Charity Solicitor – 5+ PQE (Cambridge, Leicester, Milton Keynes, Northampton, Norwich, or Oxford)

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Are you a Private Client Solicitor with experience in charity law, looking for your next career move? We’re delighted to be supporting a highly regarded law firm that is seeking an experienced lawyer to join its specialist Charity practice.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is enthusiastic about supporting charities of all sizes, enjoys working closely with trustees, and wants to be part of a collaborative team that is committed to excellence and client care.

About the Role

You’ll play a key role in supporting the firm’s charity clients across a wide range of matters, including:

  • Creating and registering new charitable entities.
  • Advising trustees on their role, duties, and powers.
  • Supporting charity mergers and asset transfers.
  • Preparing policies and governance documentation.
  • Closing and de-registering charities.
  • Liaising with the Charity Commission and advising on regulatory issues.
  • Collaborating with colleagues in property and employment on charity-related matters.

Alongside your client work, you’ll also be involved in:

  • Supervising and mentoring junior colleagues.
  • Business development and networking to grow the charity practice.
  • Contributing to the wider success of the Private Client team.

Location and flexibility: This role can be flexible across office locations and can support hybrid and part time working. Get in touch to discuss your working preferences.

About You

We’d love to hear from you if you are:

  • Solicitor with at least 5 years’ PQE, with solid experience working with charities of different sizes.
  • Confident in applying legal principles and exercising sound judgment.
  • Dedicated to delivering high-quality work and excellent client service.
  • Approachable and able to build strong, trusted relationships with clients and colleagues.
  • Enthusiastic about sharing your knowledge and developing junior team members.

Why Join?

This firm is consistently recognised as one of the best large law firms to work for in the UK. With a long-standing reputation for excellence and a people-focused culture, you’ll be joining a workplace where professional growth and personal wellbeing go hand in hand.

Benefits include:

  • Profit share scheme and discretionary bonus.
  • 25 days’ holiday, plus one paid charity day per year.
  • Comprehensive private medical cover.
  • Perks at Work discounts.
  • A wellbeing programme with a calendar of regular events.
  • Recognition as an Investors in People employer and a top 10 “Best Large Law Firm to Work For.”

If you’d like to apply, request further details, or simply have an exploratory discussion about your career options, please contact Clara. All conversations are confidential and focused on understanding your aspirations.

Please contact Clara Rose at clara@clararoseconsultancy.co.uk or 07971 493048.

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Location:
England, United Kingdom
Salary:
£100,000 - £125,000
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Legal