Assistant Legal Counsel

• Great new hybrid in-house Assistant General Counsel role.
• Excellent opportunity at a global non-profit - hybrid NYC.

About Our Client

Opportunity to join a well-known, global non-profit serving a large global community is looking to expand their US legal department, hiring a new Assistant General Counsel.

Job Description

The Assistant Legal Counsel will:

• Provide legal advice and guidance on a wide range of issues affecting the organization, including contracts, compliance, and governance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Ensure the organization's compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
• Collaborate with internal teams to address legal risks and support strategic initiatives.
• Manage relationships with external legal counsel as needed in the US, Israel, and in other countries where the non-profit is operating projects.
• Conduct legal research and provide clear, actionable guidance to stakeholders.
• Support the development and implementation of policies and procedures to mitigate legal risks.
• Stay updated on legal and regulatory developments relevant to the not-for-profit sector.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The successful Assistant General Counsel should have demonstrable skills:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a top law school.
• Admitted to the New York State Bar.
• 3+ years Big Law experience, preferably in transactions, corporate, or real estate.
• Experience providing legal counsel for non-profit organizations would be helpful but is not essential.
• Strong skills in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and agreements.
• Ability to provide clear legal advice to diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in conducting legal research and applying relevant laws and regulations.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaborative working skills.

What’s on Offer

• The Assistant Legal Counsel will benefit from:
  • Competitive salary ranging from $150,000 to $165,000 annually.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance and 403(b) retirement plan.
  • Flexible working arrangement and incredibly generous PTO allowance.

Interested in progressing your legal career in-house? Apply today!

Contact

Anna Jacobs

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