Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative is a mission-driven organization founded to leverage technology for societal impact. As an Exempt Organizations Counsel, you will provide legal and compliance advice for tax-exempt organizations, ensuring adherence to relevant laws while supporting programmatic strategies and operational goals.
Responsibilities
- Provide legal and compliance advice with respect to our tax-exempt organizations, which will require a strong understanding of the sections of the Internal Revenue Code, and accompanying regulations, applicable to public charities (specifically including medical research organizations), private operating and nonoperating foundations, and other tax-exempt organizations
- Review, draft, and negotiate a broad range of agreements and related documents, partnering closely with program colleagues on grantmaking, impact investing, and other funding and collaboration activities
- Draft and implement clear and concise policies, practices, and other resources needed to establish and scale compliance for our tax-exempt entities
- Establish, implement, and improve our client service-oriented approach to ongoing inquiries about tax exempt-specific legal rules and processes
- Develop and deliver trainings to key stakeholders at all levels across the organization
- Assist on governance and other corporate matters from time to time
- Engage in other legal and compliance projects as needed, proactively contributing to a scaling team and organization
Skills
- JD required and an active membership in at least one U.S. state bar, preferably California
- 7+ years of legal experience with at least 3 years of experience handling legal issues associated with complex philanthropic organizations
- Ability to analyze legal risk based on variable facts and communicate compliance considerations
- Demonstrated project management ability and the desire to work on projects across diverse client groups with unique professional experiences
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and an ability to partner effectively at all levels both internally and externally to CZI
- History of demonstrating good judgment and integrity
- A learning and growth mindset coupled with humility and mission- and team-oriented sensibilities
- Law firm experience is a plus
- Demonstrated interest in science, artificial intelligence, and / or education
Benefits
- Provides a generous employer match on employee 401(k) contributions to support planning for the future.
- Paid time off to volunteer at an organization of your choice.
- Funding for select family-forming benefits.
- Relocation support for employees who need assistance moving
Company Overview
Chan Zuckerberg Initiative supports community-driven solutions to accelerate progress in science, education, and justice. It was founded in 2015, and is headquartered in Palo Alto, California, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is http://chanzuckerberg.com.