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Are you an experienced attorney who's looking for a job where work is meaningful? Seeking a stronger culture, in which members feel valued and challenged? Then apply to join a small legal team as Legal Counsel with JDC! The Legal Counsel will join the Global Legal Team and play a key role in the management of all legal matters for JDC. This role will assist with legal matters related to contract law, business operations, nonprofit law, and general corporate governance.
 
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NOTE: Due to the unprecedented situation of COVID-19, JDC has decided to protect our current and future employees by managing our business remotely and developing a set of extensive COVID-19 policies. Interviewing, onboarding and each role day-to-day are being conducted remotely for most positions. Please consider that our roles will not be fully remote long-term; this role will shift to a hybrid model requiring in-office attendance at least 2 days/week when JDC returns to the office.
 
What will you do as a Legal Counsel?
  • Provide legal advice and support on a broad range of matters, including contract drafting, review and negotiation, legal risk mitigation, employment, non-profit governance, non-profit fundraising, wills, trusts and estates, data privacy, intellectual property, government relations and other.
  • Develop and maintain internal policies and practices that align with current compliance and regulatory landscapes
  • Monitor organizational policies and practices for compliance with laws, rules, regulations and policies
  • Interface with and manage outside counsel
  • Anticipate and assess complex legal issues and provide advice and guidance to JDC’s management regarding legal matters
  • Review, edit, draft, and prepare legal documents for, including contracts, policies, memos, resolutions and other documents
  • Work cross-functionally with staff at all levels of the organization on relevant legal matters
  • Familiarize yourself with JDC’s global mission and work
  • Other related duties as assigned
 
What qualifications do you need to be our Assistant General Counsel?
  • At least five years of relevant legal experience in-house and/or at a law firm, preferably advising exempt organizations
  • Experience advising manager-level colleagues or clients required; experience working with senior leaders a plus
  • J.D. degree from an accredited law school and active membership in at least one State Bar with the ability to obtain New York In-House Counsel status
  • Strong knowledge of U. S. transactional law; knowledge of Israeli or other international legal environments is a plus
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to multi-task
  • Strong relational skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of staff and management
  • Ability to find creative solutions and bring a business partner/thought partner approach to working with colleagues
  • Sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to gain the confidence of colleagues
  • Ability to work on one’s own and to oversee multiple projects while prioritizing work effectively
  • Aware of positional power and privilege (both personally and professionally) and its attendant impacts
  • All-hands-on-deck approach, willingness to take on whatever is needed
  • Welcomes constructive feedback and takes ownership for mistakes
  • Passion for humanitarian work and/or global Jewish service strongly preferred
 
Additional Details
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Hours: 35 hours/week, 8:45 AM – 4:45PM
  • Location: New York, NY; 2 days/week on-site, up to 3 days/week work from home
  • Reports to: General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer
  • Job Function/Department: Legal
  • Other: Occasional domestic and international travel
 
What are the compensation and benefits for an Assistant General Counsel?
  • This a full-time, salaried position paid semi-monthly. This role is exempt per the FLSA.
  • We offer an excellent benefits and compensation package, including but not limited to:
  • 100% paid medical and dental insurance for employee coverage
  • Paid time off, including vacation days, sick and personal days, and Jewish and national holidays
  • Paid parental leave policy
  • 403(b) with JDC contributions of 6.5% of salary
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), commuter benefits, and life insurance
  • Learning & Development: Ongoing opportunities for professional development through workshops and trainings with our internal L&D program

Why work at JDC?
  • The People – What we hear most from our team members is that they enjoy working with others who share their passion for doing good; Our staff aim to use their skills to make a positive difference in the lives of others
  • A Global Environment – you will have the opportunity to develop a global perspective, working with staff from the U.S., Israel, the Former Soviet Union, and all over the world
  • Tikkun Olam – This Jewish value of “repairing the world” is deeply important to us. Collectively we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of others
 
Vaccination Requirement
We require the individual who fills this role to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, according to the CDC definition. We require the individual in this role to be fully vaccinated by their first day of work and to maintain that status. JDC provides reasonable accommodations, and this may be subject to disability and religious exemptions. Contact HR if you need to request an accommodation.
 
Equal Employment Opportunity
JDC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As the world’s leading global Jewish humanitarian organization, we are committed to treating people with compassion and respect. All qualified applications will be considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, mental disorder, familial status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.
 
Apply Now!
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Application Deadline: January 21, 2022
Expected Start Date: March 2022
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About JDC
JDC -- the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee or "The Joint" -- is the leading Jewish humanitarian organization, working in 70 countries to lift lives and strengthen communities. We rescue Jews in danger, provide aid to vulnerable Jews, develop innovative solutions to Israel’s most complex social challenges, cultivate a Jewish future, and lead the Jewish community’s response to crises. For over 100 years, our work has put the timeless Jewish value of mutual responsibility into action, making JDC essential to the survival of millions of people and the advancement of Jewish life across the globe.

For more information, please visit www.JDC.org.