Associate General Counsel

World Vision International (New); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

World Vision International (New) seeks an Associate General Counsel to provide legal counsel to the Global Partnership, under the General Counsel, ensuring compliance with laws and prudent risk management across programs. Admittance to the California Bar is preferred but waiver possible for qualified candidates admitted elsewhere.

The role requires a US JD, 5+ years in practice, strong analytical and negotiation skills, experience with outside counsel and cross-border matters, and fluency in

Qualifications

• US JD or foreign equivalent.
• At least 5 years’ experience as a practicing attorney.
• Strong basis in legal theories; identify problems and provide practical advice.
• Experience with outside counsel; global exposure and international matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel and services under the direction of the General Counsel to enable World Vision International to carry out its mission in compliance with applicable laws and at a prudent level of legal risk.
• Coordinate with other members of the Legal Department and the World Vision Partnership.
• Assist in cross-border and multi-jurisdictional matters and contract review as needed.

Skills

Legal analysis

Negotiation

Research skills

Written & oral communication

Cross-cultural sensitivity

English fluency

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith. Come join our 31,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable children’s life stories!

Key Responsibilities:

The Associate General Counsel WVI will be responsible to provide legal counsel and services, in consultation with and under the direction of the General Counsel, and in coordination with other members of the Legal Department, to enable World Vision International and the broader World Vision “Partnership” to carry out their mission in compliance with applicable laws and at an acceptable level of legal risk. Admittance to the California Bar is also preferred but we will consider waiving the California requirement for an exceptional candidate who is admitted to the bar in another jurisdictions.

You’ll bring these skill, qualifications and experience:

Required:

• US Juris Doctorate, or foreign equivalent.
• At least 5 years’ experience as a practicing attorney.
• Solid foundation in fundamental legal theories, ability to identify problems and legal issues and provide practical advice to in-house clients, good negotiating and research skills, as well as effective written and oral communication skills.
• Experience in dealing with outside counsel, preferably global exposure and general knowledge of international affairs.
• Sensitivity in and exposure to cross-cultural situations.
• Fluent in written and spoken English

Highly desirable:

• Included in the 5 years' experience would be some in a major global law firm and engaged in cross-border, multijurisdictional matters.
• Experience in multijurisdictional employment law.
• Exposure/experience with countries in the developing world.
• Experience both in law firms and corporate in-house legal departments.
• Experience in a non-US legal system, particularly the Civil Law system would be preferred.
• Experience with nonprofit organisations.
• Fluency in a second language (especially Spanish, French, or Portuguese).

Applicant Types Accepted:

Local Applicants Only World Vision is a Christian humanitarian organisation with a mission centred on following Jesus Christ in service to the world´s most vulnerable children. Therefore, in all locations to the fullest extent legally permissible, the successful applicant will affirm our core documents, observe conduct compatible with Christian principles, serve at a high level of professional ethics and strive to act in accordance with cultural sensitivities. Furthermore, regular attendance with team and office devotions, chapel and prayer gatherings are expected in line with policies in the World Vision host location and its departments.

Our vision for every child, life in all its fullness.

Our prayer for every heart, the will to make it so.

As a global Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Our organisational culture reflects a “Partnership” of World Vision offices in 100 countries and 31,000+ staff working towards one vision: life in its fullness for every child.

A career with World Vision is a God-given calling, and we believe that every staff member has been brought to World Vision for God’s purposes. Whether working from home, in an office, or with children and community members, we celebrate and embrace each staff member’s diverse background and talents – knowing that together, we can make a difference.

Together, #WeAreWorldVision.

Learn more about our culture.

• Our people are our greatest asset. Each staff member brings their unique experience and God-given talents to the organisation – and in return World Vision provides employees a competitive 'Total Rewards' package tailored to the context in which they work.

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