director of legal

Jakara Movement

The OpportunityJakara Movement seeks a dynamic and accomplished lawyer to develop high-impact initiatives that drive lasting, positive change for Punjabi Sikhs and other marginalized communities across California as its inaugural Director of Legal Services. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and strategic leader to play a pivotal role at a critical moment in our organization's evolution.The ideal candidate will be deeply connected within the nonprofit and legal communities, possess a service-oriented mindset, and have a proven track record of implementing innovative ideas into actionable, transformative outcomes. As the Director of Legal Services, you will be a key driver in advancing our work in legal advocacy, movement lawyering, and supporting strategic organizational growth.In this vital role, you will significantly expand our capacity to achieve ambitious organizational goals, working collaboratively with a talented and committed team to push forward bold initiatives that seek to create real, systemic impact. If you are ready to contribute to a forward-thinking organization rooted in Seva, justice, and community, we want to hear from you.About Jakara MovementJakara Movement is a grassroots community-building organization rooted in the Punjabi Sikh Sangat. Our mission is to empower, educate, and organize youth, families, and communities through Gurmat-inspired activism, service, and leadership development. With programs across California, we are building a generation that is socially conscious, civically engaged, and unapologetically rooted in their identity.What You&rsquo;ll DoBelow is an illustrative list of the Director of Legal Services position:Program Strategy &amp; Legal Leadership<ul><li>Lead the development and implementation of legal initiatives and strategic advocacy efforts in alignment with Jakara&rsquo;s mission and values.</li><li>Co-lead the execution of Jakara&rsquo;s strategic plan, ensuring legal frameworks and community-informed goals are integrated across all organizational areas.</li><li>Serve as the organization&rsquo;s in-house general counsel, overseeing nonprofit compliance, employment law, contracts, and risk management. Provide high-level guidance on HR matters, risk management, and legal compliance in collaboration with the Executive Director.</li><li>Serve as legal advisor to Jakara Movement on policy advocacy campaigns, coalition partnerships, and community-based legal empowerment projects.</li><li>Build and maintain relationships with pro bono legal partners, advocacy groups, and allied nonprofits.</li><li>Collaborate closely with the Executive Director to set strategic direction and implement organizational priorities related to legal services.</li><li>Connect Jakara Movement externally to key stakeholders, legal networks, funders, and policy partners.</li><li>Serve as a thought leader and trusted advisor on legal issues affecting Punjabi Sikh and other marginalized communities.</li><li>Supervise senior staff in programs, legal services, and other areas as needed.</li><li>Provide high-level guidance on HR matters, risk management, and legal compliance in collaboration with the Executive Director.</li><li>Assist in legal-focused fundraising, resource development, and grant opportunities.</li></ul>Who You AreIdeal candidates will have:<ul><li>A JD degree and active membership in the California Bar &ndash; required</li><li>Minimum 7 years of distinguished experience in legal advocacy or nonprofit leadership, including 3+ years of supervisory experience</li><li>Deep passion for Jakara Movement&rsquo;s mission, grassroots empowerment, and social justice</li><li>Strategic mindset with the ability to connect long-term vision to short-term actions</li><li>Exceptional written and verbal communication skills across diverse audiences</li><li>A strong track record of managing people, programs, and complex projects</li><li>Experience with nonprofit legal compliance, community lawyering, and civil rights litigation preferred</li><li>Fluent in Punjabi</li><li>Proficiency in tools such as Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Slack, and Monday is a plus.</li></ul>What Else You Should KnowJakara Movement is an equal opportunity employer.Compensation and Benefits:<ul><li>$150,000 (probationary period 3 months)</li><li>401k matching program after probationary period</li><li>Medical, dental, and vision benefits</li></ul>Work Environment: This is a full-time remote position with frequent travel (4&ndash;6 times per month).Preferred:<ul><li>Lived or cultural experience relevant to Jakara&rsquo;s base (Punjabi/South Asian or allied community).</li><li>Experience working with organizing- or campaign-based nonprofits.</li></ul>Compensation &amp; Benefits<ul><li>Salary: $125,000&ndash;$155,000 annually, commensurate with experience.</li><li>Benefits: Generous paid time off, health/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) retirement match, professional development support.</li><li>Location: California with statewide travel.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $125,000.00 - $155,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Relocation assistance</li></ul>Language:<ul><li>Punjabi (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Fresno, CA 93722

Director of Legal Services

Agency for Community Transit

The Agency for Community Transit (ACT) is seeking a Director of Legal Affairs will provide in-house legal counsel, leadership, management, and support to the Executive Director, senior management, employees, and the Board of Directors on legal matters, risk management and compliance functions. The Director will draft, review, and revise all legal documents and agreements to which the Agency is a party, including but not limited to employment, real estate documents, licenses, easements, inter-governmental agreements, vendor contracts, etc. Director will assist with contract compliance, oversee safety and risk management, and work with outside counsel as needed. The Director will advise senior management regarding new and existing laws relating to the Agency&rsquo;s operations.For consideration, please submit a letter of interest, resume, and complete a job application at http://jobs.actinfo.org/Essential Functions include but are not limited to:<ul><li>Advises Executive Director, senior management, employees, and the Board of Directors on a wide array of legal matters, especially in areas pertaining to real estate, contracts, agreements, risk management, employment/labor, municipal law, non-profit law, and state and federal compliance.</li><li>Drafts, reviews, and revises all legal documents and agreements to which the Agency is a party, including but not limited to employment, real estate documents, licenses, easements, inter-governmental agreements, vendor contracts, memoranda of understanding, board documents, etc.</li><li>Remains aware of new and existing laws regarding employment, public bodies, labor relations, public finance, transit, and other matters related to the Agency&rsquo;s operations and advises accordingly.</li><li>Oversees safety and risk management for the Agency.</li><li>Assists with the establishment of insurance amounts based on a project&rsquo;s risk.</li><li>Reviews/edits construction bonding language based on statutes and regulations of the appropriate funding source.</li><li>Conducts and manages legal research and analysis and delivers advice and counsel, especially in complex and sophisticated areas of the law.</li><li>Assists with the management of outside counsel on matters relating to employment, safety, litigation, claims, labor relations, etc. to ensure efficient and cost-effective service and the delivery of high quality and timely work.</li><li>Participates in negotiating pricing, terms, and conditions of contracts.</li><li>Monitors vendor/contractor performance and compliance with contract requirements and federal regulations from contract signing through close-out.</li><li>Assists with the development and implementation of Agency policies as needed.</li><li>Assists in the preparation of Board resolutions, ordinances, and other documents.</li><li>Participates in FTA Triennial Review and other federal, state and Agency audits.</li><li>Assists Executive Director with the implementation of projects and initiatives.</li></ul>Qualifications/Requirements<ul><li>Advanced degree with six or more years of direct legal experience.</li><li>Juris Doctor (J.D.); licensed to practice in the State of Illinois.</li><li>Substantial and in-depth legal experience, involving contracts, real estate and compliance.</li><li>Experience with a public body in the State of Illinois preferred.</li><li>Experience with real estate transactions preferred.</li><li>Experience with risk management and safety preferred.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to thrive professionally, including excellent customer service skills and ability to work collaboratively as a valued partner in the office.</li><li>Demonstrated talent and skill in program leadership, exceptionally sound personal judgment and initiative, and excellent legal matter management skills.</li><li>Ability to manage/work through differences and drive consensus in resolving challenging legal issues.</li><li>Highest commitment to ethics, integrity and honesty, and the aspirations of the legal profession and lawyering, and strong interpersonal skills.</li><li>Proven ability to build and maintain relationships across a broad range of diverse constituencies, including executives, elected officials, Board members, etc.</li><li>Ability to work both independently and collaboratively when needed, exercising good judgment and initiative, and making decisions on issues and matters.</li><li>Ability to skillfully communicate complex legal concepts to non-legal professionals.</li><li>Ability to oversee and maintain highly confidential information.</li><li>Effective time management, personnel management, organizational, multi-tasking, and matter management skills.</li><li>Exceptional verbal and written communication skills</li><li>Excellent analytical, research, advocacy, diplomacy, and problem solving skills.</li><li>Strong presentation skills and the capacity to organize and explain complex and complicated legal information and concepts.</li><li>Appropriate sense of urgency and ability to manage a demanding caseload of routine and complex matters &ndash; with grace, patience, diplomacy, and good temperament</li><li>Experience with public sector contracts, and the development of request for proposals preferred.</li><li>Possess the ability to act decisively under pressure, meet critical deadlines, establish priorities, and organize work schedules with attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential to the position.</li><li>Proficient in using computers with related knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, and other experience with a variety of software programs and internet.</li></ul>Working Conditions and Physical RequirementsNormal working conditions for this position are typical of an office environment. The position requires a capacity to work beyond standard office hours when needed to address critical deadlines. Travel is minimal.The physical requirements of the position include sufficient hand, arm, and finger dexterity to operate computer keyboard or other office equipment. Must have the ability to sit for long periods of time. Requires visual acuity to read words and numbers and speaking and hearing ability sufficient to communicate in person or over the phone.This is a full-time, salaried position with an excellent benefit package, including matching retirement plan, paid time off, and insurance . For consideration, please submit a letter of interest, resume, and complete job application at http://jobs.actinfo.org/Job Type: Full-timePay: $96,637.00 - $144,851.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Parental leave</li><li>Referral program</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Doctorate (Required)</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>Juris Doctor license to practice in the State of Illinois (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Pontoon Beach, IL 62040 (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Relocate:<ul><li>Pontoon Beach, IL 62040: Relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Director of Legal Affairs

Symbolic

A pioneering AGI company in Dubai is seeking a legal professional to manage high-priority projects, provide comprehensive legal advice on Web3 technologies, and ensure regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate holds a J.D. degree and has over 4 years of experience in legal advisory roles. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to navigate complex legal landscapes are essential. This opportunity allows you to be part of a transformative team reshaping the AI industry.

Director of Legal & Regulatory Strategy - Web3 & AI

Gathern | جاذر إن

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Director of GRC & Legal

Gathern

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">JOB PURPOSE: 
Lead governance, risk management, and legal compliance strategies to ensure the organization operates within regulatory frameworks while managing legal risks effectively. 
 
Accountabilities 
Functional:
</h3><ul><li>Key Responsibilities</li>
<li>Oversee governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) frameworks.</li>
<li>Develop and implement legal strategies.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with corporate policies, contracts, and applicable laws.</li>
<li>Manage legal proceedings, disputes, and corporate governance matters.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Striving for Excellence:</h3><ul>
<li>Foster a culture of accountability while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.</li>
<li>Establish performance metrics and objectives for teams.</li>
<li>Optimize operational processes and document best practices for consistency.</li>
<li>Manage budgeting processes to align resources with strategic goals.</li>
<li>Oversee governance frameworks to promote accountability and transparency.</li>
<li>Implement reporting mechanisms to track performance and progress.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with relevant regulations while promoting organizational transparency.</li>
<li>Collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute to shared team objectives.</li>
<li>Provide regular updates on performance and document any issues or challenges to ensure timely resolution</li>
</ul>
Requirements<ul>
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Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, or a related field.</li>
<li>Preferred 8+ years of experience in similar field.</li></ul></div>

National Security Agency

Senior Executive Leader/ General Counsel, National Security Agency (MD)

DigitalOcean

<div><div>Dive in and do the best work of your career at DigitalOcean. Journey alongside a strong community of top talent who are relentless in their drive to build the simplest scalable cloud. If you have a growth mindset, naturally like to think big and bold, and are energized by the fast-paced environment of a true industry disruptor, you'll find your place here. We value winning together&mdash;while learning, having fun, and making a profound difference for the dreamers and builders in the world.</div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
We are looking for a Senior Director level Senior Commercial Counsel who is passionate about enabling innovation, scale and growth through go-to-market revenue verticals.</h2>

As a Senior Commercial Counsel at DigitalOcean, you will report directly to the General Counsel and serve as the lead legal partner for our Go-to-Market organization. You will play a critical role in shaping and executing legal strategy for complex and first-of-their-kind commercial arrangements that support AI, PaaS, SaaS, and IaaS offerings. You will be a trusted advisor to senior leadership, driving scalable legal processes while enabling innovation across DigitalOcean's ecosystem of customers and partners.
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What You'll Do</h2>
<ul><li>Serve as the lead commercial counsel for the Go-to-Market team, driving legal strategy and execution for complex and innovative commercial arrangements supporting AI services, PaaS, SaaS, and IaaS.</li>
<li>Act as a key liaison, strategy advisor, and contract lead for DigitalOcean partnerships, including direct resellers, ecosystem partners, managed service providers, affiliate marketing partners as well as direct customers.</li>
<li>Oversee the development and continuous improvement of legal templates, playbooks, AI-enabled processes, and risk management frameworks to support scalable and efficient commercial operations.</li>
<li>Partner with Finance, Sales, and Operations to support contract lifecycle management (Quote-to-Cash), driving process automation and legal tooling improvements across the business.</li>
<li>Advise on and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulatory frameworks.</li>
<li>Support M&amp;A initiatives as needed, including contract diligence, integration, and post-close support.</li>
<li>Lead or participate in special projects and high-priority initiatives as assigned by the General Counsel.</li>
<li>Manage a small team of legal operations professionals.</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Key Metrics</h2>
<ul><li>Timeliness and quality of legal guidance on key commercial transactions</li>
<li>Efficiency and scalability of contracting processes and tools</li>
<li>Stakeholder satisfaction across GTM, Finance, Product and Operations teams</li>
<li>Successful enablement of strategic partnerships and reseller ecosystems</li>
<li>Quality and impact of contributions to M&amp;A initiatives</li>
<li>Working well under pressure and tight timelines</li>
<li>Commitment to excellence in all endeavors</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">What You'll Add to DigitalOcean</h2>
<ul><li>Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active bar membership in at least one U.S. state.</li>
<li>10+ years of legal experience, with significant in-house experience supporting commercial transactions in the technology sector.</li>
<li>Proven expertise in structuring, negotiating, and executing complex commercial and partnership agreements.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of cloud services, SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, and emerging AI offerings.</li>
<li>Experience designing and scaling legal operations frameworks, including templates, playbooks, and contract lifecycle management systems.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to partner cross-functionally with GTM, Finance, Operations, and Product teams.</li>
<li>Excellent business judgment, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to translate legal risk into practical business solutions.</li>
<li>A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and comfort operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Preferred:</h3>
<ul><li>Familiarity with AI-related regulatory trends and their impact on commercial contracts.</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Compensation Range:</h2>
<ul><li>$230,200 - $287,750</li>
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<ul><li>This is a remote role</li></ul>

JR: 2025-7376

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Why You'll Like Working for DigitalOcean</h2>
<ul><li>We innovate with purpose. You'll be a part of a cutting-edge technology company with an upward trajectory, who are proud to simplify cloud and AI so builders can spend more time creating software that changes the world. As a member of the team, you will be a Shark who thinks big, bold, and scrappy, like an owner with a bias for action and a powerful sense of responsibility for customers, products, employees, and decisions.</li>
<li>We prioritize career development. At DO, you'll do the best work of your career. You will work with some of the smartest and most interesting people in the industry. We are a high-performance organization that will always challenge you to think big. Our organizational development team will provide you with resources to ensure you keep growing. We provide employees with reimbursement for relevant conferences, training, and education. All employees have access to LinkedIn Learning's 10,000+ courses to support their continued growth and development.</li>
<li>We care about your well-being. Regardless of your location, we will provide you with a competitive array of benefits to support you from our Employee Assistance Program to Local Employee Meetups to flexible time off policy, to name a few. While the philosophy around our benefits is the same worldwide, specific benefits may vary based on local regulations and preferences.</li>
<li>We reward our employees. The salary range for this position is based on market data, relevant years of experience, and skills. You may qualify for a bonus in addition to base salary; bonus amounts are determined based on company and individual performance. We also provide equity compensation to eligible employees, including equity grants upon hire and the option to participate in our Employee Stock Purchase Program.</li>
<li>DigitalOcean is an equal-opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ancestry, national origin, caste, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic makeup, marital status, or military service.</li>
</ul>
Application Limit: You may apply to a maximum of 3 positions within any 180-day period. This policy promotes better role-candidate matching and encourages thoughtful applications where your qualifications align most strongly.</div></div>

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