Job ID | 2354 | Company | Accion Washington, DC |
About Accion
Accion is a global nonprofit on a mission to create a fair and inclusive economy for the nearly two billion people who are failed by the global financial system. We develop and scale responsible digital financial solutions for small business owners, smallholder farmers, and women, so they can make informed decisions and improve their lives. Through targeted investment strategies, advisory, and expert thought leadership, we work with local partners to develop and scale cheaper, more accessible, and customer-friendly financial solutions. Since 1961, Accion has helped build more than 235 financial service providers serving low-income clients in 75 countries, reaching more than 350 million people. More at http://www.accion.org
About the Legal Department
Accion's Legal Department manages all aspects of Accion's Legal, Compliance and Risk Programs. Working closely with each department, the Legal Department plays a critical role in ensuring that Accion's mission advances, its goals are met, and projects are successful by combining experienced counsel with strong business sensibilities.
Position Summary
Accion is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to join the Legal Department and provide day-to-day legal advice and counsel to stakeholders throughout the organization on a wide variety of legal issues. Reporting to the Deputy General Counsel, the Assistant General Counsel will be able to provide support in non-profit legal matters, contract drafting and negotiation, charitable solicitations and corporate filings, employment, corporate governance, intellectual property, and other areas relevant to Accion's global operations and activities.
In addition, the Assistant General Counsel will assist the Deputy General Counsel with the operational aspects of the organization's Risk Management Program. The Assistant General Counsel will also be responsible for assisting with the organization's compliance-related activities, including global sanctions (OFAC) and anti-money laundering/counter terrorist financing (AML/CTF) screenings support and analysis, and the development, review and training on policies and procedures. The successful candidate will have experience in cross-border contracting and legal/regulatory risks, engaging with local counsel in various markets, and assisting colleagues at headquarters and in country offices.
Washington D.C. hybrid OR Remote position in Eastern or Central time zone.
Position Responsibilities
Position Qualifications
Accion is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace culture. Accion seeks qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, change of sex or transgender status, or any other basis protected by law. Accion is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.