Charities Partner

2020 Changed the world, let 2021 be the year you take charge of your career for the better. A leading national law firm is looking to appoint a Charities Partner to drive forward this practice area. This is a dynamic and ambitious practice who have continued to grow and hire a significant number of Partners over the last 12 months. To apply or to register your interest or to have an initial career discussion please call Penny on 0121 454 1004 and quote Job Ref: PT 2902

JOB TITLE: Commercial Solicitor
PQE REQUIRED: 8+ years
LOCATION: Birmingham City Centre

THE ROLE:
You will be tasked with building and developing the Charities team, as part of the interview process you will devise a business plan and this will form your job description for the first two years. You will be taking instruction from charities and social enterprises, some of which will be the largest in the country, working closely alongside them on a range of commercial matters so as to ensure their ongoing stability and success. In particular you will be advising on the Charities Act, drafting trusts and contracts, advising on mergers and restructuring, governance. The team are actively involved in a number of professional networks and events and it is expected that you will contribute to this, as well as general business development work.

THE CANDIDATE:
We are looking for talented commercial solicitors with at least 8 years PQE and strong experience in charity law work. The successful candidate will be technically strong with excellent time management and organisational skills. A demonstrably strong aptitude for business development is a must as is a proven track record for delivering excellent client service. You will be an expert within this field of charity law and will have built and developed a portfolio of loyal clients who will instruct you on future matters.

THE FIRM:
This nationwide firm is known as a specialist working with a broad range of clients, in particular within the public and charity sectors and not for profit institutions. Consistently recognised as a market leader it prides itself in consistently offering clients the best level of service possible. You will be joining a friendly, collegiate environment with a culture that supports and encourages personal development.

PACKAGE:
Competitive salary which increases in line with the client following you can offer, the firm also provide a comprehensive benefits package along with flexible working opportunities

HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Penny Trotman at eNL on 0121 454 1004 or email penny.trotman@enllegal.co.uk with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion. eNLwill never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.
eNL is handling a number of Charities Solicitor vacancies throughout The Midlands and The South West.. If you are a Charities Solicitor looking for a move, please call now.
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