Nationwide, Type: Full Time, Exempt Position Location: Virtual Office; Remote Do you enjoy working with business professionals, C-suite executives, and company owners? Are you detail-oriented with high-level administrative and organizational skills? Are you looking to be part of an innovative, enthusiastic team committed to growing private companies’ value and worth in the marketplace while creating high-performing board members for effective governance roles? If so, we’d like to hear from you! The Private Directors Association (PDA) is the premier professional nonprofit organization for private company governance. Our purpose is to enable and enhance the value, growth, and resilience of privately held companies through effective governance. Created in 2014, we serve more than 3,500 members, with 20+ Chapters located throughout the United States. PDA is seeking to hire a full-time Chapter Relations Manager to join our team. Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the key responsibilities for the position are defined below. Position Summary: PDA’s Chapter Relations Managers serve as the primary liaison between PDA’s national office and its Chapters. This role is responsible for strengthening Chapter operations, supporting volunteer leadership, and ensuring alignment with PDA’s mission to promote effective governance in private companies. Chapter Relations Managers are relationship-builders, strategic thinkers, and skilled communicators who thrive in a member-driven environment. Key Responsibilities: Serve as the main point of contact for Chapter leaders, providing guidance on governance, operations, and strategic planning Facilitate onboarding and ongoing training for Chapter officers and committees Work with Chapter and National CFO on annual Chapter budget, along with financial tracking year-round Support Chapter succession planning and volunteer recruitment Assist Chapters in planning and executing local events. This includes: negotiating and reviewing event contracts/agreements/ BEOs, scheduling, creating, and tracking registrations, assisting with speaker requests and event facilities to coordinate day-of-logistics Work with Chapters to create a budget and financial settlement sheet for each event Ensure Chapter events align with PDA's national standards and branding Collaborate with National staff to promote Chapter events through PDA's website, newsletters, and social media Partner with Chapters to implement member recruitment and retention strategies Monitor membership trends and provide data-driven insights to Chapter leaders Coordinate event marketing materials and special requests with National Communications and Marketing team Create and distribute Chapter newsletter and event emails, as needed Track Chapter performance metrics including event attendance, member growth, and engagement levels Use AMS/CRM tools to manage Chapter data and communications Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and/or minimum of two years relevant work experience, preferably with an association or nonprofit organization working with members and/or Component Chapters Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and the Office 365 environment Hands-on experience using membership data management, customer relationship, and event management software; experience with Glue Up is a plus Competency using tech platforms including Zoom and automated tools Event management experience is a plus Skills & Abilities: Highly-organized, with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy Reliable and dependable, with ability to work efficiently with a high level of autonomy and meet deadlines Comfortable understanding budgets and working with numbers Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to collaborate with others to achieve meaningful outcomes Possesses top-notch member service-oriented skills Demonstrate a positive attitude and professionalism serving private companies, executives, and other business professionals Ability to travel, if requested, on a limited basis to attend staff events or provide on-site event support Ability to work limited evenings or weekends for Chapter webinars   To Apply: Send your resume and cover letter, including your salary requirements and date of availability , to:  Careers@privatedirectors.org by February 2, 2026. Since we are seeking to fill this position soon, applicants are encouraged to apply at their earliest opportunity. PDA does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. This includes all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, social and recreational programs, and discipline. PDA provides reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances where a particular employee works.   

Washington, D.C., The American Association for Justice (AAJ) works to preserve the constitutional right to trial by jury and to make sure people have a fair chance to seek justice when they are injured by the negligence or misconduct of others - even when it means taking on the most powerful corporations. AAJ is seeking a  Senior Legal Counsel  for its Legal Affairs department. The Senior Legal Counsel will support AAJ’s Legal Affairs team, focusing primarily on the amicus curiae program, while also advising AAJ and its related entities on compliance, governance, and contractual matters. Essential Duties include:    Case Screening & Legal Analysis : Monitor relevant litigation and evaluate amicus participation based on alignment with AAJ’s mission. Brief Drafting : Draft, edit, and file persuasive, high-quality amicus briefs, ensuring compliance with court rules and deadlines. Collaboration : Coordinate with external counsel and pro-consumer groups to develop and strengthen legal arguments. Legal Advisory : Provide counsel on a broad range of issues, including nonprofit governance, regulatory compliance, transactions, and contracts. Contract Management : Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret legal agreements. Legal Operations : Maintain case-tracking systems and manage internal deadlines. Special Projects : Handle additional legal tasks as assigned. Qualifications: J.D. from an accredited law school. Minimum 5 years of legal experience; appellate or public interest background preferred. Active member of a state bar; federal court admission (e.g., Supreme Court) preferred Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills. Deep knowledge of and commitment to civil justice, trial by jury, and access to courts. Excellent attention to detail and familiarity with Bluebook citation. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Sound judgment and ability to work independently and collaboratively. Ability to provide guidance to other team members; no direct reports. Ability to work  independently on complex legal matters with minimal supervision. Salary Range: $91,200 - $114,000 Benefits and Perks for Working with AAJ: Hybrid work schedule, onsite Tuesday through Thursday and 100% remote work for the month of August (for most employees) Comprehensive health insurance which includes, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, flexible spending account (FSA), and 401K with an employer match Generous paid leave (e.g., vacation, sick, personal, parental), 11 federal holidays, and paid time off between Christmas and New Years Subsidized metro transit and/or parking benefits Professional development opportunities Company social events Office conveniently located ½ block from Gallery Place/Chinatown metro station in downtown Washington, DC AAJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No phone calls please! 

Washington, D.C., The American Association for Justice (AAJ) works to preserve the constitutional right to trial by jury and to make sure people have a fair chance to seek justice when they are injured by the negligence or misconduct of others—even when it means taking on the most powerful corporations. AAJ is seeking a  Development Assistant (entry level)  for its Leaders Forum (Fundraising) department. Leaders Forum is an exclusive membership program for law firms. The Development Assistant is responsible for providing programmatic and administrative support on all fundraising initiatives including, communications, correspondence, marketing, and logistical support for the department. Essential Job Duties : Create monthly invoices, process contributions and route contracts. Communicate with members regarding financial contributions and event registrations. Coordinate member retention and recruitment for special events. Create and maintain database records and departmental financial reports. Research prospects for fundraising. Curate and edit submissions for membership directory. Manage website content for the development department. Provide support to the development department on projects as needed. Qualifications:  High school diploma or G.E.D. required, bachelor's degree preferred. Minimum of 2 or more years’ work experience in an administrative position, preferably for a nonprofit or professional association. Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, composure, and discretion Ability to provide high-level customer service, respond quickly to requests, anticipate members’ needs, and maintain a positive attitude. Must be detail-orientated, mission-focused and the ability to work in a team. Project management with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet specified timelines. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications, especially Word and Excel. Prior database experience is preferred. Prior Netforum experience is strongly preferred. Prior financial experience is beneficial. Junior campaign fundraising experience preferred. Salary Range: $48,000-$52,000 Benefits and Perks for Working with AAJ: Hybrid work schedule, onsite Tuesday through Thursday and 100% remote work for the month of August (for most employees) Comprehensive health insurance which includes, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, flexible spending account (FSA), and 401K with an employer match Generous paid leave (e.g., vacation, sick, personal, parental), 11 federal holidays, and paid time off between Christmas and New Years Subsidized metro transit and/or parking benefits Professional development opportunities Company social events Office conveniently located ½ block from Gallery Place/Chinatown metro station in downtown Washington, DC AAJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No phone calls please!