Senior Attorney
Quick answer
The Nature Conservancy is hiring a remote Senior Attorney (US-based) paying $125,000-$175,000 to provide legal direction on complex global carbon and climate-related transactions.
- Role
- Senior Attorney
- Organization
- The Nature Conservancy
- Location
- United States (Remote)
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $125,000 - $175,000
- Category
- Legal
The role
The Senior Attorney will provide legal expertise and transactional support for The Nature Conservancy's global climate and carbon-related programs. The role involves structuring complex projects, negotiating agreements, and advising on corporate governance for subsidiaries. Working within the Corporate Services Legal Team, the attorney acts as a bridge between legal requirements and non-lawyer stakeholders to advance organizational mission. The position requires a focus on risk management and the ability to articulate complex legal concepts clearly.
What you'll do
- Structure, draft, and negotiate complex carbon and climate-related agreements.
- Advise global teams on corporate entity structuring and governance issues.
- Ensure organizational transactions are legally sound and aligned with mission policies.
- Translate complex legal concepts for non-lawyer stakeholders.
- Support global transactions involving NGOs, for-profits, and sovereign entities.
What it takes
- Juris Doctorate and active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience in complex agreements.
- Demonstrated expertise in carbon markets and climate-related projects.
- Strong background in corporate transactional work and governance.
- Experience advising senior management in a global, sophisticated environment.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive comprehensive benefits package including health care, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) with 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, and disability coverage.
Frequently asked questions
Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a remote role based in the United States, though it requires approximately 20% travel time.
What is the compensation range for this role?
The starting pay range for this position is generally between $125,000 and $175,000, depending on the candidate's location, skills, and experience.
What are the primary qualifications required?
Candidates must have a Juris Doctorate, a current law license in a U.S. jurisdiction, at least five years of experience with complex agreements, and specific expertise in carbon markets.
How do I apply for this role?
Interested candidates should apply through The Nature Conservancy's internal Jobs Hub in Workday as soon as possible, as the role may be unposted once a strong candidate pool is identified.
How to apply
Apply directly on The Nature Conservancy's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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