The General Counsel of Amnesty International USA (AlUSA) reports to the Chief Operating Officer and serves as the legal counsel to the organization’s leadership. The General Counsel is an expert on employment law and laws affecting non-profit advocacy organizations and will partner with Amnesty’s senior leadership to develop a strong legal framework in support of our organizational effectiveness, innovation, compliance and risk mitigation. The General Counsel proactively supports the Executive Director and the Board of Directors in relationships and collaboration with the global organization, Amnesty International (Al), and external partners.

The General Counsel also advises organizational leadership on governance issues, handles all staff union concerns, and manages other projects as assigned. This position handles confidential and sensitive matters and is not covered under the collective bargaining agreement.