Closing Date: 18 February 2026 Ref 7292 Save the Children UK is looking for an experienced Legal Counsel to join the team in a key role providing expert legal advice, supporting compliance, and managing legal risk across the organisation. If you''re a qualified lawyer with relevant experience looking to take on an exciting new challenge and create meaningful impact, we''d love to hear from you. About us Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. We ensure children''s unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach. About the role As Legal Counsel, you will provide high-quality, pragmatic legal advice across a broad range of charity, commercial, contract and regulatory matters. Working within an experienced legal team collaborating on complex and high-impact legal matters, you will support SCUK''s legal and compliance obligations, assist with risk management, instruct external counsel when needed, and contribute to a culture of ethics, integrity and safeguarding. You will also support the development of legal tools and training to empower colleagues to operate with confidence and compliance. In this role, you will: