Legal Policy Counsel

OverviewWashington Legal Foundation (WLF) is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented professional to own and operate its legal studies content engine. This role sits at the center of WLF’s thought leadership efforts, working closely with legal leadership to translate substantive legal insights into a clear, consistent, and forward-looking stream of content across written and live formats.WLF is the nation’s premier public-interest law firm and policy center. For 49 years, our mission has been to preserve and defend America’s free-enterprise system, individual rights, limited government, and the rule of law. WLF is both a law firm (Litigation Division) and a legal think tank (Legal Studies Division).The Legal Policy Counsel will work in the Legal Studies Division, reporting to the Vice President of Legal Studies. The Legal Policy Counsel will work out of WLF’s Washington, DC headquarters in the Dupont Circle/Embassy Row neighborhood. WLF’s hybrid telework policy permits full-time attorneys to work from home one day each week.Key ResponsibilitiesLegal Content Engine OwnershipOwn the end-to-end execution of WLF’s publications pipeline, ensuring a consistent cadence of high-quality output from external author recruitment to editorial oversightIdentify emerging legal and regulatory developments and proactively surface ideas for new contentAuthor & Contributor ManagementManage relationships with WLF’s network of authors and contributorsIdentify, recruit, and onboard new voices aligned with WLF’s prioritiesServe as a key point of contact for contributors, guiding them through the publication processProgramming & Content Extensions (Webinars & Events)Aid in development and execution of WLF’s webinar programming as an extension of its legal content strategyIdentify topics, structure discussions, and coordinate internal and external speakersModerate webinars as appropriate and prepare leadership for participation in select, high-impact sessionsDistribution & Audience GrowthManage WLF’s website, blog, and content platformsCoordinate distribution of publications across email, social media, and partner channelsProfessional QualificationsJ.D. required4+ years of relevant experience in legal writing, editing, publishing, or a related roleExceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skillsStrong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlinesSelf-starter with the ability to take ownership and operate independentlyGrowth & AdvancementThis role is designed for long-term growth within the organization. High-performing candidates will have the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility over time, including expanded ownership of WLF’s content strategy, author network, and legal programming. The position offers a clear pathway into senior leadership roles within Legal Studies.CompensationThe projected salary range for this role is $150,000-175,000, contingent on the specific skills and experience of the selected candidate. We are also willing to explore higher compensation for an exceptional candidate or a lower range for a promising, less experienced candidate.To ApplyQualified candidates should submit the following application materials (in order) in one PDF document:ResumeCover Letter detailing your interest in the position and Washington Legal Foundation’s mission, along with your salary requirementsSelf-edited writing sampleApplications should be submitted to Talent Market via this link: talentmarket.org/apply-for-your-dream-job/.Questions can be directed to Katy Gambella, Director of Outreach at Talent Market, who is managing the search process: katy@talentmarket.org.There is no application deadline for this position. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. This job will remain posted on our site until it is filled.While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest in this position, we are only able to contact those to whom we can offer an interview. Only direct applications will be considered. No phone calls, please.Talent Market, the liberty movement’s talent agency, is a nonprofit that connects liberty-minded professionals with free-market nonprofit jobs at no cost to candidates or organizations. We work with 501(c)(3) organizations that clearly and directly focus on advancing the principles of economic freedom, free enterprise, free trade, free speech, property rights, rule of law, and limited regulation. Visit Talent Market to explore open roles, join our talent network, or work with us on your next hire.