Legal Counsel/Senior Counsel, General Counsel Program

Overview

A partner organization is seeking a Legal Counsel / Senior Counsel for a General Counsel Program based in the United States. This role focuses on legal strategy and social impact, supporting organizations that work to expand and protect access to reproductive healthcare across the U.S. The position involves acting as embedded "in-house" counsel for mission-driven clients such as healthcare providers and grassroots organizations. It requires advising on complex and evolving legal issues in a rapidly changing regulatory environment, particularly following significant shifts in U.S. reproductive rights law. This remote role combines legal advisory, strategic problem-solving, and movement-oriented advocacy within a collaborative legal program.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive legal counsel to tax-exempt organizations and reproductive healthcare stakeholders on corporate and nonprofit matters including formation, governance, compliance, employment law (multi-state), contracts, grants, lobbying, and data privacy/security
• Conduct in-depth legal research, analysis, and draft legal memoranda, agreements, and policy guidance
• Support clients navigating complex regulatory environments affecting healthcare access and nonprofit operations
• Maintain strong, responsive, and trusted relationships with client organizations
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments relevant to reproductive healthcare and tax-exempt organizations
• Conduct intake interviews with prospective clients and assess legal needs
• Represent the program at conferences, convenings, and external speaking engagements
• For Senior Counsel: supervise and mentor junior attorneys, fellows, and interns as needed
• Contribute to a collaborative internal culture aligned with the organizational mission and values

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) or equivalent law degree
• Active license to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction and good standing with the bar
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as in-house counsel or external counsel for tax-exempt organizations, or equivalent experience advising nonprofit clients
• Strong knowledge of nonprofit law, corporate governance, employment law (multi-state), contracts, data privacy, and regulatory compliance
• Experience with or commitment to reproductive health, rights, and justice strongly preferred
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills with the ability to simplify complex issues
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and perform effectively under pressure
• Excellent communication skills with diverse stakeholders and clients
• High attention to detail and sound legal judgment in evolving regulatory contexts
• For Senior Counsel: at least 2 years of supervisory or mentoring experience preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and role level:
  • Legal Counsel (5–6 years’ experience): approximately $133,242
  • Senior Counsel (7–8 years’ experience): approximately $152,549
• 100% employer-sponsored health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Disability insurance, AD&D, and life insurance coverage
• HSA and FSA options for healthcare, dependent care, and transportation
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% employer match
• Generous paid time off including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Paid parental, family, and medical leave
• $2,500 annual professional development stipend and bar membership reimbursement
• Fully remote work with flexibility, including option to work from home or designated office space
• Occasional domestic travel (approximately 3–5 times per year)
• Inclusive and equity-driven work environment committed to diversity and accessibility

Location

• United States (remote)
• Occasional domestic travel required (3–5 times per year)