General Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Public Citizen is looking for an experienced General Counsel to serve as lead in-house counsel in its Washington, DC, office.

Founded in 1971, Public Citizen is a nonprofit consumer-advocacy organization that advocates before all three branches of the federal government to advance the interests of consumers, workers, and the public generally. We conduct public education campaigns, run coalitions, handle litigation, and do research and advocacy on issues concerning consumer protection, access to justice, healthcare, worker health and safety, budget, tech policy including AI, and climate and energy.

Public Citizen is composed of Public Citizen Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) research and educational organization, and Public Citizen, Inc., a 501(c)(4) organization with members in all 50 states. Public Citizen’s work is described in detail on its website, www.citizen.org.

The General Counsel, working with a part-time deputy general counsel, oversees all aspects of legal compliance. The General Counsel reports to Public Citizen’s Co-Presidents and advises all of its internal managers.

Responsibilities

The General Counsel’s responsibilities include the following :

• Ensuring that Public Citizen maintains rigorous compliance with all applicable legal standards, including –

corporate governance requirements

Requirements and qualifications

Salary and benefits

Salary is $170,000–$190,000. Public Citizen pays the full costs of medical and dental insurance. We offer retirement benefits and generous annual leave. Hybrid work option, with 2 in-office days a week required. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Application

To apply, send a cover letter and resume to litapplicant@citizen.org.

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