Charity Solicitor / Legal Counsel (Volunteer)
Core
Provide ad-hoc legal advice, guidance, and support to a UK charity expanding into Australia, focusing on charity law and regulatory compliance.
Role type
Volunteer legal counsel (charity law)
Builds
Legal support for charity operations and Australian expansion projects
Domain
Non-profit / Charity Law / Australian Law
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Qualified solicitor, charity law experience, Australian legal knowledge, regulatory compliance, legal document preparation, public speaking
Preferred skills
Experience in non-profit sector, ability to interpret complex legal information
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Liaise with General Counsel and paralegals to support charity growth; Provide legal advice to CEO and Board; Support long-term strategy development; Develop and lead legal training; Prepare legal documents and evidence; Act as point of contact for legal matters; Keep organization updated on laws and regulations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC