Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Democracy Forward
Job overview
The Principal Deputy General Counsel at Democracy Forward supports critical legal and business operations, providing leadership and multi-disciplinary legal expertise to advance the organization's mission.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves drafting and reviewing contracts, supporting corporate governance, managing conflicts and ethics, advising on employment and compliance matters, overseeing insurance, IP, audit, tax issues, and developing internal training and policies.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $150,000 to $175,000, commensurate with experience, with excellent benefits offered.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a JD degree, minimum five years in-house legal experience with leadership, strong interpersonal skills, ability to manage sensitive information, and commitment to diversity and inclusion; DC-based applicants preferred.
Work environment and culture
Democracy Forward values diversity, inclusivity, and a just workplace culture, encouraging applicants from diverse backgrounds and emphasizing collaborative leadership and equity.
Company information
Democracy Forward Foundation is a mission-driven nonprofit focused on legal and policy work promoting democracy and progress.
Team overview
The Principal Deputy General Counsel reports to the General Counsel and collaborates closely with senior leadership including Chief of Staff & Operations and Chief of People, Culture, and Strategy.
Job location and travel
Preference for DC-based applicants working from the office a few days per week.
Application process
Applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter detailing their interest in legal and policy work promoting democracy and progress, highlighting what they bring to the role.
Unique job features
The position involves working in a non-hierarchical structure with a focus on sensitive legal matters and offers a mission-driven environment promoting democracy and progress.
Company overview
Democracy Forward is a nonprofit legal organization that focuses on challenging unlawful government actions and policies through litigation and advocacy. They make money primarily through donations, grants, and funding from philanthropic organizations. Founded in 2017, Democracy Forward has played a crucial role in holding government entities accountable, often working on high-profile cases that impact public policy and governance. Their mission is to ensure that government actions adhere to the law and protect democratic principles.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your extensive legal expertise across multiple disciplines, including contract drafting, corporate governance, employment law, and nonprofit compliance, as these are core to the Principal Deputy General Counsel role at Democracy Forward.
Emphasize leadership skills, experience managing complex workflows, and your ability to advise diverse stakeholders, showcasing your capacity to work collaboratively in non-hierarchical structures and handle sensitive information with tact and diplomacy.
Apply through multiple platforms such as Democracy Forward's official career page, LinkedIn, and other job boards where the role is posted to maximize your visibility and chances of consideration.
Connect with current legal team members or leadership at Democracy Forward on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent legal initiatives they’ve led, expressing your enthusiasm for the organization’s mission, or asking about their experience working in a nonprofit legal environment.
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