ul>Provide solution-driven legal counsel across a wide spectrum of legal subject areas relevant to IJM's global programs and operations;
Review, draft, and negotiate contracts, agreements, policies, procedures, and related documents;
Advise internal stakeholders on legal risk, compliance obligations, and practical risk-mitigation strategies;
Support compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies across multiple jurisdictions;
Conduct legal research and analysis on emerging or complex issues and translate findings into clear, actionable guidance;
Support organizational initiatives involving areas such as technology and data, employment practices, internal investigations, intellectual property, finance, grants, and program operations;
Manage and coordinate external counsel relationships, including oversight of litigation and specialized advisory matters;
Develop and deliver training, guidance materials, and capacity-building resources on legal and compliance topics for staff;
Collaborate closely with colleagues across IJM's operations and program teams;
Support organizational governance, ethics, and compliance matters, including policies, whistleblower or ethics issues, and appropriate escalation of legal risk;
Participate in multi-disciplinary projects, legal operations initiatives, and continuous improvement efforts; and.
Qualifications:
Juris Doctor (J.D.) or international equivalent with active bar membership;
Minimum of three (3) years of legal practice experience;
Experience supporting complex or international organizations, including nonprofit, for-profit, governmental, or multilateral institutions;
Demonstrated ability to advise and influence with sound judgment and strategic perspective; and.