Vice President and Special Counsel, U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform (ILR)

About Us:

If you are passionate about the ability of American business to improve lives, solve problems, and strengthen society, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the place for you. As the world’s largest business organization, we believe in building a future that gives everyone the opportunity to pursue a better tomorrow. We make it our job today–and every day–to build the strongest relationships possible among the American people, business leaders, and elected officials in Washington, D.C., state capitals, and countries around the globe. For them and the businesses we represent, the U.S. Chamber is a trusted advocate and partner. 

We are driven by the pursuit of innovation and partnership and hold ourselves to the highest standards. Our commitment to our members is matched only by our commitment to our employees. As part of our team, we will support your long-term career development while delivering relevant learning opportunities. We will empower you to lead, develop deep expertise, and find new approaches to solving the toughest challenges. 

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Develop, direct, and manage ILR’s state legal reform advocacy program, including the development of multifaceted state-based campaigns to impact policymakers and liability-related legislation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identify opportunities and develop strategic plans for ILR to positively impact the legal climates in multiple problem states and opportunity jurisdictions. 
• Prepare strategic plans for tort reform campaigns in the states and plan various tactics, including grassroots engagement, government relations, and coalition building. 
• Promote ILR’s message and represent ILR to allied groups and interested parties through a variety of forums, including panels, speeches, and meetings. 
• Foster and improve relationships with state elected officials.
• Interact regularly with the ILR Board of Directors and membership regarding legal reform strategy, legislative solutions, and state-specific developments.
• Identify, retain, and manage vendors in jurisdictions selected for legislative activity.
• Direct the ILR state team to align with strategy and goals.
• Liaise with the Chamber Federation and be a thought leader among third-party legal reform-allied organizations.
• Work closely with senior ILR leadership to devise strategy, including the Managing Director and SVP, Strategy 
• Lobby state policymakers and legislative bodies on ILR issues.

REQUIREMENTS:

• J.D. and 8+ years’ experience in state advocacy and government affairs.
• Able to navigate complex and changing political and issue environments.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to understand and analyze a range of legal issues.
• Proven program management skills and the ability to manage several priorities and projects simultaneously with little oversight.
• Willingness to travel to target states as needed.
• Law firm or in-house counsel experience preferred.

The salary range for this position is $244,636.00 to $305,796.00. The actual salary paid for this position will vary based on market data, an applicant’s qualifications, relevant degrees, certifications, and other factors. Our full-time employees are eligible for benefits including healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and paid leave.

We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Our talent acquisition and employment policies are inclusive. We respect both the spirit and letter of the laws of equal employment opportunity.