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DepartmentPrivate Client – Charities/Not for Profit teamOur PurposeTo forge long-term relationships that have a positive impact on our people, our clients, our business partners, and our community.Our Commitment to Our PeopleWe do not think there is a magic formula to the Higgs culture. The key is to listen to and respect our people. If we take care of our people and our people take care of our clients, then everything we want as a firm will take care of itself. We are friendly and open to new ideas.Our Core ValuesHiggs core values are “CLEAR” – Care, Legacy, Excellence, Authenticity, RelationshipsRole PurposeWe are a specialist legal team with a passion for supporting the charitable and not-for-profit sector. Our clients include household-name charities, start-up social enterprises, grant-making foundations, and philanthropic initiatives. We are expanding our team and looking for a solicitor with a commercial, corporate or private client law background who is looking to apply their skills in a sector that focuses on public benefit and committed to real-world social impact.This is an exciting opportunity for a solicitor to join our charity law team. You may have trained in a commercial, corporate or private client environment, but you are now looking to transition into a social impact-focused area of practice. Working alongside experienced charity lawyers, you will advise clients on governance, regulatory compliance, commercial contracts, restructures, and charity registrations. In turn we can offer you Supportive team culture with dedicated charity law specialistsStructured learning and mentoring for your transition into the sectorOpportunities for client interaction and business development from the outsetKey ResponsibilitiesYou will be involved in a wide range of matters, such as:Setting up new charities and not-for-profits, including drafting governing documents and supporting policy documentationAdvising on charity governance, mergers, and incorporationsDrafting and reviewing commercial contracts, funding agreements, and collaborationsSupporting clients with Charity Commission applications and regulatory issuesProviding advice on corporate structures, joint ventures, and charity tradingAdvising donors on their relationships with charities and executors on the implications of charitable will trustsPerson SpecificationQualified solicitor with strong training experience in commercial, corporate, private client or regulatory lawMost importantly we are looking for an individual that has a genuine interest in the charity and not-for-profit sector – previous charity law experience is not essential but a demonstrable enthusiasm isStrong drafting, analytical, and advisory skills with a pragmatic and client-focused approachAbility to manage multiple matters and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environmentConfident communicator with a collaborative mindset and willingness to learnWhat You Need to KnowHiggs offers hybrid working wherever possible. Our Higgs’ Best FIT (flexible, inclusive, together) principles are designed to ensure that people can complete their best work from the most appropriate location. If you are looking to work flexibly then let us know and we will do what we can to accommodate your request.We encourage a ‘dress for your diary’ approach which means dressing in a manner appropriate for your schedule or the specific appointments you have on any given day.Equal OpportunitiesAs charter signatories to The Law Society’s Diversity and Inclusion Charter, Higgs are committed to developing a diverse business by engaging with the widest pool of talent. We recognise this is an ongoing journey and regularly monitor our figures which can be viewed here.People Driven. Legal Excellence.