Reports to: General Counsel and Senior Vice President
Staff reporting to this position: None
Department: Administration
Position classification: Exempt, full time; Nonunion - Level 9
Compensation range: $140,000–$168,000
Work site: Hybrid (on-site two days per week, Washington, D.C., office)
American Progress has an opening for a Deputy General Counsel to join its Legal Team. The Legal Team manages legal matters for the Center for American Progress, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit research and educational think tank, as well as its affiliated 501(c)(4) organization, the Center for American Progress Action Fund, which are together known as American Progress. This role will be driven by American Progress’ mission to improve the lives of all Americans through bold, progressive ideas, as well as strong leadership and concerted action, with the aim of not only changing the conversation but changing the country.
The Center for American Progress is a progressive think tank that works on issues across the policy spectrum, placing particular emphasis on developing a long-term vision of a progressive America and finding innovative ways to communicate policy analyses, recommendations, and values. The Center for American Progress Action Fund is an independent, nonpartisan policy institute that advocates for bold, progressive ideas through public education as well as some lobbying and political activities. Both organizations engage in expansive programmatic activities aligned with their mission and values, including policy research, publications and other web content, public events, and partnerships with other organizations.
The Deputy General Counsel will be part of a dynamic team that supports work across American Progress’ five crosscutting policy priorities:
The legal issues facing American Progress are diverse and intricate. The Legal Team works closely with senior management, staff, and contractors in a fast-paced environment to design and implement institutional compliance procedures. The Legal Team also responds to any other daily legal needs of American Progress. Legal areas of focus include nonprofit tax law, ethics and lobbying rules, election law, contracting, corporate governance, media law, and employment law.
The Deputy General Counsel will collaborate closely with the General Counsel to oversee all aspects of legal compliance, risk management, and corporate governance, as well as to manage the workflow of the Legal Team.
Responsibilities:
Requirements and qualifications:
American Progress offers a full and competitive benefits package. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. This position is not represented by a union and has a salary range of $140,000–$168,000.
American Progress’ hybrid work policy is posted on our Jobs page. Please visit this page for updates. Any changes to this policy will also be communicated at the time of hire.
https://www.americanprogress.org/job/deputy-general-counsel/
The Center for American Progress is an independent nonpartisan policy institute that is dedicated to improving the lives of all Americans, through bold, progressive ideas, as well as strong leadership and concerted action. Our aim is not just to change the conversation, but to change the country.