Associate, Charities

Taylor Root; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Leading City Firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Charities Associate with 2-5 years’ PQE to join its acclaimed Charities and Community team. You will work on complex, high-profile matters for UK and international clients in the charity and not-for-profit sector, covering charity structuring, governance and regulatory issues.

The role offers exposure to significant projects, along with opportunities for thought leadership, client training and business development within a collaborative,

Qualifications

• 2-5 PQE, ideally with charity law experience.
• Strong academic record and excellent communication skills.
• Experience or interest in governance, constitutional and regulatory matters.
• Ability to manage smaller projects independently while supporting larger mandates.
• Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Charity structuring and restructuring.
• Governance and constitutional matters.
• Advising on trading arrangements and non-charitable subsidiaries.
• Charity tax and fundraising regulation.
• Supporting on mergers, reorganisations and compliance projects.
• Opportunity to contribute to thought leadership, client training and business development initiatives.

Skills

2-5 PQE

Charity law

Communication skills

Governance

Project management

Client focus

Education

Strong academic record

Job description

Charities Associate | 2-5 PQE | Leading City Firm

About the Firm

This leading independent City firm is recognised for its expertise in advising prestigious clients across commercial, private and not-for-profit sectors. Its collaborative and collegiate culture underpins work that is intellectually stimulating and socially impactful, attracting top-tier talent and fostering professional development.

The Role

The firm is seeking an Associate with 2-5 years’ PQE to join its highly ranked Charities and Community team. The role offers a unique opportunity to work on complex, high-profile matters for prominent UK and international clients in the charity and not-for-profit sector. Work will include:

• Charity structuring and restructuring
• Governance and constitutional matters
• Advising on trading arrangements and non-charitable subsidiaries
• Charity tax and fundraising regulation
• Supporting on mergers, reorganisations and compliance projects
• You will also have the opportunity to contribute to thought leadership, client training and business development initiatives.

What They’re Looking For

• 2-5 PQE, ideally with charity law experience
• Strong academic record and excellent communication skills
• Experience or a strong interest in governance, constitutional and regulatory matters
• Ability to manage smaller projects independently while supporting on larger mandates
• Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach

Why Apply?

The role offers the chance to join a Band 1 ranked team operating at the forefront of charity law, working on matters that combine technical complexity with real-world impact. Expect first-rate work, top of market remuneration and an attractive bonus scheme, alongside unparalleled exposure to sector-leading expertise and career development opportunities.