Assistant General Counsel

Large non-profit organization seeks a practical, collaborative lawyer to serve as in-house Assistant General Counsel with primary responsibility for division and program legal support, general contract review, “start-up” related business legal support, government contracts, public and private grants, conflicts of interest, and litigation support. Experience in election law, lobbying rules, and tax-exemption compliance a plus. The Assistant General Counsel works closely with the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, and Associate General Counsel.  This lawyer will work closely with Office of General Counsel colleagues, APA staff, APA elected and appointed leaders, Divisions, APA governance committees, outside counsel, and external parties to provide timely, strategic, and accurate corporate-related legal advice and risk management support to APA.

The American Psychological Association (APA) represents 146,000 psychologists, students, and affiliates, primarily in the U.S. and Canada but also in other countries around the world. APA is a scientific and professional organization with about 500 employees and is categorized as a 501(c)(3) along with its 501(c)(6) companion organization, APA Services, Inc.

APA offers a generous employee benefits program, including Remote Work/Flexible Scheduling; a 401(k) option with employer match of up to 4%; medical, dental, and vision insurance options and an outpatient mental health benefit; paid personal/vacation time plus 12 paid holidays; Family/Medical Leave; tuition assistance; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); short- and long-term disability insurance; and more. 

Qualified candidates must apply online through APA’s applicant system and attach a resume and cover letter specifying your salary expectations. Applications that are submitted without both documents are considered incomplete and will not be reviewed for consideration. Once your application is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. Please make sure to check your Spam folder if you do not receive an email from us.

The American Psychological Association is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected categories covered under local law. #LIRemote