Associate General Counsel – Global Risk and Corporate Compliance

Accion

. Provide advice on legal, risk management, compliance, governance, employment, privacy, and technology matters affecting Accion’s global operations .

Posted 10/8/2026full-timeWashington, D.C. • Washington • United StatesMid-Level💰 $130,000 - $160,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal, risk management, compliance, and governance across global operations, with a strong focus on employment law, privacy, and technology matters. Proficient in drafting and negotiating legal agreements, managing compliance programs, and advising on strategic initiatives.

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Juris DoctorateActive U.S. State Bar MembershipLegal Entity ManagementRegulatory ComplianceContract Negotiation

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Hard Skills

Risk ManagementPolicy DevelopmentEmployment LawPrivacy and Data ProtectionTechnology TransactionsCorporate LawAI GovernanceCompliance ReportingLegal DraftingRegulatory Reviews

Soft Skills

Strategic Problem-SolvingClear CommunicationProject ManagementOrganizational SkillsIntegrity and Discretion

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit OrganizationsFinancial ServicesInternational OperationsBoard GovernanceImpact Investing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide advice on legal, risk management, compliance, governance, employment, privacy, and technology matters affecting Accion’s global operations
Support and strengthen legal, risk, and compliance programs across Accion’s nonprofit and for-profit entities
Assist in developing, implementing, and monitoring risk and compliance management programs, policies, and procedures
Conduct risk assessments and support enterprise risk management initiatives
Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting Accion’s global operations
Support audits, regulatory reviews, investigations, and compliance reporting
Advise on privacy, data protection, and cybersecurity matters
Review and negotiate technology, SaaS, software licensing, and vendor agreements
Support governance and risk assessments for emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence
Assist with AI policies, standards, and governance frameworks
Partner with technology and information security teams on legal and compliance risks
Advise on international employment matters, including staffing, work permits, residency requirements, compensation, performance management, accommodations, and separations
Draft and review global and jurisdiction-specific HR policies, reporting, offer letters, employment agreements, and separation agreements
Advise on immigration strategy, workforce transitions, entity restructuring, employer sponsorship, visas, green card petitions, and related programs
Manage immigration and international mobility matters with outside counsel
Assist with employment-related disputes
Support the Board of Directors and Board Committees on governance matters
Prepare and review resolutions, committee materials, governance policies, and corporate records
Support governance and corporate maintenance for U.S. and international entities
Support annual filings and other corporate compliance requirements
Draft, review, and negotiate legal agreements and documents related to global operations and programmatic initiatives
Advise business teams on contractual, operational, and legal risks
Coordinate with and manage outside counsel
Support strategic initiatives and cross-functional projects
Develop and deliver training on legal, risk, compliance, ethics, governance, employment, privacy, and technology topics
Draft, update, maintain, and support implementation of organizational policies and procedures
Promote integrity, accountability, and responsible risk management
Report to the Deputy General Counsel

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree plus a Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school
Active membership in at least one U.S. state bar
5 or more years of relevant legal experience with a large U.S. nonprofit, financial services company and/or a U.S. law firm
Experience in several of the following areas strongly preferred: legal entity management/corporate law, regulatory compliance, employment law/immigration, risk management and reporting, privacy and data protection, artificial intelligence governance, technology transactions, and policy development
Excellent contract negotiation, risk and compliance management, and policy drafting skills
Exceptional strategic, problem-solving, and clear communication abilities
Strong project management and organizational skills
Ability to balance legal risk with practical business objectives
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
High level of integrity, discretion, and ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters
Preferred: experience supporting nonprofit and tax-exempt organizations, financial institutions, SEC registered investment advisers, or other regulated financial services companies
Preferred: experience working across multiple jurisdictions (U.S., Colombia, India, Singapore) and with international operations
Preferred: familiarity with Board governance and corporate secretary matters
Preferred: interest in financial inclusion, impact investing, and international development

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary merit-based bonus
Health insurance (90% employer funded)
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Retirement plans with up to 7.5% employer match
Paid holidays
Paid time off for vacation
Personal days
Sick days
Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities