Lawyer as General Counsel

Core responsibilities:

• Serve as chief legal advisor, being thoroughly knowledgeable on relevant ecological geopolitical issues; direct visionary legal strategy that is forward facing and fierce
• Be a guardian of the organization's reputation, advancing its objectives while avoiding political and commercial conflicts of interest
• Develop and lead an international team of pro bono lawyers to advocate for our initiatives in their home countries
• Oversee corporate governance activities and proactively implement compliance programs to mitigate risk and legal liability

This role creates positive change by championing ecological protection initiatives that impact planetary climate, human health, and economic and social stability through legal advocacy and international diplomacy.

Required skills and qualifications:

• 5+ years of professional experience in a law firm or in-house legal team
• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Juris Doctor (J.D.) or equivalent law degree with active bar membership in good standing
• Experience in international law and maritime law (UN Convention on the Law of the Sea), and multiborder expertise are essential
• Be willing and able to provide your services as an independent contractor through your own company

This position is a full-time equivalent and will be remunerated on a monthly basis at a stipend (low bono) level. The organization has been entirely volunteer-run and self-funded, committed to maximizing the value of all donated funds. This is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on protected characteristics.

An international non-profit organization focused on ecological protection with widespread impacts on planetary climate, human health, economic and social stability, accredited with three United Nations specialized agencies.