Associate General Counsel - Santa Clara, CA, United States - Santa Clara Univer

Santa Clara Univer Santa Clara, CA, United States

3 weeks ago

Description

Apply locations Santa Clara, CA time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id R4252

Position Title:
The Associate General Counsel provides a high level of professional legal service to Santa
broad range of legal issues impacting the University. team member within the Office of the General Counsel and serves as the back-up to the
construction, student matters, employee matters, academic matters, compliance and regulatory
matters, risk management, and other areas as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Provides legal counsel and guidance to University leadership and other personnel on a wide range of legal matters pertaining to the University's activities and operations.

The duties of the position may include, but are not limited to, business transactions, intellectual property, research, real estate, construction, student matters, employee matters, academic matters, compliance and regulatory matters, overseeing litigation and other claims, risk management, and other areas as needed.

Anticipates, identifies, and addresses legal issues in order to develop legal strategies and solutions in matters involving the University's activities and operations.

Reviews, consults on, and drafts, as necessary, University policies and procedures.

Reviews, consults on, and drafts, as necessary, contracts with third parties, including but not limited to contracts for the purchase of goods and services, real estate transactions, construction projects, and affiliation agreements.

Represents or oversees the representation of the University in judicial and administrative proceedings.
Supervises and manages work performed by outside legal counsel.

Designs and delivers training as needed to the campus community on legal issues impacting the University's activities and operations.

Participates in the supervision of the response to subpoenas served on the University.
Remains current on developments in the law that will impact the University and its operations.
Serves on and/or advises University committees as a representative of the Office of the General Counsel.
Develops and fosters strong relationships with University stakeholders to create meaningful partnerships that will advance the University's mission.

Engages in continuous education and professional development in the legal practice through seminars, professional affiliations (including but not limited to the National Association of Colleges and University Attorneys), and other means.

Essential Performance Expectations:

Demonstrated ability to provide high quality legal advice and counsel to University leadership and other personnel on a wide range of legal issues.

Knowledge of the broad range of laws and regulations that apply to and govern the University's activities and operations.

Ability to navigate a wide range of legal issues in a complex organization with multiple stakeholders.

Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, including the demonstrated ability to express legal concepts, advice, and opinions clearly, effectively, and accurately.

Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively and establish strong, trusted relationships with different constituencies, including senior administration, faculty, managers, and other clients across the University.

A demonstrated willingness to handle a wide variety of legal issues and learn new and developing areas of the law that impact the University's activities and operations.

Ability to effectively supervise and manage the work of outside legal counsel and consultants, as needed.

Excellent planning, organization, and time management skills, including but not limited to the ability to prioritize multiple projects under pressure.

Proficiency in Google Suite, Excel, Word, and other relevant software.
of other attorneys, staff, or student interns in the Office of the General Counsel.

At least 7 years of progressively sophisticated experience as a practicing and licensed attorney in a law firm or in-house legal position.

Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, the California Fair Employment & Housing Act,
and all other applicable laws, SCU provides reasonable accommodations for qualified persons
with disabilities. A qualified individual is a person who meets skill, experience, education, or
business days per week, with the option for some remote work with the approval of the
adjusted when needed to meet the needs of the position, the office, and/or the
Typical office environment.

Mostly indoor office environment with windows.
Offices with equipment noise.
COVID-19 Statement

The health and safety of the university community is a top priority.

All Santa Clara University students, and employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID -19 or request a medical or religious exemption.

Please visit our COVID -19 webpage for additional information.

Santa Clara University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and California State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action.

Applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged. For a complete copy of Santa Clara University's equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies, see

Santa Clara University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of sex/gender, and prohibits retaliation against any person opposing discrimination or participating in any discrimination investigation or complaint process internally or externally.

Inquiries can also be made to the Assistant Secretary of Education within the Office for Civil Rights (OCR).

Santa Clara University annually collects information about campus crimes and other reportable incidents in accordance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act.

To view the Santa Clara University report, please go to the Campus Safety Services website . Americans with Disabilities Act

Santa Clara University affirms its commitment to employ qualified individuals with disabilities within the workplace and to comply with the Americans with Disability Act.

All applicants desiring an accommodation should contact the Department of Human Resources , and and request to speak to Indu Ahluwalia by phone at or by email at

Santa Clara University is a comprehensive Jesuit, Catholic university located in California's Silicon Valley, offering its 8,800 students rigorous undergraduate curricula in arts and sciences, business, and engineering, plus master's, law degrees.

Santa Clara University requires all employees to be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19. Santa Clara University does not sponsor work visas for staff positions.

Santa Clara University offers a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees with programs and resources designed to promote and sustain personal health care, well-being, and the financial objectives of our employees and families.

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