Assistant General Counsel
Hiring Company
About the Role
Greater New Orleans, LA Area (On-site)
The Company is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to advise on labor and employment matters, Title IX, administrative investigations, student and academic affairs, regulatory compliance, transactions, and related litigation. Responsibilities include conducting legal research, providing independent advice, representing the organization before administrative agencies, and coordinating with outside counsel. The role also involves working closely with senior administrators, faculty, and staff, and explaining complex legal issues clearly to non-lawyers. Candidates must hold a J.D. from an accredited law school and have a current Louisiana law license in good standing, with no adverse disciplinary history in any jurisdiction. At least three years of experience as a labor law attorney is required; higher education experience and five years of labor and employment law experience are preferred. Strong research, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills are essential, along with sound judgment, integrity, collaboration, and the ability to manage deadlines.
Functions:
- Legal
About the Company
Leading public research university
Industry
Higher Education
Type
Educational Institution
Age
employees
1001-5000