This is a Senior Attorney Remote position.

Job Summary
The Senior Attorney will provide legal services on complex matters to advance Conservancy priorities and appropriately manage risk for assigned programs and ensure that transactions and activities are legally sound and consistent with the Conservancy's values, mission, policies and procedures. The Senior Attorney will clearly articulate complex legal concepts and options to assigned programs. They will be responsible for providing legal advice and support regarding matters relating to all aspects of the Conservancy's programs for assigned business units within the central United States. These include primarily conservation real estate matters. They will review organizational documents and prepare and examine agreements, which may involve government grants, funding agreements, leases, licenses, purchases, sales, insurance, easements, construction and procurement of goods and services. The Senior Attorney may also provide advice on complex non-real estate conservation projects; contracts and grants, legal support for the Conservancy's engagements and relationships with large corporations, advice regarding renewable energy projects, public policy, tax-exempt law issues and philanthropy. They will work as part of a team of attorneys, paralegals and support staff. While this is a remote role that may be located anywhere in the United States, this position will be expected to work on Central Time Zone hours. This position may have supervisory responsibility for paralegals and may be asked to supervise other attorneys, legal volunteers, and/or outside counsel.

We're Looking For You
At TNC we strive to embody a philosophy of work that you can believe in, where you are helping to address the most pressing environmental issues and making a difference every day. You can help make an impact on nature and its fate in a rapidly changing world; apply practical and innovative solutions; and achieve results through teamwork and new partnerships. The Nature Conservancy's Global Legal Team is seeking an experienced attorney with real estate experience and strong communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will have excellent judgment and be able to advise multiple decision-makers about uncertain risks and challenging choices in a matrixed organization. They will also have the emotional intelligence, authenticity, integrity and disposition to build trust and guide the organization forward in ways that are equitable, fair and inclusive, while navigating difficult or potentially contentious conversations in result-oriented, non-confrontational ways.

What You'll Bring
Juris Doctorate or equivalent and license to practice law in at least one jurisdiction in the United States. 5 years relevant legal experience or at least 3 years relevant legal experience coupled with assumption of significant responsibilities for a geographic area or subject matter expertise. Experience negotiating complex transactions and agreements.
Experience with real estate transactions.

Desired Qualifications
Experience with conservation easements. Experience with renewable energy development projects. Experience in tax-exempt law and legal issues related to charitable contributions. In-house experience and/or law firm experience advising sophisticated clients and senior management. Experience developing, directing and managing multiple projects and implementing strategic program goals. Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural experience appreciated.

Additional Job Information
The Nature Conservancy offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including; health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan including employer match, accrued paid time off (including annual, personal, and sick leave), life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work wellness benefits. Benefits may be subject to generally applicable eligibility, waiting period, contribution, and other requirements and conditions. Learn more about our benefits at nature.org/careers. We're proud to offer a work-environment that is supportive of the health, wellness, and flexibility needs of the people we employ.

Salary Information
The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $95,000 - $150,000 for annual base salary. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate's actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment and an exact range will be provided to you.

Job #609947