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Confidential

Senior Principal Officer & Principal Senior Counsel, Legal Affairs

Confidential, Washington, Washington, D.C., United States

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Senior Principal Officer & Principal Senior Counsel, Legal Affairs

About the Company

International non-governmental organization advocating for the public interest

Industry Non-Profit Organization Management

Type Non Profit

Founded 1948

Employees 501-1000

Categories

Consulting & Professional Services Non-Profit & Philanthropy Grant-Making Foundations Grants Philanthropy Non Profit

Specialties

environmental policy family finances health policy u.s. state and local policy philadelphia and public opinion polling

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Senior Principal Officer for Legal Affairs and Principal Senior Counsel to join their team. The successful candidate will be a subject-matter expert and strategic partner, providing advice on complex tax and legal issues related to the organization's work as a global nonprofit, impact philanthropy, and public charity. This role involves delivering risk-informed legal and business counsel, advising on the legal and governance structures of various philanthropic activities, and leading the negotiation and execution of partnerships and transactions. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in both in-house and law firm settings, with a focus on tax law and compliance, and a strong background in advising 501(c)(3) organizations.

Applicants for this position should have a deep understanding of tax law and compliance, particularly as it pertains to the unique needs of a global nonprofit and philanthropic organization. The role requires the ability to navigate complex legal and governance structures, and to provide strategic guidance on a wide range of legal issues. The Senior Principal Officer will work closely with the Partnerships department, grantmaking programs, and finance teams, and must be adept at delivering legal counsel that is both risk-informed and aligned with the organization's mission. A collaborative and trusted approach to supporting and leading legal aspects of partnerships and transactions is essential. The candidate should be a member in good standing of the D.C. bar or have the ability to be admitted to the bar in D.C.

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

Legal