General Counsel

Overview

The General Counsel reports to the Chief Operating Officer and serves as the primary legal advisor to the organization's leadership. This role requires expertise in employment law and regulations affecting non-profit advocacy organizations. The General Counsel collaborates with senior leadership to establish a robust legal framework that supports organizational effectiveness, innovation, compliance, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel to the Executive Director and Board of Directors.
• Support relationships and collaboration with the global organization and external partners.
• Advise on governance matters.
• Manage all staff union-related concerns.
• Handle confidential and sensitive legal issues.
• Manage additional projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Expertise in employment law and non-profit advocacy legal issues.
• Experience advising senior leadership and boards.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters.
• Strong understanding of governance and union-related legal concerns.

Reporting Structure

• Reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer.

Additional Information

• This position is not covered under the collective bargaining agreement.