Paralegal, Charities & Grants

Graff Search; London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading charity seeks a paralegal with charity law experience to join their legal team. The role involves assisting with contract drafting, governance, and providing legal advice. Ideal for someone passionate about human rights and non-profit work.

Qualifications

• Experience in the charity sector or NGO.
• Familiarity with complex agreements and corporate law.

Responsibilities

• Assist with contract drafting and negotiations.
• Support governance and legal documentation matters.
• Conduct legal research and provide ad hoc legal advice.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Initiative

Job description

Job Description

Paralegal, Not-for-Profit

This charity is an independent philanthropic organisation specialising in providing basic and essential human rights to vulnerable people in a number of different countries.

About the Opportunity

A unique opportunity now exists for a paralegal with charity law and grants experience to join the legal team. In this role, you will assist with contract drafting (particularly grants contracts) and negotiations, support matters relating to governance, legal documentation, and due diligence. You will also assist with ad hoc legal advice and conduct legal research. Additionally, you will help improve processes and raise awareness within the organisation about the importance of legal issues, always upholding the organisation's values.

About You

The role requires a paralegal with experience in the charity sector or an NGO. Familiarity with complex agreements, corporate law, or funds would be advantageous. A keen interest in working for a not-for-profit organisation is essential. You must have excellent interpersonal skills, be willing to learn, and demonstrate initiative.

This is an exceptional opportunity to be part of a truly unique non-profit organisation and to play a key role in the legal and operational work of this international charity.