Remote-Eligible Global In-House Counsel (Nonprofit)

Christian Legal Society; Tyler (TX); Remote; USD 133.000 - 200.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

World Vision International in Tyler, Texas is seeking an Associate General Counsel with a JD or foreign equivalent and at least 5 years of practicing attorney experience. You will provide in-house legal counsel under the General Counsel, handling risk across the organization and coordinating with outside counsel as needed.

The role requires strong written and oral English communication, cross-cultural sensitivity, and readiness to handle international matters.

Qualifikationen

• Requires US JD or foreign equivalent.
• At least 5 years’ experience as a practicing attorney.
• Strong ability to identify problems and provide practical advice to in‑house clients.
• Experience with outside counsel and global exposure.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Aufgaben

• Provide legal counsel and services to enable World Vision International to carry out its mission in compliance with laws and at an acceptable level of legal risk.
• Advise in coordination with the General Counsel and Legal Department; liaise with external counsel as needed.
• Ensure cross-border, multijurisdictional awareness and risk management.

Kenntnisse

Bar admission

Legal analysis

Negotiation

Research

Written communication

Oral communication

Cross-cultural sensitivity

In-house collaboration

English fluency

Ausbildung

Juris Doctor (JD) or foreign equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

World Vision International in Tyler, Texas is seeking an Associate General Counsel with a JD or foreign equivalent and at least 5 years of practicing attorney experience. You will provide in-house legal counsel under the General Counsel, handling risk across the organization and coordinating with outside counsel as needed.

The role requires strong written and oral English communication, cross-cultural sensitivity, and readiness to handle international matters.