General Counsel

The Company is seeking a General Counsel to serve as its chief legal officer, advising executive leadership and governing boards on legal risk, governance, and strategic decisions. The role leads and develops the legal team, oversees outside counsel and legal operations, and partners with business leaders to turn legal analysis into practical plans. Responsibilities span corporate governance, real estate development and financing, construction, property management, employment, litigation, compliance, risk management, transactions, public funding, and technology matters. The General Counsel also establishes legal policies and processes, manages legal resources and costs, and supports the organization’s mission and business objectives. Candidates must hold a J.D. from an accredited law school and be an active member in good standing of the California Bar, with at least 15 years of progressively responsible legal experience. They should bring substantial experience advising executives and managing complex legal matters, along with broad capability across corporate, transactional, regulatory, or litigation work. Strong leadership, negotiation, writing, communication, analytical, and business-partnership skills are essential, as are sound judgment, discretion, and the ability to learn unfamiliar areas and collaborate across disciplines. Experience leading or mentoring legal teams is preferred; background in affordable housing, real estate, public finance, construction, property management, or nonprofit organizations is helpful.