Duke University
Associate General Counsel – Duke University
Join to apply for the
Associate General Counsel
role at
Duke University .
Overview The Office of Counsel seeks two creative, strategic, client‑focused attorneys to support a broad range of corporate, transactional, and regulatory activities for Duke University and the Duke University Health System. Successful candidates will join a group of experienced attorneys dedicated to Duke’s non‑profit mission.
Responsibilities
Support corporate and transactional needs of business and academic units across the institution, such as Finance, Corporate Tax, Information Technology, Development, Construction, Facilities and Real Estate, Campus and Business Services, Economic Development, and Climate and Sustainability.
Advise on, draft, and negotiate a broad range of significant contracts and agreements primarily for the University and also for the Health System.
Advise the University and Health System on matters involving corporate governance, corporate structure, and affiliated entities with sensitivity to the regulatory regime governing nonprofit institutions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience
JD degree. Licensed to practice law in the State of North Carolina or become licensed within 12 months of employment.
At least 7–10 years significant experience handling transactional matters.
Experience drafting, negotiating, and closing a wide variety of transactions, including working on all stages of a transaction.
Experience assessing and advising on risk and benefit analysis and providing counsel based on regulatory and institutional requirements.
Preferences
Finance, bond, or other financing‑related matters
Acquisitions, partnerships, and joint ventures
Technology and/or intellectual property transactions
Complex supply chain agreements
Real estate, facilities, and/or construction
Development or fundraising
Prior experience working with laws specific to nonprofit institutions (federal tax laws, state nonprofit laws, property tax).
Skills
Team‑oriented, high‑volume in‑house law office environment.
Excellent communication skills and demonstrated track record of communicating effectively to a wide variety of audiences.
Strong writing, research, problem‑solving, and analytical skills.
Proven capacity to collaborate effectively in a wide range of environments and provide practical guidance throughout the Duke community.
Committed, reliable, exhibiting excellent judgment and a creative, “can‑do” attitude.
Ability to successfully manage competing and changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Keen sense of client service and ethical obligations in the in‑house setting.
Location & Schedule Durham, NC, in person (current office schedule: Monday–Thursday in‑person, option for remote work on Friday).
Benefits & Compensation Competitive pay and benefits. Durham, North Carolina and surrounding communities are lively, progressive, growing cities with a good quality of life, including for families.
Equal Opportunity Employer Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Associate General Counsel
role at
Duke University .
Overview The Office of Counsel seeks two creative, strategic, client‑focused attorneys to support a broad range of corporate, transactional, and regulatory activities for Duke University and the Duke University Health System. Successful candidates will join a group of experienced attorneys dedicated to Duke’s non‑profit mission.
Responsibilities
Support corporate and transactional needs of business and academic units across the institution, such as Finance, Corporate Tax, Information Technology, Development, Construction, Facilities and Real Estate, Campus and Business Services, Economic Development, and Climate and Sustainability.
Advise on, draft, and negotiate a broad range of significant contracts and agreements primarily for the University and also for the Health System.
Advise the University and Health System on matters involving corporate governance, corporate structure, and affiliated entities with sensitivity to the regulatory regime governing nonprofit institutions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience
JD degree. Licensed to practice law in the State of North Carolina or become licensed within 12 months of employment.
At least 7–10 years significant experience handling transactional matters.
Experience drafting, negotiating, and closing a wide variety of transactions, including working on all stages of a transaction.
Experience assessing and advising on risk and benefit analysis and providing counsel based on regulatory and institutional requirements.
Preferences
Finance, bond, or other financing‑related matters
Acquisitions, partnerships, and joint ventures
Technology and/or intellectual property transactions
Complex supply chain agreements
Real estate, facilities, and/or construction
Development or fundraising
Prior experience working with laws specific to nonprofit institutions (federal tax laws, state nonprofit laws, property tax).
Skills
Team‑oriented, high‑volume in‑house law office environment.
Excellent communication skills and demonstrated track record of communicating effectively to a wide variety of audiences.
Strong writing, research, problem‑solving, and analytical skills.
Proven capacity to collaborate effectively in a wide range of environments and provide practical guidance throughout the Duke community.
Committed, reliable, exhibiting excellent judgment and a creative, “can‑do” attitude.
Ability to successfully manage competing and changing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
Keen sense of client service and ethical obligations in the in‑house setting.
Location & Schedule Durham, NC, in person (current office schedule: Monday–Thursday in‑person, option for remote work on Friday).
Benefits & Compensation Competitive pay and benefits. Durham, North Carolina and surrounding communities are lively, progressive, growing cities with a good quality of life, including for families.
Equal Opportunity Employer Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual’s age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.
#J-18808-Ljbffr