experience dealing with charities, strong communication skills, and the ability to produce quality work. The firm offers a supportive environment, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a diverse team.

Benefits

Profit share scheme

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive private medical cover

25 days holiday entitlement

Paid charity day

Qualifications

• Experience in dealing with charities of various sizes.
• Ability to identify and apply relevant legal principles.
• Strong communication skills to develop relationships.

Responsibilities

• Create and register charitable entities.
• Advise on charity mergers and regulatory issues.
• Engage in business development activities.

Skills

Client relationship building

Charity law expertise

Judgment in legal practice

Supervisory skills

Business development

Job description

About The Role

Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time

Locations: Cambridge, Leicester, Milton Keynes, Northampton, Norwich, Oxford.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Charity Solicitor to join our Private Client Team based in any one of the locations above.

This is a great opportunity for someone who has the drive and enthusiasm to further their career, build strong client relationships and help to grow our charity practice.

Legal

• Creating and registering charitable entities
• Advising charity trustees on their role, duties and powers
• Advising on charity mergers and transfer of assets
• Preparing policies and other charity documentation
• Closing and de-registering charities
• Working with our property and employment teams on charity matters
• Liaising with the Charity Commission
• Advising on charity regulatory issues

Other

• Working with other team members to provide an excellent client service
• Engaging in business development and networking activities
• Supervising and training junior team members

A little about you

• Experience of dealing with charities of different sizes
• Uses own judgement but may need supervision at differing levels of transaction
• Identifies the legal principles relevant to the area of practice and applies them appropriately
• Uses experience to check the information provided
• Goes the extra mile and produces good quality work
• Approachable and able to develop and build relationships with clients and colleagues

About Us

At Howes Percival, we are driven by a commitment to our clients and a passion for achieving their goals. With a rich heritage spanning over 200 years, we have evolved into a leading law firm with a reputation for delivering exceptional results across a wide range of practice areas. Our team comprises highly skilled lawyers who combine deep industry knowledge with innovative thinking to provide strategic advice and tailored solutions to our diverse client base. As an employer, we value talent, diversity, and collaboration. We foster a supportive and inclusive culture where every team member is empowered to thrive and make a meaningful impact. Joining Howes Percival means being part of a dynamic growing and forward‑thinking firm dedicated to excellence in legal practice and client service.

Benefits

• We achieved a three-star “World Class” accreditation in the top 75 “Best Companies” (formerly The Sunday Times Best Companies Awards) and ranked 5th in the top 75 “UK’s Best Large Companies to Work For” category for 2025.
• We have been ranked #1 Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies for 2025 and #1 company in the East Midlands region.
• We have been accredited with “Investors in People” since 1996 and were shortlisted for Employer of the Year in 2023.
• Our lawyers come from a variety of backgrounds, many from larger and City firms, some from in‑house – we all share the same Howes Percival DNA and all of this rich experience is there for you to learn from.
• We offer a wide range of benefits for all our valued employees including (but not limited to); Perks at Work discounts, profit share scheme and discretionary bonus, 25 days holiday entitlement, one paid ‘charity day’ per year, comprehensive private medical cover, plus a well‑being calendar with a wide range of regular events.