Principal Campus Counsel - Transactions & Contracts

Salary & Compensation

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Qualifications

• Experience in matters relevant to business transactions, state and federal contracts, and intellectual property. (Required)
• Experience in research, federal regulation compliance, complex contracts, risk management and litigation processes. (Preferred)
• Experience in employment law and higher education law. (Preferred)
• Experience with complex organizations and the management of significant legal issues. (Preferred)
• Excellent writing abilities including for correspondence, memos, and court filings, internal and external communications to a variety of audiences. (Required)
• Demonstrated effective oral communication skills. (Required)
• Demonstrated prowess in strategic thinking, organization, analysis and problem-solving. (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with senior administrators and a diverse range of constituents. (Required)
• Demonstrated ability in setting priorities, juggling multiple tasks, and completing work in a timely manner. (Required)
• A workplace style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation. (Required)
• Readily and regularly professionally accessible to the Vice Chancellor, Legal Affairs, and campus clients. (Required)
• Ability and willingness to use standard computer software applications, including Word, Excel, email programs, Internet browsers, on-line legal research, and programs adopted by UCLA and the Office of General Counsel to track and organize matters and work product. (Required)
• Knowledge of University or higher education policies and procedures. (Preferred)
• Knowledge of legal issues associated with governmental/public entities. (Preferred)

Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations

• Juris Doctor (JD) Degree from an ABA accredited institution and active membership in good standing of the State Bar of California (or eligible for immediate membership.) (Required)
• Must be a member in good standing of the California Bar (or eligible for immediate membership.) (Required)

Special Conditions for Employment

• Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
• Conflict of Interest: The position is subject to the University Conflict of Interest Code required by the Political Reform Act of 1974. The candidate(s) selected will be required to complete financial statements for public record.

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