Senior Director, Associate General Counsel
Quick answer
Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors is hiring a hybrid Senior Director, Associate General Counsel based in NYC or San Francisco paying $200,000-$230,000 to provide expert legal counsel and lead organizational risk and compliance strategies.
- Role
- Senior Director, Associate General Counsel
- Organization
- Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors
- Location
- NYC or San Francisco (Hybrid/Travel required)
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $200,000 - $230,000 Salary Per Year
- Category
- Legal
The role
The Senior Director, Associate General Counsel will serve as a key legal advisor to the Chief Legal & Compliance Officer at Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors. This leadership role oversees core legal functions, including nonprofit operations, employment law, data privacy, and intellectual property. The position involves managing complex organizational risk, corporate governance, and contract negotiations while leading a legal team. The successful candidate will provide strategic guidance to support the organization's mission-aligned goals and ensure regulatory compliance.
What you'll do
- Provide forward-thinking legal guidance on nonprofit, employment, and data privacy matters.
- Oversee contract management including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex agreements.
- Strengthen corporate governance and support Board operations for RPA and its entities.
- Identify organizational risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
- Manage and mentor direct and indirect reports within the Legal and Compliance department.
What it takes
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Active membership in good standing with a U.S. state bar.
- 12+ years of legal experience, with 8 years of relevant work, ideally in-house.
- Experience in the philanthropic or nonprofit sector.
- Willingness to commute to NYC or San Francisco offices at least quarterly.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive compensation package including health coverage, retirement benefits, paid sick leave, vacation, holidays, tuition reimbursement, and professional development resources.
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This role is based in either the NYC or San Francisco offices and requires a hybrid schedule with at least quarterly commutes to the office.
What is the compensation for this role?
The annual salary for this position ranges from $200,000 to $230,000, supplemented by a comprehensive benefits package.
What are the primary qualifications for this role?
Candidates must hold a JD, be active members of a U.S. state bar, and possess at least 12 years of legal experience, preferably within the philanthropic sector.
When is the deadline to apply?
There is no specific deadline mentioned as the position will remain open until filled, and applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
How to apply
Apply directly on Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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