Exempt Organizations Counsel, Legal

Chan Zuckerberg Initiative

Redwood City, California, United States
Base: $214,000 - $298,000; bonus: eligible for dis...
Remote
Jd degree required
Active us state bar membership
7+ years legal experience
The role involves providing critical legal and compliance advice to ensure tax-exempt organizations remain compliant with federal laws while pursuing ambitious mission goals

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing critical legal and compliance advice to ensure tax-exempt organizations remain compliant with federal laws while pursuing ambitious mission goals.
  • Candidates will structure, negotiate, and execute complex transactions including grants, contracts, and partnerships across scientific and educational initiatives.
  • The position offers a competitive base salary range of $214,000 to $298,000 along with benefits like a generous 401(k) match and paid volunteer time.

Matching Summary

The role involves providing critical legal and compliance advice to ensure tax-exempt organizations remain compliant with federal laws while pursuing ambitious mission goals.

Salary

Base: $214,000 - $298,000; Bonus: Eligible for discretionary annual performance bonus; Benefits: Generous 401(k) match, paid volunteer time, family-forming funding

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • JD degree required
  • Active US state bar membership
  • 7+ years legal experience
  • 3+ years philanthropic organization experience
  • Internal Revenue Code knowledge
  • Grant agreement negotiation

Nice-to-have

  • Law firm experience preferred
  • Interest in science or AI
  • Strong project management skills
  • Mission-driven mindset
  • Excellent communication abilities

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree
  • Active membership in a US state bar
  • Minimum 7 years of legal experience
  • At least 3 years handling complex philanthropic legal issues
  • Deep understanding of Internal Revenue Code sections for public charities

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