Legal Counsel - Charitable Foundation

Taylor Root; London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable foundation in London is seeking a Legal Counsel to manage charity law, commercial contracts, and governance. This unique role offers hybrid working and a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate has experience in charity law and commercial law gained at a law firm or in-house, ideally with exposure to international organisations. Join a values-driven team making a global impact.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Hybrid working (min. 2 days/week in the office)

4-day week considered

Generous benefits

Qualifications

• Experience in charity law and commercial contracts gained at a law firm or in-house.
• Strong understanding of governance in a non-profit context.
• Experience with international organisations, publishing and media is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Cover charity law and governance for the foundation.
• Manage commercial contracts and related legal matters.
• Work closely with the Chief Legal Officer to shape the legal function.

Skills

Charity law and governance

Commercial contracts

IP

Data protection

Job description

Overview

Legal Counsel - Charitable Foundation | London

Our client is a unique, values-led organisation and we are looking to hire an experienced lawyer to join the team (title depending on experience).

This is a rare opportunity to join a growing non-profit foundation with a fantastic culture of authenticity, that is making a global impact.

Responsibilities

The role is broad and meaningful, covering:

• Charity law and governance
• Commercial contracts
• IP, data protection and more

You'll report to and work closely with a busy and inspiring Chief Legal Officer, helping to shape the legal function as the organisation expands.

What we are looking for

We are looking for a commercially minded, collaborative and curious individual with a passion for purpose-led work. The successful candidate will have strong charity law and commercial contracts experience gained at a law firm or in-house.

Experience with international organisations, publishing and media and/or philanthropic foundations is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary
• Hybrid working (min. 2 days/week in the office)
• 4-day week considered
• Generous benefits

If this sounds like you, or someone you know, we'd love to hear from you.

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