Senior Counsel — Contracts & Risk (Remote-Eligible)

Washington Women Lawyers; Washington; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

21 paid leave days

10 paid holidays

4 wellness days

Retirement 403(b)

Employee assistance program

Subsidized ORCA pass

100% paid basic life insurance

Job summary

A prominent housing organization seeks an experienced In-House Counsel to manage contracts and mitigate risks related to landlord-tenant and housing matters. The role involves negotiating agreements, providing legal advice, and ensuring compliance. Candidates should have extensive legal experience, particularly in nonprofit housing and risk management. This full-time position includes comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to support community initiatives.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of relevant legal experience including landlord-tenant law and nonprofit housing.
• Experience in risk assessment and compliance management.
• Knowledge of supportive housing models and housing subsidies.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and draft contracts with vendors.
• Manage contract compliance and mitigate risks.
• Provide legal guidance on landlord-tenant and housing law.
• Build relationships with community partners and agencies.

Skills

Landlord-tenant law

Risk assessment

Negotiation

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Licensed in Washington

Job description

A prominent housing organization seeks an experienced In-House Counsel to manage contracts and mitigate risks related to landlord-tenant and housing matters. The role involves negotiating agreements, providing legal advice, and ensuring compliance. Candidates should have extensive legal experience, particularly in nonprofit housing and risk management. This full-time position includes comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to support community initiatives.