Confidential is hiring: General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) & Secret

General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) & Secretary to the Board

About the Company

Large private university in New Jersey

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1942

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

• Education
• Colleges & Universities
• Fairleigh Dickinson University
• Professional and Management Training

About the Role

The Company is seeking a General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer, and Secretary to the Board. The successful candidate will be a highly experienced and strategic attorney, providing comprehensive legal guidance on a wide range of matters. This senior leadership role involves overseeing the institution's compliance and risk management programs, serving as Secretary to the Board of Trustees, and leading the Office of the General Counsel with a focus on professionalism and collaboration. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in legal and regulatory issues, particularly in the context of higher education, and will be responsible for all legal affairs and compliance matters across the company's various campuses. Applicants for the General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer, and Secretary to the Board position at the company should possess exceptional judgment, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex legal and regulatory environments. The role requires a candidate with a proven track record of sound legal insight and the ability to provide leadership and counsel to the Board of Trustees, President, and senior management team. The General Counsel will be a key partner in implementing the company's strategic vision and direction and must be adept at working in a collaborative and professional manner. A legal background in a senior leadership capacity, particularly in a higher education or similar institutional setting, is essential.

Hiring Manager Title
President

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Legal