Legal Counsel, Corporate & Business Affairs
The Legal Counsel, Corporate & Business Affairs at GiveDirectly will play a pivotal role in structuring complex corporate, commercial, funding, and charitable relationships, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards as the organization expands. This position involves advising various teams, including Partnerships and Fundraising, People, Finance, Communications, Technology, Product, Grants Management, and Public Affairs, on a wide range of legal matters. A primary focus will be establishing the legal and regulatory framework for Data Partnerships and remote enablement, collaborating with teams to develop data privacy approaches adaptable to local contexts.
Key responsibilities include providing legal guidance on complex partnerships and transactions, non-standard gifts and fundraising arrangements, nonprofit regulatory matters, and organization-wide strategic initiatives. The role requires a corporate and commercial lawyer with strong data privacy expertise who can understand team objectives, structure practical solutions, and bring in specialist expertise when needed.
The ideal candidate should possess a Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree, with at least 5 years of experience in corporate and commercial law, including data privacy. Experience in nonprofit organizations or international development is preferred. Strong analytical, communication, and negotiation skills are essential, along with the ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams and cultures.
While specific compensation details are not provided, GiveDirectly offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. The organization is known for its inclusive and accessible work environment, fostering a culture of belonging and professional growth. Employees report a strong sense of purpose and camaraderie, with opportunities for learning and development.
GiveDirectly is a nonprofit organization dedicated to alleviating extreme poverty through direct cash transfers. Operating in over 15 countries, the organization has delivered more than $1 billion in cash directly to over 2 million people living in poverty. The company culture is candid, analytical, and non-hierarchical, emphasizing high ownership and real professional growth. Employees value the supportive and ambitious team environment, guided by core values that prioritize recipients first and team success.