Associate General Counsel - Corporate, Technology And Governance

Work Location

US - Atlanta, GA
Other Possible

Location:

US
- Washington, DC

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Starting salaries are based on various factors, including candidate experience, education, knowledge, skills, and the cost of labor where the job is based. Salaries listed only apply to jobs based in the US.

As a global leader, CARE is shaping the future of the humanitarian and development sector. Each year, we deliver support and services to millions of people globally. We do this by focusing on our mission and vision, and the values of equality and excellence that guide our organization. We seek dedicated individuals who align with our mission and are passionate about making it a reality by collaborating with others, embracing learning and innovation, and delivering results.

At CARE, we value diversely talented people who can bring different experiences and perspectives to our organization. We know that not all applicants will have every skill and qualification. We encourage everyone who meets the minimum required qualifications to apply. Having one or more of the preferred qualifications will strengthen an application. But, even if you are earlier in your career or followed a non‑traditional educational or professional path, we hope you will consider a career at CARE.

ASSOCIATE GENERAL COUNSEL - CORPORATE, TECHNOLOGY AND GOVERNANCE

US - Atlanta, GA

Reporting to the General Counsel, the Associate General Counsel (AGC) for Corporate, Technology & Governance will provide strategic legal advice on a broad range of domestic and international corporate, finance, technology, cyber, privacy, intellectual property, marketing, and governance matters. The AGC will lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of complex global corporate transactions and contracts; support digital, finance, data, and technology initiatives;

strengthen governance frameworks; and advise on global regulatory compliance. The role partners closely with teams worldwide to manage legal risk, support innovation, and advance CARE’s mission. This hybrid role is based in Atlanta (preferred) or Washington, DC, with 10‑15% travel.

• Serve as principal legal counsel on corporate and technology transactions, governance and cybersecurity matters, data privacy, digital platforms, and information security.
• Provide legal guidance on procurement contracts, technology contracts, SaaS agreements, data‑sharing arrangements, digital innovation, AI governance, cyber incident response, and global privacy compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex technology, data, licensing, and digital‑services agreements supporting CARE’s global operations.
• Ensure CARE’s digital transformation efforts align with international regulatory requirements and best practices.

• Advise executive, regional, and country management on legal and compliance issues affecting CARE’s global operations.
• Provide counsel on corporate structure, international regulatory compliance, cross‑border transactions, governance frameworks, risk management, tax considerations, intellectual property, investigations, and contract drafting and negotiation.
• Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of global corporate transactions, strategic partnerships, MOUs, joint initiatives, and other cross‑border agreements.
• Support Board governance processes, policy development, and organizational compliance systems. May supervise direct reports.

• Support CARE’s governance structures by assisting with Board and committee processes, reviewing governance policies, advising on bylaws and delegations of authority, and ensuring alignment with global best practices.
• Contribute to enterprise risk management, compliance frameworks, and internal controls.

• Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Current good standing to practice law.
• 8‑10 years of professional experience as in‑house counsel and/or law firm counsel handling…