Policy Counsel

Planned Parenthood Federation of America

. Provide legal analysis and strategic advice to PPFA and Planned Parenthood affiliates on state and local legislation, regulations, and other policies .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $123,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in legal analysis and strategic advice related to reproductive health care, with a strong ability to collaborate across various teams and develop effective legislative strategies. Proficient in conducting legal research and providing professional legal counsel in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

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Juris Doctor (JD)Legal ResearchReproductive Health Care LawInterpersonal CommunicationAnalytical Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Legal AnalysisLegislative DevelopmentRegulatory ComplianceRisk AnalysisLegal Writing

Soft Skills

Detail-OrientedCreative ThinkingAgilityAdaptabilityExcellent Judgment

Certifications & Qualifications

Eligible to Practice in New York or Washington, DC

Industry Keywords

Public Interest WorkSexual and Reproductive HealthPolicy DevelopmentCoalition BuildingHealth Care Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide legal analysis and strategic advice to PPFA and Planned Parenthood affiliates on state and local legislation, regulations, and other policies
Work with policy counsels and the Public Policy, Litigation and Law team
Collaborate across communications, health care operations, government relations, and Planned Parenthood affiliates
Work with national organizations and coalitions to develop strategies protecting and expanding reproductive health care access
Support career development of interns and paralegals
Partner with PPFA staff and affiliates on legislative, regulatory, and occasional compliance matters
Serve as a subject matter expert on reproductive health care and related legal areas
Conduct legal research and write memos and emails on state law questions
Analyze and develop state and local legislation, regulations, and administrative policies affecting reproductive rights and health care delivery
Represent the policy team in national coalition conferences, presentations, meetings, and events
Contribute to efforts centering communities affected by restrictions on sexual and reproductive health and rights
Report to the National Legal Director
Position expected to end in November 2027

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA accredited U.S. law school required
Eligible to practice in New York or Washington, DC
Between 2-6 years of legal experience
Creative, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Exceptional research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to provide legal counsel to executive team and senior leaders
Ability to develop collaborative relationships with attorneys, staff, and clients
Agility, adaptability, and practicality in providing legal advice
Excellent judgment and experience analyzing risks and making risk determinations
Professional and timely legal advice and services
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including translating complex legal concepts into accessible language
Ability to excel under pressure in a fast-paced, innovative, and changing environment
Established interest in public interest work and sexual and reproductive health and rights is a plus, but not mandatory

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time union position
0-10% domestic travel
Workplace culture fostering belonging, learning, and recognition of individual contributions
Equal employment opportunity and non-discriminatory work environment
Diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation valued