Assistant General Counsel, Corporate & Compliance

About Social Finance

Social Finance is a national nonprofit organization founded in 2011, dedicated to changing social systems to enable all individuals to thrive. The organization’s mission focuses on creating partnerships and investments that demonstrably improve people’s lives in sectors such as economic mobility, health, and housing. Social Finance is also a registered investment advisor as SF Advisors, LLC. With over $400 million mobilized for investments, the organization works across four primary areas : Impact-first Investing, Workforce and Education Investments, Advisory & Public Sector Practice, and the Social Finance Institute. Through these areas, the organization aims to design and manage effective financial solutions, implement data-driven programs for social impact, and build systems for impactful change. Their core values include people, performance, integrity, collaboration, and inclusion.

About this Role

The Assistant General Counsel, Corporate & Compliance position at Social Finance is a pivotal role reporting directly to the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer. This role involves overseeing compliance programs, corporate governance, and contract management while acting as a trusted advisor to internal teams and leadership. It demands a blend of attention to detail and creativity to navigate evolving legal landscapes. The successful candidate will manage nonprofit governance, ensure regulatory compliance, and support contracts with government entities. They will also collaborate with the Legal team on investment fund operations and other organizational matters. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization aiming to create measurable social impact.

Responsibilities

• Oversee corporate governance and entity management for nonprofit parent and 20+ subsidiaries and affiliates.
• Independently manage the organization’s RIA compliance program and build a culture of compliance.
• Review and negotiate a variety of contracts including grants, advisory agreements, and vendor agreements.
• Support the organization’s Public Sector team with contracts for outcomes-based financing projects.
• Oversee data security and organizational policies; ensure adherence to internal policies and controls.
• Contribute to a positive compliance culture by maintaining relationships with key stakeholders.
• Collaborate on fund and investment work with opportunities for selective exposure and growth.

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