Associate General Counsel, Higher Education & Governance

XU01 Xavier University; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive insurance plans

Tax-advantaged accounts

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

Tuition remission

Job summary

Xavier University in Cincinnati is seeking an experienced Associate General Counsel (AGC) to advise on various legal matters including contracts, governance, and regulatory compliance. The AGC will support the General Counsel and represent the University in legal proceedings.

The ideal candidate holds a Juris Doctor degree and has over 5 years of legal experience, preferably in a higher education setting. This full-time position offers comprehensive benefits including insurance coverage, retirement savings, and tuition remission.

Qualifications

• More than 5 years of progressive legal experience advising complex organizations.
• Experience relevant to higher education.
• Ability to obtain licensure in Ohio within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Advise on contracts, transactional work, and regulatory compliance.
• Support General Counsel in governance and strategic planning.
• Negotiate legal agreements and represent the University in legal matters.

Skills

Advising on contracts

Negotiating legal agreements

Litigation support

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Active license to practice law in Ohio

Job description

Xavier University in Cincinnati is seeking an experienced Associate General Counsel (AGC) to advise on various legal matters including contracts, governance, and regulatory compliance. The AGC will support the General Counsel and represent the University in legal proceedings.

The ideal candidate holds a Juris Doctor degree and has over 5 years of legal experience, preferably in a higher education setting. This full-time position offers comprehensive benefits including insurance coverage, retirement savings, and tuition remission.