Senior Associate General Counsel, Higher Ed Transactions

Arizona State University; Tempe, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona State University seeks an Associate General Counsel to provide high-level legal services to the university and ABOR on diverse matters, including complex transactions and public finance. The role sits in the Office of General Counsel's transactional practice group, handling negotiations, compliance, and strategic legal advice for administrators and units across ASU.

The ideal candidate has a J.D. and 6+ years of relevant practice, strong communication, and the ability to manage a heavy,

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from ABA-accredited law school.
• Six or more years of attorney experience in higher education, complex transactions, or related areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation, advice and counsel to ASU and ABOR on complex matters.
• Draft, negotiate, and review transactional agreements for university offices.
• Advise on regulatory compliance with federal and state laws and ABOR/University policies.
• Represent ASU in negotiations, administrative proceedings, and legal disputes.
• Collaborate with outside counsel on specialized matters as needed.

Skills

J.D. degree

6+ years legal experience

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Job description

Arizona State University seeks an Associate General Counsel to provide high-level legal services to the university and ABOR on diverse matters, including complex transactions and public finance. The role sits in the Office of General Counsel's transactional practice group, handling negotiations, compliance, and strategic legal advice for administrators and units across ASU.

The ideal candidate has a J.D. and 6+ years of relevant practice, strong communication, and the ability to manage a heavy,