Corporate Charities Lawyer

Lipson Lloyd-Jones; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly regarded national law firm is looking for a Corporate Charities Lawyer with at least 5 years PQE. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in charity law, experience in transactional and advisory work, and a passion for the charity sector. The role involves advising on governance, establishing charities, and supporting clients with regulatory issues in a collaborative team environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to engage with high-profile charity clients and contribute to impactful projects.

Qualifications

• Strong background in charity law with at least 5 years PQE.
• Experience in both transactional and advisory work for charities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Advise on charity law, governance, and regulation.
• Establish new charities and draft governing documents.
• Draft and review funding agreements and collaborations.
• Support clients with Charity Commission applications.
• Provide advice on restructuring and corporate matters.

Skills

Charity law expertise

Transactional and advisory work

Teamwork and independence

Interest in charity sector

Education

5+ years PQE in charity law

Job description

THE FIRM

A highly regarded national law firm.

THE ROLE

A Corporate Charities Lawyer is sought to join a dynamic and growing team.

The firm has a strong reputation in the charity sector, acting as trusted adviser to charities and not-for-profits regionally, nationally and internationally.

They are committed to providing high-quality, practical legal advice that supports their clients' missions and values.

They include household charities, foundations, educational institutions, and social enterprises.

This role will ideally be located in Cambridge, Leeds or London.

THE PERSON

You will have a strong background within charity law, with 5+ years PQE, gained in a reputable firm with a substantive charity law practice or equivalent in-house experience.

You will have solid experience in both transactional and advisory work for charities and be able to demonstrate the ability to work both within a team and independently.

You are likely to have a passionate interest in this sector.

This opportunity will suit ambitious charity lawyers who have experience and/or a keen interest in advising charity clients on high-profile and interesting projects across the sector, and who want to be part of a truly collaborative and forward-thinking firm.

You will be involved in a wide range of matters, including:

• Advising on charity law, governance and regulation
• Establishing new charities, including drafting governing documents and supporting policy documentation
• Drafting and reviewing funding agreements and collaborations
• Supporting clients with Charity Commission & Privy Council applications and regulatory issues
• Providing advice on restructuring and corporate structures, including incorporations and mergers, joint ventures and charity trading

Experience of working with other not-for-profit structures is desirable, but not essential.

Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.