Opportunities
Director, Advisory Services | AWO
Non-exec board members | openDemocracy
Non-exec board members | openDemocracy
AWO is a B Corp law firm that operates at the intersection of data protection, technology regulation, and digital rights, making a significant impact in the realm of social impact organizations. Its work encompasses strategic litigation, policy advisory, and compliance. AWO's approach combines rigorous legal practice with a genuine commitment to getting technology right. The firm has represented whistleblowers, challenged surveillance practices, advised on AI governance, and contributed to shaping EU regulatory frameworks. Operating on a four-day week, AWO is fully remote.
AWO is currently conducting an executive search for a Director of Advisory Services to join its leadership team. This senior role carries substantial authority to influence AWO's commercial future, fostering advisory relationships with clients across new sectors and leading a small, globally distributed team of lawyers and compliance specialists. The new Director will work alongside three existing directors, playing a pivotal role in AWO's next chapter.
The firm seeks to appoint a European-qualified lawyer (or a UK-qualified lawyer with an EU practice certificate) who has a proven track record in originating and developing client relationships. The ideal candidate will bring their own network and the commercial instinct necessary to activate it. While sector background is flexible, it is essential that their clients receive expert, values-driven advice on data protection, AI governance, and EU digital regulation.
This position is based in either Belgium or the UK and follows a four-day work week.
To apply, send a CV and cover letter to: jago@jagochannell.com
Non-exec board members | openDemocracy
Non-exec board members | openDemocracy
Non-exec board members | openDemocracy
openDemocracy is conducting an executive search for up to three Non-Executive Directors as part of a strategic programme for board renewal.
As a 25-year-old international media outlet based in London, openDemocracy publishes investigative journalism and analysis on democracy, human rights, inequality, climate, and related issues. It boasts over 100,000 newsletter subscribers weekly and has played a significant role in legal reforms and parliamentary investigations both in the UK and internationally. Following a substantial multi-year grant, the organization is now focused on enhancing editorial quality and ensuring long-term sustainability, while also planning for chair succession. This is a pivotal moment to join the board and contribute to leadership roles in a meaningful way.
The organization seeks candidates with expertise in financial governance, public-interest media, digital audience development, or legal matters, particularly in media or human rights law. Experience with social impact organizations in the Global South is highly valued.
This is an unremunerated role requiring approximately 12–18 days a year, with the board convening four times annually, along with an additional strategy session. Members are also expected to participate in at least one sub-committee.
The ideal candidate for openDemocracy will be driven by the mission rather than personal profile, comfortable navigating the trade-offs inherent in a small organization operating under real resource constraints, and dedicated to upholding the independence and credibility of public-interest journalism.
The search for these roles is being led by Jago Channell.
To apply, please send a CV and cover letter to recruitment@opendemocracy.net.