General Counsel

Profile

General Counsel

The candidate will lead and build out our legal affairs function. Provide proactive legal counsel and guidance to the Braven leadership on all legal matters relevant to a growing non-profit, including but not limited to: university partnerships, employment issues, non-discrimination, conflicts of interest, ethics, fundraising, contracts, insurance and risk management, purchasing, real estate, compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations, copyright and other intellectual property matters, computer and information technology issues, and other areas related to a non-profit organization legal environment. Serve as the point of contact for all requests for legal assistance from appropriate staff. Determine if requests for legal assistance shall be handled internally or referred to outside counsel and delegate appropriately. If referred to outside counsel, supervise and monitor such engagements. Advise and recommend policy and procedure changes based on current or emerging case law and precedent and assist the organization, preparation, and review of related policies and procedures. Own multiple organization compliance requirements, such as Covid-19 vaccinations. Work closely with the Director of People Operations and other leaders to ensure employment practices are in line with the organization’s desired culture, with a particular emphasis on diversity, equity, and inclusion and provide guidance in employment-related personnel matters. Be a strategic and innovative thinker who can bring value and find creative solutions to complex legal issues. Ensure that the organization’s vision, mission, and values are fulfilled and actualized in its operations and services through a strong contract approval process. Stay up to date on current federal, state, city, and county laws and regulations that may affect the organization’s interests and risk exposure. Plan and implement a risk management approach as we continue growing the organization.

Company info

100 N. La Salle Street Suite 310
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60602