Knowledge Lawyer - Charity

London Permanent £65,000 - £1,000,000 per year View Job Description
A purpose-driven UK law firm is seeking a Professional Support Lawyer (PSL) or Knowledge Lawyer to join its nationally recognised Charity & Social Enterprise team. This newly created senior role offers the opportunity to shape the team's knowledge strategy and support lawyers working with some of the UK's most prominent charities, mission-led organisations, and philanthropists.
  • Shape a newly created PSL role in a top-tier charity law team
  • Join a values-led firm with a strong focus on purpose and flexibility

About Our Client

Our client is a purpose-driven national law firm with a strong reputation in the charity and social enterprise space. Known for its values-led approach and deep sector expertise, the firm advises many of the UK's most prominent charities, mission-led organisations, and philanthropists. It is consistently ranked in the top tier for charity law by leading legal directories and is recognised for combining technical excellence with a genuine commitment to social impact.

Job Description

This PSL role is central to maintaining technical excellence and thought leadership across the firm's charity law practice. Key responsibilities include:

  • Monitoring legal and sector developments and providing timely internal updates
  • Drafting and maintaining precedents, tool-kits, and guidance materials
  • Responding to legal queries and supporting internal training programmes
  • Contributing to client-facing content such as webinars, alerts, and events
  • Supporting knowledge-sharing systems and firm-wide knowledge initiatives
  • Engaging with external bodies such as the Charity Law Association

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Qualification as a solicitor in England & Wales (or equivalent)
  • Significant experience in charity law, including governance, regulation, and fundraising
  • Strong drafting, research, and communication skills
  • A passion for knowledge management and legal education
  • Prior PSL or knowledge management experience is desirable but not essential



What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary ranging from £65,000 to £100,000, depending on experience.
  • Generous holiday leave and a supportive work environment.
  • Opportunities to work on impactful charity-related projects.
  • Access to professional development and training programmes.
  • Flexible working options to support work-life balance.



If you are passionate about the charity sector and are eager to contribute to a professional services organisation, we encourage you to apply.

Contact
Tom Mastin-Lee
Quote job ref
JN-092025-6825416
Phone number
+442072692143

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Charities / Education - Private Practice
Sector
Business Services
Location
London
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Tom Mastin-Lee
Consultant phone
+442072692143
Job reference
JN-092025-6825416