Date Posted:
June 2, 2026
Position Title:
Associate General Counsel
Office/Company:
John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Job Number:
HC-07582
Reports To:
Location:
Chicago, IL
Contact:
Salary:
$174,800
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is one of the nation’s largest independent foundations. The Foundation supports creative people, effective institutions, and influential networks building a more just, verdant, and peaceful world.Serve as primary legal counsel to multiple grantmaking teams, advising on grant structures, legal due diligence, and compliance with private foundation tax rules and related domestic and international legal requirements.Juris Doctor from an accredited institution with a record of strong academic and professional achievement, Current admission to the Illinois State Bar, or eligibility for immediate admission as registered in-house counsel
Responsibilities:
• Grantmaking
• Investments and Impact Investments
• Contracts
• Legal Systems and Operations
• Corporate Governance and Affiliate Matters
• Staff Training and Legal Education
Qualifications:
• Juris Doctor from an accredited institution
• Current admission to the Illinois State Bar
• At least five years of experience as a practicing lawyer in a firm, organization, or government
Instructions:
This search is being led by John and Snyder. Interested, qualified attorneys may formally submit their application directly to the John and Snyder website.
Other:
The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
