Overview

Senior Associate - Charities - Salisbury - 6+ years PQE

Location: Salisbury (Hybrid working considered)

Job Type: Full-time

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £60,000 to £80,000

A highly ranked law firm is seeking a driven and experienced Charities Specialist Lawyer to join their Salisbury office as a Senior Associate. This is a standout opportunity for a 6+ PQE solicitor to take on a leadership role, with a clear pathway to head the charity law practice within three years.

About the Role

You'll advise trustees and senior staff across a wide spectrum of charities, with a particular focus on military charities and independent schools. You'll also support fee-earners across the firm in charity-related matters spanning property, litigation, legacy disputes, employment, private client, and commercial law.

Responsibilities

• Advising on constitutional matters for all types of charities
• Handling regulatory and compliance issues, including statutory inquiries
• Restructuring charities and liaising with the Charity Commission
• Managing charity mergers and asset transfers
• Ensuring Charities Act compliance, particularly in property disposals
• Drafting grant agreements and commercial contracts
• Advising on commercial participator arrangements
• Resolving charity-related disputes

Qualifications

We\'re looking for a solicitor with:

• 6+ years PQE in charity law or a related field
• Strong technical expertise in charity governance and regulation
• Excellent drafting and advisory skills
• Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Commercial awareness and strategic thinking
• A collaborative, proactive, and detail-oriented approach
• Ambition to lead and grow a specialist practice

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, the firm offers:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Generous pension scheme
• 28 days annual leave (plus public holidays)
• Bonus scheme
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Gym membership contribution
• Access to wellbeing and perks portals
• Support for professional development and leadership progression

Culture & Career Progression

This firm is consistently recognised among the UK's leading private client and charity law practices. With nearly 300 years of heritage and a people-focused ethos, they offer a collaborative and dynamic environment where careers thrive. You'll be supported in your development and given early responsibility, with a clear route to leadership.

Diversity & Inclusion

The firm is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. They are proud to be an armed forces-friendly organisation.

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk

0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

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Chadwick Nott is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion across the legal profession. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. Where a level of experience is indicated, this is intended as a guideline only.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.