Career Opportunities

In-House Counsel (Hybrid Position)

Job Summary

The Mattress Recycling Council (MRC) seeks qualified legal counsel to support its statewide mattress recycling programs in California, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Oregon. In-House Counsel will assist with day-to-day legal needs, including reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts, legal research, and advising on other legal and corporate governance issues. This position reports to the Director, Legal Affairs. This is a hybrid position based in Alexandria, VA.

Responsibilities

  • Contracts: Draft, review, negotiate and manage complex contracts with vendors, service providers, educational institutions, and municipal governments to ensure compliance with legal standards and organizational policies and practices.
  • Legal Research: Conduct thorough legal research on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards related to recycling, waste management, and environmental compliance.
  • Advisory Support: Provide legal advice to internal teams on a variety of issues, including corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
  • Dispute Resolution: Manage and resolve any legal disputes that may arise, coordinating with the Director of Legal Affairs or external counsel as necessary.
  • Provide legal guidance and advice in support of program operations
  • Perform various other duties to support the legal needs of the organization

Requirements

  • 3+ years of law firm or in-house legal experience, preferably in environmental law, waste management, or a related field.
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
  • Admission to the bar in California or Oregon
  • Ability to waive into Virginia bar
  • Significant contract drafting/negotiation experience
  • Familiarity with insurance compliance matters
  • Ability to multitask and adjust to the evolving needs of a rapidly growing organization
  • Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgement in prioritizing tasks
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills are essential

To Apply:

Email resume and cover letter to opportunities@mattressrecyclingcouncil.org.

In-House Counsel (Fully Remote Position: Applicants must reside in CA, OR or WA)

Job Summary

The Mattress Recycling Council (MRC) seeks qualified legal counsel to support its statewide mattress recycling programs in California, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Oregon. In-House Counsel will assist with day-to-day legal needs, including reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts, legal research, and advising on other legal and corporate governance issues. This position reports to the Director, Legal Affairs. This is a remote position based in California, Oregon or Washington.

Responsibilities

  • Contracts: Draft, review, negotiate and manage complex contracts with vendors, service providers, educational institutions, and municipal governments to ensure compliance with legal standards and organizational policies and practices.
  • Legal Research: Conduct thorough legal research on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards related to recycling, waste management, and environmental compliance.
  • Advisory Support: Provide legal advice to internal teams on a variety of issues, including corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
  • Dispute Resolution: Manage and resolve any legal disputes that may arise, coordinating with the Director of Legal Affairs or external counsel as necessary.
  • Provide legal guidance and advice in support of program operations
  • Perform various other duties to support the legal needs of the organization

Requirements

  • 3+ years of law firm or in-house legal experience i, preferably in environmental law, waste management, or a related field.
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
  • Admission to the bar in California or Oregon
  • Ability to waive into Virginia bar
  • Significant contract drafting/negotiation experience
  • Familiarity with insurance compliance matters
  • Ability to multitask and adjust to the evolving needs of a rapidly growing organization
  • Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgement in prioritizing tasks
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Excellent written and oral communications skills are essential

Compensation:

Applicants are required to provide proof of their vaccination status.

Job Location:

Applicants must reside in California, Oregon or Washington.  Relocation costs will not be paid.

To Apply:

Email resume and cover letter to opportunities@mattressrecyclingcouncil.org.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

MRC is an equal opportunity employer. We apply the principles of equal opportunity to all employment decisions and no employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated again because of any legally protected status or characteristic. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin (including language use restrictions), sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), sexual orientation, age, disability (either mental or physical) including HIV and AIDS, cancer, genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or any other state or federal legally protected status or characteristic.

Please refer to the: EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY LAW and SUPPLEMENT

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