OFFICE LOCATION
Arlington, Virginia, USA
Remote - ALL INTERNATIONAL
Who We Are
The mission of The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is to conserve the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we develop innovative, on-the-ground solutions to the world’s toughest environmental challenges so that people and nature can thrive. Our work is guided by our values, which include a commitment to diversity and respect for people, communities, and cultures. From a rewarding mission to career development and flexible schedules, there are many reasons to love life #insideTNC. Want to know more? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor .
One of TNC’s primary goals is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that employees around the globe have a sense of belonging and feel that their unique contributions are valued. We know we’ll only achieve our mission by hiring and engaging a diverse staff that reflects the communities in which we work. Recognizing that people bring talent and skills that have been developed outside the scope of a job, we take a holistic approach to recruitment that considers life experience in addition to the professional requirements listed in our postings. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and you’ll stay for the people.”
What We Can Achieve Together
Come join TNC’s growing legal team supporting the Provide Food & Water Global Strategies Team (Provide), the Protect Lands & Waters Global Strategies Team (Protect), and the Corporate Engagements Team.
Through regenerative and resilient food and water systems, the Provide team is catalysing action to improve food and water security, support communities and conserve and restore biodiversity. Their success hinges on partnerships and collaboration across the food and water sectors. The Protect team is focusing on the most effective conservation pathways and global priorities to ensure that TNC protects the right 30% of the planet, effectively managed, durably financed and guided by inclusive partnerships with Indigenous Peoples and local communities.
As a Senior Attorney, you will provide high value legal services on complex matters around the world to advance TNC’s priorities and appropriately manage risk. As Senior Attorney, we are looking for a motivated individual capable of working independently providing high value legal services to the organization. You will be a seasoned negotiator and critical thinker. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation through our Global Strategies Teams!
WE'RE LOOKING FOR YOU
The Senior Attorney will independently provide high value legal services on complex matters to advance priorities and appropriately manage risk to assigned programs. They will provide legal advice and direction on complex matters to the Provide Food & Water Global Strategy Team (Provide), the Protect Lands & Waters Global Strategies Team (Protect), and the Corporate Engagements Team, or other business units as assigned. They will apply highly developed analytical and risk management skills to serve organizational needs efficiently and effectively, clearly articulate complex legal concepts and options to project managers, high-level managers, and the Board of Directors. They will also ensure that transactions and activities are legally sound and consistent with the organization’s mission, authority, policies, and procedures. They will need to travel occasionally and work long or flexible hours as needed
What You'll Bring
What You’ll Bring:
Desired Qualifications
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 competitive and comprehensive benefits packages tailored to the individual countries where we work. These may include health care benefits, retirement benefits, parental leave, paid time off, life insurance, and disability coverage as well as an employee assistance program and other life and 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 the health and well-being of the people we employ.
SALARY INFORMATION
This position may be based in any country where TNC has an established entity, taking into consideration legal restrictions, such as non-national ratios and immigration processing times. For U.S. based applicants only, the starting pay range for this position is generally within the range of $145,000 - 185,000 for annual base salary and is based on location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. For all other applicants, pay ranges will be in local currency, the pay range will be based on the local labor market, and not tied to the above pay range. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment and used to determine your actual pay range. Additionally, for all applicants, actual pay will fall within a range based on a variety of factors including, for example, the candidate’s qualifications, specific skills, and experience.
This description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required for this job.
APPLY NOW
Please apply to Job #55436 at www.nature.org/careers . Submit required cover letter and resume separately using the upload buttons. Click “submit” to apply for the position or “save for later” to create a draft application for future submission. Once submitted, applications cannot be revised or edited. Failure to complete required fields may result in your application being disqualified from consideration. If you experience technical issues, please contact applyhelp@tnc.org .
The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization that reflects our global character is a priority and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientations, gender identities, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.
TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to applyhelp@tnc.org with Request for Accommodation in the subject line.