Partner - Charities & Not For Profit Clients

1 week ago

Reading, United Kingdom QED Legal Full time
Join My Client as a Partner – Charities
Are you an experienced charities lawyer looking to take the next step in your career? My client, a nationally recognised team of charity lawyers, provides expert legal advice to over 500 charities, not-for-profits, and social enterprises across England and Wales. They pride themselves on delivering a comprehensive service that addresses every aspect of their clients’ legal needs.

The Role:
My client is seeking a Senior Charities Lawyer with around 10 years PQE, currently operating at Legal Director or Partner level, to lead their Charities practice in their Reading office. In this pivotal role, you will manage and mentor a dedicated charities team while providing top tier legal advice to a well established and loyal client base. Your expertise will help shape the Charities practice and contribute to the firm’s overall success.

What They’re Looking For:
  • A solid background in the not-for-profit sector, with a proven track record both as a legal professional and in the marketplace.
  • Experience advising on trading company start-ups, structuring charities, and incorporating social enterprises.
  • Comfort with navigating reorganisations and providing commercial and legal guidance to trusts, associations, Charitable Incorporated Organisations, and Community Benefit Societies.
  • Substantial experience with Charity Commission issues, member and trustee matters, and trading and income generation.
  • Experience advising schools, including academy conversions and structures.

Key Skills:
  • Proven ability to generate work from an existing client following
  • Experience in leading and managing a team effectively
  • Strong academic credentials and technical ability
  • Exceptional business development skills
  • Outstanding client relationship management skills and a commitment to service excellence
  • Drive, ambition, and a flexible, team-focused approach

Why Join Them?

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a respected firm that values collaboration and excellence. 

Salary is between £85,000 and £95,000 base DOE.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and lead a dynamic team dedicated to making a difference, my client wants to hear from you.

Contact Chris Prendergast at QED Legal.

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