Part-Time Legal/Finance Assistant

Humanitarian Operations; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job description

Job Title: Part-Time Legal/Finance Assistant

Location: Edinburgh, Scotland

Type: Part-time, 3 days per week (In-office) / Full time

Contract Type: Permanent

About HOPE
Humanitarian Operations (HOPE), founded in 2004, is dedicated to saving life, sustaining life, and delivering aid as well as eradicating educational inequality globally. Initially established as a disaster relief organisation, HOPE has expanded its mission to ensure that every child has equal opportunities to become educated, regardless of background or nationality. We use cutting-edge entertainment technology to bring lessons to life and offer educational resources for free to those in need.

We are rapidly expanding and looking for dedicated individuals who share our vision and values to join us. We prioritise teamwork, honesty, flexibility, and personal growth, providing a space where everyone can thrive and contribute meaningfully to our mission.

What is it like to work at HOPE?
At HOPE, we operate a relatively flat organisational structure. We encourage everyone to bring their individuality and ideas to the table. Our work culture is collaborative and supportive, driven by our shared goal to create the best products and solutions. We reject micromanagement in favour of a more independent, goal-oriented approach.

Legal Support
Key Responsibilities:

1. Assist in managing and reviewing contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
2. Provide advice on charity law and company regulations, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
3. Support the legal team with charity registration, reporting, and governance matters.
4. Assist in handling any legal disputes or claims, liaising with external legal advisors as required.
5. Maintain and update legal documentation and files.

Financial Support

1. Assist in basic bookkeeping tasks, including invoice processing and expense tracking.
2. Support the preparation of financial reports and statements.
3. Help monitor the budget and ensure that financial records are kept up to date and compliant with relevant accounting standards.
4. Assist with payroll administration and employee expenses.
5. Liaise with external accountants, auditors, and financial advisors as necessary.

Skills And Experience

1. Previous experience in a legal or finance assistant role, ideally within a charity or non-profit organisation.
2. Strong knowledge of charity law, company regulations, and financial reporting.
3. Good understanding of financial administration, including bookkeeping and basic accounting.
4. Excellent attention to detail with strong organisational skills.
5. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
6. Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
7. Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel; experience with accounting software is a plus.

Desirable Attributes

1. A law degree, paralegal qualification, or equivalent experience in charity law or corporate law.
2. Previous experience with fundraising or grant management is an advantage.
3. Knowledge of GDPR and other relevant regulations.

What We Offer You

1. Real-world contribution in an impact-driven environment.
2. Opportunities for professional development and growth.
3. A supportive and collaborative team atmosphere.
4. A flexible, agile work culture focused on personal and professional fulfilment.

If you’re a self-motivated individual with a passion for law and finance and are looking for a part-time opportunity to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.