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Confidential

General Counsel & Vice Chancellor of Legal, Audit, Risk & Compliance

Confidential, Pembroke, North Carolina, United States, 28372

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General Counsel & Vice Chancellor of Legal, Audit, Risk & Compliance

About the Company

High-ranked public university

Industry Higher Education

Type Educational Institution

Founded 1887

Employees 1001-5000

Categories

Education Higher Education Universities

About the Role

The Company is seeking a General Counsel and Vice Chancellor for Legal, Audit, Risk, and Compliance to play a pivotal role in guiding the institution through a period of growth and transformation. The successful candidate will serve as the chief legal officer, responsible for safeguarding the company's legal interests, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, and mitigating legal risks across its educational, research, and clinical enterprise. This includes a wide range of legal areas such as contract law, employment law, civil rights, intellectual property rights, and immigration law. The role demands a leader with sound judgment, adaptability, and the ability to balance risk management with the advancement of the company's mission.

Applicants for the General Counsel and Vice Chancellor position at the company should have a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and be a member in good standing of the bar in at least one state. A minimum of 10 years of legal experience, with a focus on higher education or a related field, is required. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in legal and risk management, as well as experience in leading and managing a legal team. Strong communication, negotiation, and decision-making skills are essential. The role also requires a deep understanding of the legal and regulatory landscape affecting academic institutions and the ability to provide strategic legal advice to the company's leadership.

Hiring Manager Title Chancellor

Travel Percent Less than 10%

Functions

Legal