| Company Intro |
| For the past 20 years, the mission of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation (SVCF) has been to advance innovative solutions to challenging problems. Based in Mountain View, California, SVCF partners with families, individuals and corporations to manage and facilitate their philanthropy by connecting donors to communities’ most pressing needs. |
| Job Description/Duties |
| SVCF is seeking a new General Counsel to serve as a member of the Foundation’s Executive Leadership Team, reporting to the President and CEO. The General Counsel role is critical to helping the Foundation structure donor and grant agreements, as SVCF is the recipient of large and complex gifts, and makes similarly complex grants locally and around the world. The position is also charged with ensuring that SVCF remains in compliance with relevant laws, IRS regulations and contract agreements. This position offers a competitive salary range of $525,000 to $575,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package. |
| Job Criteria |
| • J.D. with a minimum of 15 years of senior or relevant legal experience with active Bar status; a professional concentration in the area of trusts and estates would be beneficial • Experience with laws applicable to 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations including governance, contract, grant agreements and other day-to-day matters • Comfort exercising strategic judgment to help navigate complex legal situations to further the organization’s mission • Proven track record of excellent management and supervisory skills and experience • Awareness of when outside counsel is needed, and having a network to tap for additional expertise |
| Salary Range/Hourly Rate |
| $525,000 to $575,000 |
| Other Benefits and Perks |
| includes a comprehensive benefits package |
Job Category: Nonprofit
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Mountain View