Associate General Counsel - U.S. Based Remote Opportunity

ABOUT US

Do you have a passion for higher education? Do you want to make a positive impact on the college admissions process? Our staff help to remove barriers and encourage students to forge their path to a better future. Common App is a national not-for-profit organization dedicated to the pursuit of access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process.

Each year we support more than 1 million students, one-third of whom are first-generation, as they apply to our more than 1100 diverse member colleges & universities using the Common App's free online application.

If you are an experienced legal professional and want to be part of a mission-driven non-profit that uses innovative technology to advance the college admission process, Common App may be a great match for you. Common App is currently searching for an Associate General Counsel.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• As a member of the Legal team, the Associate General Counsel provides strategic legal support and advice to drive organizational objectives. This position manages legal risk and ensures compliance across key operational areas, such as compliance, intellectual property, data privacy, commercial contracts, legal operations, corporate governance, or litigation management. The role involves providing independent legal advice on a broad range of matters including product and service offerings, deal structuring, drafting, and negotiating complex agreements, providing day-to-day counseling to business stakeholders, and staying current on legal trends to support the organization’s growth and innovation.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• This role requires: Candidates must live in the United States.
• Willing to travel to attend twice annual Common App Retreat.
• 8-10 years of legal experience with a focus on one or more of the following: compliance, intellectual property, data privacy, legal operations, corporate governance, litigation management or commercial contracts.
• Juris Doctorate from an ABA-approved law school and an active member of the Bar.
• Subject Matter Expertise: In-depth knowledge of legal areas such as compliance, intellectual property, data privacy, legal operations, corporate governance, litigation management or commercial contracts, with a track record of applying this expertise in a technology or non-profit environment.
• Strategic Execution: Ability to translate complex legal concepts into actionable business advice that influences leadership and stakeholder outcomes.
• Problem Solving: Approaches challenges with a solution-oriented mindset, identifying issues and finding innovative ways to overcome them while managing risks.
• Communication: Understands audience needs and tailors written and verbal communications to foster collaboration; delivers direct, straightforward information.
• Digital Literacy: Proficiency in digital tools to collaborate effectively in virtual contexts, enhance productivity, and handle data responsibly and securely.
• Diligence & Adaptability: Pays meticulous attention to quality standards while showing flexibility in adjusting to new tasks, changing priorities, or shifts in the work environment.
• The ideal candidate will possess: Additional certifications in relevant subject matter areas.
• A passion for higher education is a plus.

PAY RANGE

$160,960 - $181,080