Senior Legal Counsel

Britebound Brand•Boston, MA

2h•$138,000 - $190,000•Hybrid

About The Position

THE ROLE: Senior Legal Counse l Britebound is national nonprofit that is changing the way kids learn about careers and prepare for their futures through access to career-readiness information and experiences. Britebound fulfills its mission through free digital-first direct experiences, philanthropy, advocacy, thought leadership, groundbreaking research, and impact investing. We believe that exploring career possibilities, as early as middle school, and providing access to education-to-career pathways aligned with one’s passions and goals will result in greater confidence and long-term success for all students. We are looking for an experienced and strategic a ttorney to serve as Senior Legal Counsel for our nonprofit organization. Reporting to the Executive Vice President, this role provides comprehensive legal support and counsel across the organization and its supported organizations. The Senior Legal Counsel will oversee a broad portfolio of corporate legal matters, including nonprofit and tax law, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, lobbying, intellectual property, data privacy, employment matters, and transactional work. This role is both hands-on and advisory, requiring sound judgment, strong nonprofit expertise , and the ability to operate effectively in a mission-driven environment.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Minimum of 5 –8 years of experience in general corporate legal practice; prior in- house and/or large law firm experience strongly preferred.
Active member in good standing of at least one U.S. state bar.
Demonstrated expertise in nonprofit law, tax-exempt organizations, and corporate governance.
Excellent legal research, writing, and verbal communication skills.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong judgment, discretion, and problem-solving skills.
Commitment to the mission and objectives of the organization.
Ability to work from the organization’s Boston office at least two days per week.

Responsibilities

Provide general corporate legal counsel on matters arising from the day-to-day operations of tax-exempt nonprofit organizations.
Advise on nonprofit governance best practices, including bylaws, policies, board structures, fiduciary duties, and conflicts of interest, to ensure continued compliance with 501(c)(3) requirements.
Serve as legal advisor to senior leadership and the Board of Directors on governance, risk management, and regulatory matters.
Provide legal support on employment law matters, working closely with human resources and leadership.
Provide legal guidance on lobbying, advocacy, and other regulatory compliance matters applicable to nonprofit organizations.
Oversee domestic data privacy and data protection compliance, including advising on applicable laws and supporting the development and maintenance of compliance programs.
Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide range of contracts.
Manage the organization’s intellectual property portfolio, including trademarks and licensing arrangements.
Conduct legal research and analysis and provide clear, actionable legal advice across a broad range of issues.
Manage legal operations, including engagement and oversight of outside counsel and responsibility for the legal budget.