Assistant General Counsel

Job Title: Assistant General Counsel
Location: West Des Moines, Iowa – In-Office
Reports To: General Counsel / Chief Executive Officer
Department: Legal
Job Type: [Full-Time]

Position Summary:
The Assistant General Counsel serves as a key member of Iowa REALTORS® legal and education teams.
They will support the General Counsel in overseeing the legal affairs of the organization. This role involves
managing and administering the REALTORS® Ethics Professional Standards Program, supporting
Education Department initiatives, and helping ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administering REALTOR® Professional Standards Program, including Grievance Committee

meetings, management of Professional Standards Membership, attendance at Professional Standards
hearings as Board Counsel, and oversight of Professional Standards issues or discipline.

• Assisting Education Department in revamping and maintaining RESmarts education program.
• Aiding Education Department in creating and sustaining REALTOR® Education Course Curricula.
• Teaching REALTOR® Education Courses from time to time or as required.
• Answering REALTOR® questions presented via the Iowa REALTORS® Legal Hotline.
• Monitoring and interpreting new laws, regulations, and industry trends to ensure ongoing

compliance.

• Representing the legal department in cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives.
• Supporting General Counsel and Chief Executive Officer decision-making where needed.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Excellent judgment, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to balance legal risk with practical business considerations.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Real Estate and/or in-house environment.

Working Conditions:

• In office, occasional work-from-home.