Associate General Counsel/Assistant Legal Secretary

The Salvation Army Eastern Territory HQ • West Nyack, NY • 4h ago

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.We are the largest non-governmental provider of social services in America and every year, we help over 30 million Americans overcome poverty, homelessness, addiction, economic hardships, loneliness, and exploitation through a wide range of programs and services.The Eastern Territorial Headquarters has an opening for an Associate General Counsel/Assistant Legal Secretary. This position will assist the General Counsel/Legal Secretary, and in his/her absence to carry out all the corporate and legal requirements of The Salvation Army including, but not limited to, daily management and oversight of the Legal Department, direct supervision over Contract Funding Group and Trusts and Estates Group personnel and work product, back-up to Board of Trustees Secretary function, providing legal expertise and support for all departments of Territorial Headquarters and the Commands, and safeguarding the Eastern Territorys legal interests and ensuring legal considerations are integrated into the decision-making process.This position, based in West Nyack, NY requires approximately 35 hours of work per week and is onsite. Responsibilities:In consultation with the General Counsel, the Associate General Counsel / Assistant Legal Secretary may be asked to perform the following: Assist the General Counsel in advising the Board of Trustees and Cabinet on legal and management matters including, but not limited to, programs, budgets, policy, legislation, and human resource matters. Provide legal support on governance matters, including preparing the agenda for the Board of Trustees meetings, attending Board meetings, drafting minutes, preparing resolutions and ensuring proper execution of all Board actions. In the absence of the General Counsel, process the business of the Board of Trustees, as required by Board approvals. Serve, as appointed, on various committees and as a corporate officer and signatory of the various corporations and perform various duties associated with such appointments. Serve as a legal resource to THQ departments and the Commands as assigned by the General Counsel and provide relevant written and oral advice. Provide general assistance on all aspects of corporate and nonprofit governance within the Eastern Territory. Participate in strategic discussions, offering legal insights that align with The Eastern Territorys mission and objectives. Ensure company-wide compliance with governance standards and best practices. Monitor and update the General Counsel on pending legislation and regulations affecting Eastern Territory operations. Draft and review Eastern Territory Minutes, policies and procedures, as necessary. Review and advise on Contract Funding matters Review and advise on Trusts and Estates matters Primary responsibility for overseeing the Contract Funding and Trusts and Estates Groups workflow which includes, but is not limited to, the review, management and monitoring of Territorial contracts, agreements, applications and corporate documents, powers of attorney and corporate resolutions requiring Board of Trustee approval. Monitor matters relating to Intellectual Property, including applications and/or renewals for Service Marks and Trademarks to the US Patent and Trademark Office, as well as infringement claims, and work with the National Headquarters Legal Department to ensure said matters are properly addressed. Manage, monitor, and maintain current and future portfolio of New Markets Tax Credit transactions, as well as other financing transactions, as needed. * As directed by the General Counsel, oversee and manage litigation, arbitration and other bu

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