Executive Director
Confidential, Washington, Washington, D.C., United States
Executive Director
About the Company
Reputable national estate planning organization
Industry Legal Services
Type Non Profit
Founded 1949
Employees 11-50
Specialties
trusts and estates wealth management personal finance probate tax law and law journal
About the Role
The Company is seeking an Executive Director to lead its mission of improving the trust and estate profession through ongoing professional development. The successful candidate will be responsible for governance, strategic leadership, and operational and financial management. This includes partnering with the Board of Regents, Executive Committee, and Foundation Board, overseeing internal operations, and ensuring compliance with legal and financial requirements. The Executive Director will also be tasked with staff leadership, program development, and delivery, as well as fostering relationships with the legal community and other professional organizations.
Applicants for the Executive Director position at the company should have a minimum of 7 years' progressive leadership experience, with a strong preference for those with a background in professional membership associations. A Bachelor's degree is required, and a Master's or higher professional degree is an asset. The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in the mission of the organization, experience with both 501(c)(6) and 501(c)(3) entities, and a proven track record in business and finance acumen. Excellent communication, relationship-building, and diplomatic skills are essential, as is a leadership style that is collegial, collaborative, and professional. The role also demands a problem-solver with the ability to manage multiple projects and a detail-oriented, organized approach to work.
Hiring Manager Title President
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
CEO/President Non-Profit Management
About the Company
Reputable national estate planning organization
Industry Legal Services
Type Non Profit
Founded 1949
Employees 11-50
Specialties
trusts and estates wealth management personal finance probate tax law and law journal
About the Role
The Company is seeking an Executive Director to lead its mission of improving the trust and estate profession through ongoing professional development. The successful candidate will be responsible for governance, strategic leadership, and operational and financial management. This includes partnering with the Board of Regents, Executive Committee, and Foundation Board, overseeing internal operations, and ensuring compliance with legal and financial requirements. The Executive Director will also be tasked with staff leadership, program development, and delivery, as well as fostering relationships with the legal community and other professional organizations.
Applicants for the Executive Director position at the company should have a minimum of 7 years' progressive leadership experience, with a strong preference for those with a background in professional membership associations. A Bachelor's degree is required, and a Master's or higher professional degree is an asset. The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in the mission of the organization, experience with both 501(c)(6) and 501(c)(3) entities, and a proven track record in business and finance acumen. Excellent communication, relationship-building, and diplomatic skills are essential, as is a leadership style that is collegial, collaborative, and professional. The role also demands a problem-solver with the ability to manage multiple projects and a detail-oriented, organized approach to work.
Hiring Manager Title President
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
CEO/President Non-Profit Management