Associate General Counsel

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off.Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.Reporting to the Senior Associate Vice President and Deputy General Counsel, the Associate General Counsel provides high-level legal advice and services to the University on a wide range of legal issues in the context of higher education. Areas of practice include regulatory compliance, policy review, contract review, data security, immigration, and other transactional legal work.Essential Functions Prepares written responses to government agencies regarding employment and student issues.Provides legal advice relating to the review, drafting and negotiation of complex contracts across a variety of colleges and departments, including academic affairs, student affairs, facilities, athletics, marketing and communication, development and student enrollment. The Associate General Counsel will support the Office of Finance, specifically in the areas of risk, insurance, pension, tax and contracts.Oversees the preparation of immigration petitions and supporting documents, and provides legal advice on all aspects of immigration law affecting employees.Provides counsel on legal issues involving students, including Title IX compliance, athletics, admission and financial aid, disability accommodations, student records, and student discipline.Collaborates with appropriate University departments to develop, revise, and interpret internal University policies and procedures.Oversees the University’s policy bank and review process.Conducts legal research as directed regarding legal, policy, regulatory and compliance issues impacting higher education institutions.Essential Functions Note : This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.Management Responsibilities Not responsible for supervision or oversight of others.Required Qualifications : Education and Experience Juris Doctor degree from an accredited American Bar Association law school.Must be licensed to practice law in New York State no later than one year after the Start Date.Minimum of 7 years of legal experience, preferably in higher education or nonprofit law.Required Qualifications : Knowledge and Skills Outstanding communication skills with the ability to convey complex legal concepts to non-legal professionals.Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work professionally under pressure.Ability to maintain confidentiality.Preferred Qualifications Minimum Starting Salary : $150,000Maximum Starting Salary : $185,000Note : Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.Is this a Union position? NoPosting Number : A773PNumber of Vacancies : 1Start Date : ASAPPosting Date : 11 / 26 / 2024Special Instructions EEO Statement : Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds. Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Physical Activity and Work Environment Work Environment : Office Environment : Employees are protected from weather conditions or contaminants, but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents : ResumeCover LetterOptional Documents : Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

• Do you have a Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school? YesNo
• Do you have a minimum of 7 years of legal experience, preferably in higher education or nonprofit law? YesNo
• Are you currently able to practice law in New York State, or will you be able to practice law in New York State no later than one year after the Start Date? YesNo#J-18808-Ljbffr

Salary : $150,000 - $185,000