Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) · 18 hours ago
Staff Attorney, Fossil Economy
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$75K/yr - $88K/yr
2+ years expCenter for International Environmental Law (CIEL) is focused on using the power of law to protect the environment and promote human rights. They are seeking a Staff Attorney to confront the expansion of the petrochemicals sector and develop legal strategies to address regulatory frameworks related to fossil fuels. The role involves researching regulations, drafting legal documents, and engaging with stakeholders to achieve project goals.
Wildlife Conservation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and apply analyses of relevant regulatory frameworks (including environmental, financial, trade, etc.) to contribute to CIEL and movement strategies for confronting petrochemical pollution and false solutions
Draft legal documents for permit challenges, administrative proceedings, regulatory notice-and-comment periods, and other relevant processes
Represent CIEL in coalitions, public meetings, workshops, hearings, press, and other instances as assigned
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with relevant partner organizations, and other actors/stakeholders to achieve CIEL’s project-related goals
Propose, draft, and edit reports, briefings, fact sheets, and other written materials as required to convey research and analysis to movement partners and media as appropriate
Maintain existing and build new relationships with coalition partners in plastics, climate, agriculture, and other movements
Balance long-term projects with rapid response research and analysis as necessary to respond to partner demands, press inquiries, and breaking news
Support fundraising efforts, such as contributing to proposals and reports, as relevant
Maintain timesheets and track receipts, and submit them on time
Meet periodically as requested with supervisor and other team members
Participate in weekly staff and team meetings and other organizational activities, including an annual staff performance evaluation
Qualification
Required
J.D. or equivalent degree with 2 years of relevant experience in a legal role
Ability to write clearly and concisely, and in accordance with standards for legal submissions
Knowledge of US law and familiarity with EU legal systems, and the ability to quickly navigate new legal and regulatory frameworks, including in the US, Europe, and at UN or other international fora
Demonstrated ability to distill key messages from technical information and translate them to different audiences and on different platforms
Ability to oversee and deliver multiple priorities by target dates and perform a wide variety of tasks over the course of the workday
Ability to work both separately and collaboratively, in close coordination across teams
Comfort admitting what you don't know and recognizing that seeking and receiving feedback is part of the learning process
Awareness of how your words and actions affect others, openness to and respect for others' perspectives
Able to travel occasionally for periods of up to 2 weeks
Professional spoken and written proficiency in English
Preferred
Knowledge of the fossil fuel and petrochemical sectors in the US and Europe
Experience with international, environmental, and/or human rights law or similar fields
While knowledge of US law is required, formal education in US law (e.g. JD or other degree) is preferred
Professional proficiency in a language used in relevant European geographies (including but not limited to French, Spanish, German, and Dutch)
Benefits
Employer-subsidized health, dental, and vision
Paid vacation
Sick, and 18 weeks of parental leave
5% contribution of gross annual salary into a 403(b) retirement account or similar local benefit
A relocation stipend
Dedicated professional development funding
Paid sabbatical leave after 7 years
US Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Company
Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL)
The Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) uses the power of the law to protect the environment, promote human health, and ensure a just and sustainable society.
51-200 employees
Funding
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Growth StageLeadership Team
Michelle Williams
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