Senior Legal Officer, NFP PEOPLE

Guardian Jobs; London Borough of Harrow; Hybrid; GBP 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to improving outcomes for vulnerable children and families. As a Senior Legal Officer, you will play a key role in supporting grant giving and contracting functions. This impactful position involves reviewing and consolidating legal templates, advising on compliance, and ensuring best practices in contract management. With a commitment to diversity and inclusivity, the organization offers excellent benefits, including generous leave, pension contributions, and mental health support. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference while enjoying a flexible and supportive work environment.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus birthday leave

Enhanced sick and parental leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Life cover at 4x annual salary

Bike to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in contract law and contracting within a not-for-profit environment.
• Law degree or similar qualification is essential.

Responsibilities

• Review and consolidate grant and service agreement templates for compliance.
• Advise on due diligence processes and legal considerations for collaborations.
• Develop robust contracting processes to ensure ongoing compliance.

Skills

Contract Law

Legal Compliance

Grant Management

Negotiation Skills

Education

Law Degree

Job description

Senior Legal Officer

We are looking for a Senior Legal Officer to support the organisation’s grant giving and contracting functions.

If you want to join an impact-driven organisation committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable children and families, then apply today!

Position Details

• Location: London/hybrid
• Hours: Full-time 35 hours/week (part-time considered)
• Salary: £53,300 per annum, plus generous benefits
• Contract: 12 months fixed-term contract (possible extension)
• Closing Date: 18th May 2025
• Interviews: Wed 28th May

The Role

Join an independent What Works Centre, funded by a core grant from the Department for Education, with additional funding from other governmental departments and philanthropic bodies. We seek a contract manager to work within the Operations team, supporting grant giving and contracting functions.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Review and consolidate existing grant and service agreement templates, ensuring compliance.
2. Prepare internal guidance on using the contract templates.
3. Develop and maintain a register of agreed variations to standard T&Cs.
4. Advise on due diligence processes and legal considerations for collaborations with partners such as charities, research institutes, universities, local authorities, and government departments.
5. Support project teams in establishing agreements for new grants and services.
6. Assist project teams with existing agreements.
7. Provide organisation-wide training on standard T&Cs and contract management.
8. Develop robust, future-proof contracting processes to ensure ongoing compliance and best practices.
9. Act as the main contact with external legal advice providers.
10. Work with the finance team to ensure funding disbursements comply with agreements and legal requirements.

About You

You will have a law (or similar) degree, with experience in contract law and contracting within a not-for-profit or grant-making environment.

Once you click to apply, you will be redirected to the organisation’s website for full details in the job pack, including the job description, benefits, and culture code.

The Organisation

This is a high-performing organisation committed to making a real difference for vulnerable children and families. It champions high-quality evidence, works directly with government and local leaders, and provides practical solutions to drive change. The organisation values diversity and inclusivity, offering excellent salaries, development opportunities, and a great office location in St James’. The team works in a hybrid and flexible manner, emphasizing work-life balance.

Benefits include:

• 30 days annual leave plus one extra day for your birthday, with paid bank holidays and up to 3 days switchable for religious observance
• Up to five days carers’ leave (three paid)
• Paid compassionate leave
• Enhanced sick and parental leave and pay
• 6% employer and 3% employee pension contributions
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 counselling and legal support
• Unlimited access to 24/7 GP services
• Mental health support
• Life cover at 4x annual salary
• Bike to work scheme

The organisation values diversity and is committed to an inclusive environment. It actively seeks candidates from diverse backgrounds and communities. The team works in a hybrid and flexible way, recognizing the importance of work-life balance.

You may have experience in roles such as Legal Officer, Legal Counsel, Senior Legal Officer, Senior Legal Counsel, Lawyer, Solicitor, or Contract Lawyer. #INDNFP

Note: This role is advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.