UNPAID VOLUNTEER - Principal / Senior / Legal Advisors / Assistants (US-based)

Degree in Law (Legal Assistant) Qualified lawyer admitted as a lawyer in an American state with some post-qualification experience (Legal Advisor) Qualified lawyer admitted as a lawyer in an American state with a minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience (Senior Legal Advisor) Qualified lawyer admitted as a lawyer in an American state with a minimum of 7 years post-qualification experience (Principal Legal Advisor) Proven experience in a not-for-profit environment Overall broad legal knowledge in relevant areas (corporate law, contract law, employment law, litigation, etc.) In-depth understanding of how legal issues affect organizations Ability to develop legal strategy and objectives Experience in building constructive relationships with stakeholders Experience in working independently and with teams to drive forward blockchain-related projects using your own initiative Excellent English writing skills Ability to develop effective working relationships, work flexibly across professional and operational boundaries, and communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders at all levels Proven ability to effectively multitask and prioritize work Excellent problem-solving skills Excellent attention to detail and a proactive attitude Excellent use of Microsoft Office 365 suite (including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint & OneDrive) Foreign language skills (e.g. Spanish) would be preferred Some knowledge on topics central to the BCI such as climate change, climate finance, and blockchain technology preferred

Providing advice on legal matters Evaluating and weighing multiple inputs and impacts of any decision or course of action Supporting the formulation or review of internal governance policies and managing the impact of external factors Drafting legal opinions, memoranda, and briefing documents Formulating formalities regarding settlements of disputes Monitoring the implementation of the legal clauses Provide legal insights into the use of blockchain and emerging technologies in climate action frameworks Advise members on legal issues and risks, including corporate and charity governance, fundraising, marketing, competition, data protection, trademarks, copyright, defamation, and litigation matters