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VSO Legal Support Officer

At VSO, we know we make a difference to lives every day. We are passionate about ending poverty.
VSO is seeking a Legal Support Officer to work with the Company Secretary to provide a high quality legal advice and support service to VSO. This role involves acting as first point of contact for all contractual matters, particularly those relating to the activities of VSO’s fundraising teams. It involves working with the Company Secretary on a range of other legal and governance-related matters, including regulatory compliance and the preparation and delivery of internal training. The role also includes acting as assistant data protection officer.
The ideal candidate will have a recognised legal qualification (solicitor, legal executive or barrister) with experience of drafting, negotiating and managing a wide range of contracts and contract related issues, preferably gained within a charity context. An approachable and pro-active attitude is essential along with the ability to communicate effectively with people across the organisation and the ability to relate the work they do to the wider organisational context.

A commitment to VSO’s work and values is essential.

In return, this role offers a salary between £34,000 and £35,286 depending upon experience, pension plan, generous holiday entitlement and excellent professional development opportunities

Salary
£34,067
Closing date
10/06/2012 12:30

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