Charities Lawyer

LEGAL 500 FIRM SEEKING CHARITIES SOLICITOR - SURREY - FULL OR PT - 4YRS + PQE This is a really exciting role presented by a brilliant Legal 500 and Chambers ranked firm based in Surrey. They are seeking an ambitious Solicitor with significant experiencein Charity work to join the firm's successful and growing Private Client Department as a Senior Associate. A strong understanding of Private Client work is required, however your primary focus will be on Charity work, and on helping the firm to develop a standaloneCharities practice. You will be expected to be able to prepare constitutional documentation for Charitable Trusts, Companies and CIOs, policies, agreements, deeds of gift and covenant, on occasion working closely with members of the firm's Corporate Department.This may include advice on a Charity's commercial engagement and brand exploitation, GDPR and data protection. You will need to be able to deal with applications to register Charities in the UK, advise on regulatory and compliance issues, dealing with Charityland and special endowments, the merger and restructuring of schemes and other applications to the Charity Commission, and assisting with bringing and rebutting complaints. You will further need to be aware of cross-border issues affecting Charities, and beable to liaise as necessary with advisers in other jurisdictions. You should have a strong background in Private Client and Charity work, and a good knowledge of tax, Company and Trust law, and Charity law generally. The ideal candidate will be able to workwell as part of a team and confident in their ability to manage caseloads of high-profile clients. Additionally, they will be someone who can work independently. This is an excellent opportunity to join a prestigious firm, that is highly regarded for it'sfamily, litigation and private client work. Apply below or contact Toby at Austen Lloyd for a confidential chat regarding the role, on. Job reference TK 50793 Please note Austen Lloyd may use PQE/Salary levels only as a guide. We encourage applications fromany candidate who can demonstrate the skills and experience to perform the role.