Legal Counsel
IJM
Legal Counsel
IJM
Rescues victims, strengthens justice systems worldwide
International Justice Mission (IJM) is the global leader in protecting vulnerable people from violence around the world. Our team of over 1,300 professionals are at work worldwide in over 30 offices. Together we are on a mission to rescue millions, protect half a billion, and make justice unstoppable.
We are a global community that cares for one another. We believe that the way we work is as important as the results we achieve. We provide professional excellence with joy and celebration to all those we serve.
For over 25 years, IJM has pioneered the work to protect vulnerable people from violence. 9 out of 9 times in the last decade, IJM’s Justice System Strengthening Projects have reduced slavery and violence between 50 and 85% for very large populations of people in poverty. As we grow to expand our impact to protect 500 million people from violence, we are seeking Legal Counsel, Data Privacy and AI to serveas IJM's primary legal advisor and domain owner for data privacy, artificial intelligence, information governance, cybersecurity, and related technology matters. This roleis responsible foradvancing IJM’'s global legal framework for responsible data and technology use, providing both strategic legal leadership and hands-on legal support.
Working closely with Global Functions, Regional teams, and senior leaders, this role enables mission-critical data and technology initiatives by delivering practical legal guidance,advising onlegal and regulatory risk, and developing scalable governance frameworks that support IJM's work across multiplejurisdictions. The position leads complex or high-risk matters related to privacy, AI, cybersecurity, data sharing, andemergingtechnologies, helping ensure that innovation and operational effectiveness are pursued in ways that are lawful, ethical, and aligned with IJM's mission and values.
This position is hybrid (onsite Tuesdays & Thursdays) if located in the Washington, DC area or remote for non-local candidates. It reports to the Vice President, Legal Affairs and is only available for candidates with the right to work in the US.
Leadership and Management
Strategy, Knowledge Development, and Implementation
Partnerships and Stakeholder Engagement
Policies, Governance, and Compliance
Communication and Advisory
Training and Development
Eager commitment to IJM's Core Values: Christian, Professional and Bridge-Building;
Strong judgment, integrity, and discretion, particularly in complex, high‑risk, or sensitive situations;
High degree of ownership and initiative, with the ability tooperateindependently in a lean and evolving environment
Emotional intelligence and cultural fluency, enabling effective engagement across regions, functions, and varied stakeholder groups;
Strong interpersonal skills and self-awareness;
Collaborative, solutions-oriented, and adaptable approach to complex challenges;
Effective team player who fosters a collaborative environment; and
Adept at creative problem solving and balancing legal risk with practical operational needs.
Upload Resume, Cover Letter & Statement of Faith* in one PDF document.
*What is a statement of faith?
A statement of faith should describe your Christian faith and how you see it as relevant to your involvement with IJM. The statement can either be incorporated into the cover letter or submitted as a separate document and should include, at a minimum, a description of your spiritual disciplines (prayer, study, etc.) and your current fellowship or place of worship.*
Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision benefits
Monthly commuter and parking benefits in the DC metro area
Retirement benefit options
Paid leave starting at 23 days
12 holidays (plus early release the day prior)
Daily, quarterly, and annual community spiritual formation
Robust staff care resources
IJM holds strict safeguarding principles and a zero tolerance to violations of the Safeguarding Policy, Protection against Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment Policy, and Code of Ethics. Candidate selection is based on technical competence, recruitment, selection and hiring criteria subject to assessing the candidates value congruence and thorough background, police clearance, and reference check processes.
At IJM, we’re committed to building a diverse workforce through fair and equitable employment practices. IJM encourages people of any race, color, age, sex, marital status or political ideology to apply for employment. While we welcome everyone into this work, we truly believe that the work we are doing is God’s work, not our own, and practice spiritual disciplines together daily. That’s why we legally require under SEC. 2000e-1 [Section702] of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 that all employees practice a mature orthodox Christian faith, as defined by the Apostles’ Creed.
IJM requires a background check, police clearance and thorough review of references with an employment offer and/or employment contract.
IJM is a global non-profit that protects people in poverty from violence, including modern slavery and human trafficking. It works with local authorities in many countries to rescue victims, restore survivors, and hold perpetrators accountable. It strengthens justice systems by training prosecutors, law enforcement, and judges, with multidisciplinary teams that include lawyers, investigators, social workers, and community activists. Its goal is to reduce violence against the poor by rescuing victims, restoring survivors, and building stronger justice systems.
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