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Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC)

Chief Legal Officer

LocationMontgomery, AL, Atlanta, GA or Washington, DC
LevelSenior
Posted11h ago
Apply by2026-06-08
Legal

The role

The Chief Legal Officer (CLO) serves as a key member of the SPLC executive team, responsible for shaping and leading the organization's strategic litigation docket at federal, state, and regional levels. The CLO will manage a large legal department, ensuring high-quality representation that advances the organization's mission of dismantling white supremacy and promoting racial justice. This role requires a visionary leader to foster collaboration, direct advocacy strategies, and serve as a spokesperson for the organization's legal objectives.

What you'll bring

Strategic litigationLegal team managementCivil rights advocacyChange leadershipBudget managementOrganizational acumen

How we treat you

Competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a supportive working environment.

How to apply

Apply directly on Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC)'s site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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