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. 

Key responsibilities include:

• 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 

About You

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: