We are a Kingston-based social marketing enterprise using creative thinking to build community cohesion.
We aim to attract knowledgeable individuals encouraging different cultures to unite which enables us to share and celebrate essential lessons.
Partnering with local organisations, we put on programmes of training, workshops and other events that promote unity and tolerance.
We conduct research to support our cause to challenge preconceptions around race and stereotyping. As well as delivering workshops on unconscious bias in the workplace.
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ROLE DESCRIPTION:

Quilombo UK is seeking to welcome a qualified and experienced professional to join us as a Legal Support Specialist to join our Directors’ Support Team in a volunteer capacity. The Legal Assistant will play a crucial role in closely supporting the Quilombo UK Directorship by conducting legal research, reviewing documents, and effectively communicating findings to the directors.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of taking briefings, translating them into actionable outcomes, and contributing to the overall success of the organisation.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with the Directors’ Support Team to provide legal guidance on a wide range of issues related to Quilombo UK’s operation.
• Analyse legal documents, contracts, and agreements, ensuring accuracy and identifying potential risks or opportunities. Collaborate with the Directors to provide informed recommendations.
• Conduct thorough legal research on relevant topics, providing comprehensive and well-documented summaries to aid decision-making processes.
• Assist in managing and organising legal briefings, ensuring all relevant information is captured and disseminated appropriately to facilitate informed decision-making
• Effectively communicate legal findings, updates, and recommendations to the Quilombo UK Directors. Clearly articulate complex legal concepts in a manner accessible to non-legal stakeholders.
• Participate in meetings and discussions to provide timely legal insights.
• Work closely with other team members to ensure legal considerations are integrated into organisational initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with the Directors’ Support Team to translate legal actions into tangible outcomes. Monitor progress and provide regular updates on legal initiatives.
• Provide written reports as and when required. To undertake additional duties as required for the role.