Assistant General Counsel jobs in Michigan

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Assistant General Counsel - Transactional
  • Wayne State University
  • Detroit, MI FULL_TIME
  • Assistant General Counsel - Transactional

    Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Assistant General Counsel - Transactional at its Detroit campus location.

    Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

    Essential functions (job duties):

    Job Purpose
     
    Represent the University’s legal interests in transactional matters.  Provide legal counsel and representation to defend the University’s legal interests and maintain its integrity. Provide guidance and support to ensure the University complies with its legal requirements and to reduce its liability and risk exposure. Provide counsel and advice to University schools, colleges and divisions.
     
    Essential Functions
     
    Draft and review University contracts, act on behalf of the University in negotiating transactional arrangements. Consult with University administration regarding a wide range of agreements, assist with related transactional matters, including contract enforcement and compliance tracking.
     
    Provide counsel and advice to University divisions colleges and departments. Respond to questions and address issues to ensure
    University legal compliance and reduce liability exposure.
     
    Represent and/or support the University’s interests in judicial and quasi-judicial proceedings, arbitrations and internal hearings. 
    Research and review legal authority and related materials to develop strategy.  Conduct and/or assist with discovery.  Supervise retained outside counsel.
     
    Attend meetings and serve on committees and working groups. Review and recommend modification of University policies and procedures.
     
    Handle special projects as assigned.
     
    Perform administrative and related work as assigned.
     
    WORK CONTEXT 
     
    Job Reports to: Vice President/AVP/Dean.
     
    Leadership Accountability: Develops policy and strategic plans.
     
    Supervisory Accountability: Supervises through management personnel.
     
    Organizational Accountability: Manages work group within a sub-unit of a department.
     
    Customer Accountability: Interfaces with customers outside the S/C/D.
     
    Freedom to Act: Operates with significant autonomy.
     

    Qualifications:

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
     
    Education  
     
    Juris Doctorate degree
     
    Experience   
     
    Expert (established subject matter expert, 7 years experience)
     
    Preferred experience: 10 years, with an emphasis on representing an institution of higher education or other public or non-profit entity, considerable experience with transactional matters, healthcare law. 
     
    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
     
    INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:  Excellent interpersonal and client support skills. Ability to provide guidance and motivate others within the University community in a variety of situations. Ability to build effective working relationships with a wide range of constituencies, as well as a commitment to the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, excellence and diversity. 
     
    ANALYTICAL SKILLS:  Keen ability to evaluate information, with demonstrated attention to detail sufficient to consistently achieve desired results.
     
    ADAPTABILITY: Skills to support independence and innovation in adapting quickly to changing situations. Capability to handle multiple tasks and adhere to deadlines.
     
    TEAMWORK: Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients throughout the University to achieve desirable and consistent results. Capacity to provide support to colleagues with complex projects.
     
    ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS: Ability to prioritize, plan and manage work and activities, and develop strategies to achieve organizational goals.
     
    COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to communicate clearly and professionally.
     
    SERVICE SKILLS: Capacity to effectively serve University clients, address and resolve issues and provide timely follow-up.
     

    School/College/Division:

    H88 - General Counsel

    Primary department:

    H8801 - VP General Counsel

    Employment type:

    • Regular Employee
    • Job type: Full Time
    • Job category: Staff/Administrative

    Funding/salary information:

    • Compensation type: Annual Salary
    • Salary minimum: $130,000
    • Salary hire maximum: $150,000

    Working conditions:

    Normal office environment. Evening and weekend hours as required. Travel to conferences and training may be required.

    Job openings:

    • Number of openings: 1
    • Reposted position: No

    Background check requirements:

    University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

    Equal employment opportunity statement:

    Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

  • 1 Month Ago

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Medicaid Utilization Analyst 9-P11 - BPHASA Medical Equipment and Services Section
  • General Office Assistant - Genesee County
  • Lansing, MI FULL_TIME
  • Salary $1,912.00 - $2,996.80 Biweekly Location Lansing, MI Job Type Permanent Full Time Remote Employment Remote Only Job Number 3901-24-BPHASA-MCM-079-FILL Department Health and Human Services - Cent...
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Academic Teacher-JCS
  • General Office Assistant 5-E7 - Quality...
  • Jackson, MI FULL_TIME
  • Salary $26.09 - $46.00 Hourly Location Jackson, MI Job Type Permanent Full Time Job Number 4752-24-0014scf Department Corrections - Cooper Street Correctional Facility or Special Alternative Incarcera...
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General Counsel
  • UAW Retiree Medical Benefits Trust
  • Detroit, MI FULL_TIME
  • General CounselPosition SummaryProvides legal services to protect the Trust’s assets and the rights of its members. Assures compliance with applicable laws, regulations, health plan and Trust Agreemen...
  • 2 Days Ago

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General Counsel
  • Big Boy Restaurants
  • Southfield, MI FULL_TIME
  • Job Summary: The incumbent is responsible for providing comprehensive legal services, analysis and counsel relating to overall operations of the company including but not limited to: franchising, trad...
  • 1 Month Ago

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General Counsel
  • Compound
  • Detroit, MI FULL_TIME
  • OverviewCompound Planning, with over $1B AUM added since 2022, is a high growth digital family office for entrepreneurs, professionals, and retirees. We’re a team of seasoned financial advisors, techn...
  • 17 Days Ago

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Assistant General Counsel
  • JPMorgan Chase
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • DESCRIPTION:Duties: Lead a team that advises attorneys, business partners, corporate secretaries, senior level managemen...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant General Counsel
  • Ankura
  • Washington, DC
  • Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth. This position supports the Legal Team within Ankura Bus...
  • 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant General Counsel
  • LHH
  • Torrance, CA
  • I'm recruiting for a company in LA in need of an AGC with 10-15 years of government contracts experience as well as SSBI...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant General Counsel
  • Thornburg Investment Management
  • Santa Fe, NM
  • Thornburg is a global investment firm delivering on strategy for institutions, financial professionals and investors wor...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant General Counsel
  • Equifax, Inc.
  • Atlanta, GA
  • Consult with US Information Solutions leaders, sales, and other stakeholders on customer facing transactions within the ...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant General Counsel
  • EG America
  • Westborough, MA
  • Position Summary: Assistant General Counsel will be responsible for ensuring professional counsel in the areas of litiga...
  • 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant General Counsel
  • Proximo Spirits
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • Position Summary: Work with the Senior Vice President & General Counsel and other members of the Legal Department to pro...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant General Counsel
  • Larson Maddox
  • My client is one of the most reputable transportation / supply chain companies in the industry and they're growing their...
  • 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Income Estimation for Assistant General Counsel jobs
$160,756 to $229,045

Assistant General Counsel in Southfield, MI
Develops and maintains productive working relationship with Company's internal divisions and departments and their management groups to assist in identifying and evaluating business objectives, legal risks, and liabilities.
April 09, 2021
Assistant General Counsel in San Diego, CA
Sets performance expectations, team and individual goals and timelines in alignment with Department goals.
June 20, 2021
Attends and participates in corporate strategy groups as well as outside legal associations such as ACC.
March 18, 2021
Assistant General Counsel in Middletown, DE
Supports the development of and participates in business presentations given to local and state agencies, communities, businesses, and other interested parties that support the business unit's goals and objectives.
July 20, 2021