Associate General Counsel

Burning Man•San Francisco, CA

12d•$162,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate General Counsel reports to the General Counsel and provides legal and strategic support and advice to Burning Man Project (the “Organization”) on the wide range of legal matters that arise in the Organization’s operations. The Associate General Counsel’s principal duties include: providing advice and counsel to all departments within the Organization; project-managing litigation and administrative proceedings involving the Organization; managing Burning Man’s intellectual property portfolio; overseeing the legal review of all the Organization’s contracts; and supervising the work of outside counsel. Success in this role depends on the ability to collaborate and navigate complexity. Strong relationship-building and adaptability are key to thriving in this environment. This is a regular full-time role, located at Burning Man Project’s San Francisco, CA office. The deadline to apply for this role is 5:00pm Pacific on 01/11/26.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s Degree and Law Degree
At least six years of law practice experience in a fast-paced environment, with previous in-house generalist experience
Experience with intellectual property enforcement and contracts administration
Experience with employment law, investigations and compliance
Experience with risk management
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong computer skills
Very detail-oriented with impeccable organizational skills and a track record of successfully completing projects
Demonstrated ability to juggle numerous concurrent tasks, manage a high volume workload, pay extremely close attention to detail, adapt quickly to changing organizational priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to take initiative, problem-solve, multi-task, and work independently
Ability to work collaboratively with C-suite, department heads, and other executives
Ability to maintain personal integrity and uphold high standards of confidentiality
Motivated self-starter with the ability to foster a cooperative work environment
Must have flexibility to work fluctuating hours and time beyond the regular work week as needed
Ability to adjust schedule seasonally to work at the Burning Man event held in Nevada
Good standing with at least one state bar, preferably California or Nevada.

Nice To Haves

Experience with nonprofit compliance is desired
It is helpful if the candidate has previously been to Burning Man and/or is familiar with its culture

Responsibilities

Strategic Legal Advice, and Counseling
Contracts Administration
Intellectual Property Portfolio Management (Education, Maintenance, Licensing, Enforcement)
Pursues ongoing learning to stay current on emergent knowledge, skills and processes relevant to job duties
Performs other duties as assigned
Drives the creation, publishing, and maintenance of process documentation related to assigned duties.
Takes a leadership role in the acculturation and training of staff.
Teaches live or e-learning classes, as requested.
Promotes a culture of teaching and learning throughout the community.
Mentors subordinates in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and experience that will allow them to advance in the organization.
Aids, encourages and inspires their team.
Collaborates with the education team to develop training materials in their area of expertise, as requested.
Pursues ongoing learning in their area of expertise, working to stay current on emergent knowledge, skills, and processes.
Participates in conferences, forums, and networking events, where appropriate.
Represents Burning Man as a subject matter expert and culture-bearer, as requested.

Benefits

Health benefits: medical, dental, vision insurance for employees and dependents.
Long term disability and life insurance.
401k retirement plan with voluntary employee contribution.
Accrued vacation and sick time: Up to 10 days vacation per 12 months on assignment.
Additional annual paid time off in accordance with policy guidelines; 7 paid holidays annually, in addition to paid office closure during December 24th - January 1st.
Paid parental and bonding leave.
Communications benefits for remote employees; reimbursement of up to $120/month for home office internet and phone expenses.
Commuter benefit program.
Mental health support, life coaching, financial and legal consultation services through our employee assistance program.
Professional development fund along with unique leadership and learning opportunities.
Equipment and tools necessary to succeed in a remote friendly workplace.