Program Legal Counsel

Core responsibilities:

• Ensure Acumen Canada activities comply with Canadian laws and donor requirements, including maintaining legal status and coordinating governmental filings
• Develop and implement internal processes to optimize efficiency and scale while ensuring program compliance
• Draft and review contracts for all program activities across charitable and commercial issues
• Manage various projects on behalf of the program, working across functions and creating milestones for timely execution

This role supports a five-year program impacting approximately 400 early-stage social enterprises in the African green economy that create dignified work opportunities for women and youth, while ensuring legal compliance and efficient program delivery.

Required qualifications:

• Minimum 4 years experience practicing corporate law and managing legal projects across various stakeholders
• Familiarity with Canadian charitable laws (preferred)
• Ability to interpret Canadian laws and donor requirements and provide practical guidance
• Strong time management, project management, and stakeholder management skills
• Permanently authorized to work in Canada with a license to practice law

Compensation and culture:

• Salary range: C$120,000 to C$163,000 Canadian Dollars plus performance-based bonus
• Equal pay policy with compensation determined through market comparison
• Fast-paced, mission-driven environment with emphasis on pragmatism, resilience, and empathy

Investing in early-stage clean energy for low-income communities, impacting millions globally.