Senior Associate General Counsel (Legal Counsel)
Indiana University

Department

GENERAL COUNSEL (UA-UCOU-IUBLA)

Department Information

The Office of the Vice President and General Counsel (OVPGC) serves as legal counsel for the University. We advise the Trustees and University Administration on all legal issues and serve as the point of contact on all legal matters involving the University.

Job Summary

• Serves as the senior attorney on a variety of legal matters for the University.
• Serves as lead counsel in disputes, complex transactions, and lawsuits with external parties.
• Manages outside counsel.
• Serves as the principal legal advisor to units and leaders across Indiana University.
• Researches and provides guidance on proposed and existing laws and regulations.
• Provides a broad range of legal services to the University.
• Oversees legal filings with courts and government agencies.
• Provides training, mentoring and guidance to other Legal Counsel employees.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

• Juris Doctor (J.D.)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 8 years of legal experience in higher education or other relevant areas

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

• Admission to the Indiana Bar
• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire

Preferred

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Indiana or eligible for admission to practice law in the state of Indiana within six months of hire.
  

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered

SKILLS

Required

• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Articulate and responsive to colleagues
• Effective conflict management skills
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents
• Demonstrates ability to maintain confidential information
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Ability to work within tight time frames and meet strict deadlines
• Experience in a regulated environment
• Performs work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to lead/manage others
• Effectively coaches and delivers constructive feedback
• Effective negotiation skills
• Ability to present legal issues to senior university leadership in a professional presentation style that concisely identifies the issue and recommends a specific course of action
• In-depth legal expertise in three of more relevant areas of legal practice
• Excellent legal drafting skills
• Ability to listen to the issues presented and confidently advise on the best course of action for the University, bearing in mind our roles as advisors and not decision-makers

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana or Indianapolis, Indiana

Advertised Salary

$175,000 - $185,000 a year

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Expert

FLSA: Exempt

Job Function: Legal, Safety, & Protection

Job Family: Legal Counsel

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Posting Disclaimer

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there may be differences in the working conditions as advertised in our standard job postings (e.g., the ability to travel from one campus to another, etc.). If you are invited for an interview, please discuss your questions or concerns regarding the working conditions at that time.

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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New employees will be provided with information regarding Indiana University's COVID-19 vaccine policy, which includes the opportunity to request an exemption. To learn more, view our COVID-19 vaccine information page.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

Campus Safety and Security

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