General Counsel - Hybrid, Civic & Economic Development

The Commercial Club of Chicago; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 202,500 - 247,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salary

Hybrid work opportunities

Job summary

A civic organization in Chicago is seeking a General Counsel to provide strategic and operational legal guidance to its executive team. This full-time position involves ensuring compliance with laws, managing legal risks, and overseeing governance-related matters. The ideal candidate will have a J.D., admission to the Illinois Bar, and extensive experience in nonprofit law. Offering a competitive salary up to $225,000 annually with a hybrid work option.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7–10 years of legal experience.
• Strong knowledge of Illinois corporate law.
• Experience with employment law and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Advise executive leadership on legal matters.
• Draft and negotiate contracts and agreements.
• Ensure compliance with nonprofit corporation law.

Skills

Legal knowledge of nonprofit governance

Excellent communication skills

Strategic thinking

Collaboration

Risk management

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Admission to Illinois Bar

Job description

A civic organization in Chicago is seeking a General Counsel to provide strategic and operational legal guidance to its executive team. This full-time position involves ensuring compliance with laws, managing legal risks, and overseeing governance-related matters. The ideal candidate will have a J.D., admission to the Illinois Bar, and extensive experience in nonprofit law. Offering a competitive salary up to $225,000 annually with a hybrid work option.