Chief Legal & Governance Officer

Radio Free Asia; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 195,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits package

Job summary

Radio Free Asia in Washington, D.C. seeks a General Counsel to serve as the chief legal advisor. This role involves providing strategic legal guidance, managing risk, and ensuring compliance with legal and governance matters.

The successful candidate will need a Juris Doctor and experience in advisory roles. They will work closely with the executive team and oversee relationships with outside counsel, contributing to the organization’s mission of providing accurate information in restrictive environments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in legal advisory roles, preferably in nonprofit or media sectors.
• Strong understanding of governance, employment, and labor laws.
• Ability to navigate complex legal, regulatory, and geopolitical environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as chief legal advisor and strategic partner to the executive team.
• Oversee governance matters and serve as Corporate Secretary.
• Manage relationships with outside counsel and legal resources.

Skills

Legal expertise

Strategic thinking

Risk management

Governance knowledge

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Contract management software

Job description

Radio Free Asia in Washington, D.C. seeks a General Counsel to serve as the chief legal advisor. This role involves providing strategic legal guidance, managing risk, and ensuring compliance with legal and governance matters.

The successful candidate will need a Juris Doctor and experience in advisory roles. They will work closely with the executive team and oversee relationships with outside counsel, contributing to the organization’s mission of providing accurate information in restrictive environments.