Senior Counsel – Tax-Exempt & Foundation Programs

U.S. Chamber of Commerce; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 240,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Vision

Dental

Retirement

Paid leave

Job summary

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce seeks an experienced attorney to serve as the primary in-house counsel for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity affiliate.

This role sits in the Office of General Counsel with a direct reporting line to the General Counsel of the Chamber and Foundation. The Foundation is in a high-growth period with new programs emerging. The attorney will advise on tax-exempt matters, review contracts and grants, and help guide program development,

Qualifications

• 6+ years of legal experience with tax-exempt organizations.
• Juris Doctor degree with strong academic performance.
• Strong business sense and client service commitment.
• Ability to oversee outside counsel and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice on tax-exempt laws and Form 990 reporting.
• Review contracts, grants, and related sponsorship agreements.
• Advise on program development, partnerships, and fundraising activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws across the Foundation and Chamber.
• Collaborate with Finance, HR, and IT and support other Chamber units.

Skills

Legal research

Contract negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor

Job description

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce seeks an experienced attorney to serve as the primary in-house counsel for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, a 501(c)(3) public charity affiliate.

This role sits in the Office of General Counsel with a direct reporting line to the General Counsel of the Chamber and Foundation. The Foundation is in a high-growth period with new programs emerging. The attorney will advise on tax-exempt matters, review contracts and grants, and help guide program development,