Legal Counsel (Fractional)

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Legal Counsel (Fractional) based in the United States.
Join a mission-driven research and implementation nonprofit working across global health, animal welfare, and global catastrophic risk reduction, including AI safety.
In this fractional General Counsel role, you will provide strategic legal guidance to a growing organization and a diverse portfolio of independent, high-impact projects.
You will advise on nonprofit governance, fiscal sponsorship, contracts, employment law, immigration, and cross-border regulatory compliance.
Your expertise will help projects navigate complex legal questions, establish appropriate structures, and prepare for independent operations.
Working closely with senior leadership, you will balance legal risk, operational speed, and organizational objectives in a rapidly evolving environment.
This is an opportunity to shape legal processes, support innovative initiatives, and make a meaningful contribution to organizations addressing some of the world's most pressing challenges.
The role is fully remote, initially requiring approximately 20–24 hours per week, with potential to expand as the project portfolio grows.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
Yes