BBB National Programs · 7 hours ago
Assistant General Counsel
McLean, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expBBB National Programs is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a more accountable and trustworthy marketplace. As the Assistant General Counsel, you will provide comprehensive legal support, manage legal matters related to dispute resolution programs, and contribute to strategic decision-making to mitigate legal risks across the organization’s operations.
EventsNon Profit
Responsibilities
Provide hands-on legal advice and support for a variety of legal matters including contracting, dispute resolution services, litigation, intellectual property, technology, employment, marketing, antitrust, risk, regulatory and data privacy matters
Serve as legal counsel to the BBB AUTO LINE and other dispute resolution programs including with respect to regulatory compliance, program rules, audits and program participant matters
Mitigate the risk of litigation, respond to third-party subpoenas and document requests, and assist with the organization’s litigation matters
Serve as a strategic advisor and thought leader on organizational strategy and plans from a legal, regulatory, and reputational risk perspective
Build and maintain scalable and effective processes for providing legal input related to risk, vendor management, AI, technology, and corporate governance and assist with policies related to the same
Maintain and manage IP portfolio including trademark prosecution and maintenance
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) with 5+ years of relevant experience
Admitted to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and in good standing
Transactional law experience (e.g., handling various vendor contracts including SaaS agreements and other technology agreements)
Litigation experience or experience with alternative dispute resolution
Demonstrated ability to handle a wide range of legal matters
Strong business acumen, an ability to think strategically and negotiation abilities to grow the organization
High level of professionalism, sound judgment and integrity
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively as part of a team
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to anticipate legal issues or risks and see around the corner
Excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and prioritize work
Creative problem-solving ability and excellent analytic skills
Fluent with Microsoft Office applications; ability to learn new applications and adopt new technology and skills quickly
Preferred
Fortune 500 in-house counsel experience
Non-profit in-house counsel experience
A major law firm or the government (federal or state) experience
Alternative dispute resolution, 'lemon' laws, consumer warranty laws, or class action litigation experience
Benefits
Health & Welfare Benefits
Financial Well-Being
Time Off
Wellness
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Company
BBB National Programs
BBB National Programs is where companies, industry experts, and trade associations work together.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
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