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The Nature Conservancy Senior Attorney/55889/Remote in Madison, Mississippi

WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU

TNC strives to do work that you can believe in, where you are helping to address the most pressing environmental challenges of our time and make a difference every day. You can help make an impact on nature and its fate in a rapidly changing world; guide practical and innovative solutions; and achieve results through teamwork, partnerships, and the building of strong, respectful relationships. TNC's Global Legal Team, West-Canada Division, is seeking an experienced, creative, strategic attorney with demonstrated good judgment, broad transactional experience, initiative, effective communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will have a refined sense of risk and how to cultivate and manage relationships.

The Senior Attorney will work collaboratively and efficiently to advise decision-makers in evolving and uncertain environments. They will also have emotional intelligence, authenticity, integrity, and the ability to work independently. They will be a thought partner to our project teams in developing innovative solutions, passionate about TNC's mission and goals, and will add to and develop its culture in an inclusive and equitable manner. They will also be able to work sensitively and ethically with a variety of communities to advance shared goals.

As Senior Attorney, you are a motivated individual capable of working independently and providing high value legal services to the organization. You will be our go-to person in providing sound legal advice and risk management. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and shaping the work of our Legal team!

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

  • Juris Doctorate or equivalent and license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

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``` - 7 years relevant legal experience as an attorney.

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``` - Experience negotiating complex, sensitive or high-profile transactions and agreements.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural experience appreciated.

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``` - Experience managing other attorneys and/or legal support staff.

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``` - Experience in one or more of the following legal subjects: real estate and land use, commercial contracts, technology and intellectual property, commercial or property litigation, Indian law and indigenous sovereignty, grants and public funding, environmental protection and related administrative law, tax-exempt and nonprofit organizations and related tax issues.

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``` - In-house experience and/or law firm experience advising sophisticated clients and senior management.

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``` - Experience developing, directing and managing multiple projects and implementing strategic program goals.

WHAT WE BRING

Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world!

TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our benefits on our Culture Tab on nature.org/careers.

We're proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ.

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including; health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan includi g employer match, accrued paid time off (including annual, personal, and sick leave), life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellness benefits. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other require

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