General Counsel

2 weeks ago

San Francisco, California, United States Room to Read Full time
Job Description

Room to Read is seeking a highly experienced and skilled General Counsel to join our team. As the chief legal advisor, you will provide strategic legal guidance and support to the organization, overseeing all legal matters and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Advise on risk management strategies and mitigate legal risks associated with the organization's global operations and activities.
  • Manage and coordinate legal matters with external counsel, including litigation, contract negotiations, tax regulations, employment matters, data privacy and protection laws, intellectual property, cause marketing, donor agreements, and legacy matters.
  • Review and draft contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to protect the organization's interests and assets.
  • Manage the Legal function, establishing strategic direction, setting annual goals and outcomes, and leading, mentoring, and managing the Deputy General Counsel and a legal assistant.
  • Leverage technology solutions, including AI, legal technology platforms, or contract management systems, to improve functional effectiveness.
  • Deploy and manage Corporate Secretarial services globally.
Strategic Advisory and Compliance
  • Provide strategic legal advice and support to the Chief Financial Officer, the Executive Leadership Team, the global board of directors, and other senior leaders on a wide range of legal issues, including contracts, compliance, intellectual property, employment law, and corporate governance.
  • Responsibility to respond to and advise on issues of global scale, and within all Room to Read operating countries. Maintain and apply global and country-specific legal knowledge, undertake necessary research, and leverage local legal services.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of legal policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Lead the cross-functional global compliance and policies task force.
  • Ensure compliance with international, federal, state, and local laws and regulations, particularly those related to non-profit organizations.
  • Understanding of ESG practices and the integration of these practices into the organization's governance framework.
  • Stay current on legal developments and trends that may impact the organization and provide proactive legal guidance.
Organization Support and Culture
  • Support the organization's mission and values by promoting a culture of integrity, accountability, and transparency. In collaboration with People Operations, lead the global whistleblower policy assurance (including investigations) and provide reports to the Audit Committee of the Board, the CEO, CFO, and Chief of People Operations.
  • Provide training and education to staff on legal matters, compliance with global policies and regulatory requirements, and best practices to support risk mitigation and global brand reputation.
  • Represent the organization at external legal events.

Qualifications:

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Admission to the bar in at least one jurisdiction with a preference for CA or NY.
  • A minimum of 15 years of legal experience, preferably with experience in non-profit organizations or international development.
  • Strong knowledge of contract law, compliance, intellectual property, employment law, data privacy, cybersecurity, and corporate governance.
  • Demonstrated experience in international legal governance and global operational practices within complex legal entity structures.
  • Excellent strategic communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to discern when a particular issue is indicative of something much broader.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
  • Experience as a manager, mentor, and functional leader.
  • Expertise in supporting global crisis management processes.
  • Commitment to Room to Read's mission and values.

Preferred qualifications include experience working with international non-profit organizations, knowledge of laws and regulations related to non-profit organizations and international development, experience managing and coordinating legal matters with external counsel and pro-bono legal advisors, willingness to travel internationally, and a commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth.

Room to Read offers a competitive salary range of $175,000 to $200,000 per year, 100% employer-paid premiums for medical, dental, and vision coverage, 22 days of PTO + 11 paid holidays, immediate enrollment in a 401(k) plan with up to a 6% match, and certification as a Great Place to Work.

Room to Read is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to identifying and developing the skills and leadership of people from diverse backgrounds. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled.

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