Job Description
Corporate / Commercial Lawyer, Non-Profit
Making an Impact
This non-profit organisation is an independent philanthropic foundation specialising in the welfare of vulnerable children in developing countries. Headquartered in London, the organisation also has offices in Africa and Asia and takes a hands-on approach to developing and implementing measures to improve child and adolescent welfare in the areas including nutrition and climate change.
The organisation strives to unite business acumen with development experience and it has the goal of transforming the lives of children in the countries in which it operates, truly making impactful and systemic change. It works with partners to and seeks to be the gold standard in grant making and charitable operations.
Current Opportunity
The organisation now has an opportunity for a corporate or corporate / commercial lawyer to join and provide wide ranging legal support.
The role focusses on important and innovative philanthropic work, providing advice and guidance on the development of projects, reviewing and drafting agreements with grantees and partners and providing guidance on governance as well as processes and procedures. You will advise on governance matters and support initiatives and projects.
About You
The position will suit a corporate or corporate/commercial lawyer who enjoys variety and who is looking to truly be part of something making an impact. You must have excellent relationship developments skills and be able to navigate projects, manage grantee funding arrangements and contribute sound legal advice.
This is a truly unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic philanthropic foundation.