General Counsel – Chief Legal Officer

CIEE Barcelona

General Counsel & Chief Legal Officer at CIEE providing legal leadership and governance insights. Overseeing compliance, risk management, and legal matters for international operations and board relations.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive legal expertise in nonprofit governance, corporate law, and risk management, with a strong focus on data privacy and compliance in international operations. Proven ability to provide strategic legal advice to executive leadership and manage complex legal frameworks and compliance programs.

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Juris Doctor (JD)Nonprofit GovernanceCorporate LawRisk ManagementData Privacy

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Hard Skills

Legal AdvisoryLitigation ManagementContract NegotiationRegulatory ComplianceInternational Law

Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingLeadershipCommunicationEthical JudgmentProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Compliance ProgramsGovernance Records ManagementDispute Resolution Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Active Membership in U.S. State Bar

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationInternational EducationNonprofit OrganizationsCybersecurityGlobal Operations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the chief legal advisor to the President and CEO and provide practical, business-oriented legal advice to CIEE executive leadership and organizational stakeholders.
Advise on legal matters affecting domestic and international operations, including nonprofit governance, employment, regulatory compliance, contracts, intellectual property, data privacy, international activities, and risk management.
Provide legal support for strategic initiatives, partnerships, acquisitions, divestitures, investments, and new business opportunities.
Oversee litigation, claims management, investigations, and dispute resolution matters.
Manage the legal department budget and relationships with external legal counsel to ensure cost-effective delivery of legal services.
Monitor and anticipate emerging legal and regulatory developments affecting higher education, international education, nonprofit organizations, international exchange programs, data privacy, and global operations.
As Corporate Secretary to the Board of Directors, support board operations, including meeting planning and attendance, oversight of governance records and structures, policies, and official corporate actions as well as related committee work.
Advise leadership and the board on best practices in corporate governance, nonprofit compliance, conflicts of interest administration, related-party transactions, corporate policies and procedures, and nonprofit fiduciary obligations.
Ensure governance practices remain aligned with organizational needs and evolving nonprofit laws and standards.
Provide legal oversight and guidance related to CIEE's international centers, foreign entities, partnerships, and activities.
Navigate complex international legal frameworks, including regulatory, immigration, tax, data privacy, employment, and contractual matters.
Monitor and mitigate cross-border risk while enabling program growth and innovation.
Lead and oversee enterprise compliance programs and support enterprise risk management initiatives and strategies.
Promote ethical business practices and a culture of accountability throughout the organization.
Advise on cybersecurity, data privacy, artificial intelligence, technology governance, and related regulatory developments.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active membership in at least one U.S. state bar in good standing.
Minimum 15+ years of progressive legal experience, including senior leadership roles with significant experience advising boards and executive leadership.
Demonstrated expertise in non-profit governance and compliance, corporate law, risk management, data privacy, cyber-security, and emerging regulatory issues.
Extensive experience with international operations, programs, or global regulatory environments.
Ability to maintain a valid passport and clear background check in connection with international visa requirements.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off and Parental leave
Gym Reimbursement Program
Employee Assistance Program
Short-term & Long-term Disability
6 floating Fridays (based on our eligibility rules)
CIEE Study Abroad Program discounts
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer contribution
Insurance Coverage (life, travel, medical, dental, and vision)
Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts (medical and dependent)
Voluntary Benefits (identity theft protection, pet insurance, accident, and critical illness)