senior legal advisor

Vaibhav Group

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES &amp; ACCOUNTABILITIESA. REAL ESTATE &amp; PROPERTY LEGAL MATTERS (CORE)<ul><li>Conduct detailed title due diligence for land acquisition, including:</li><li>Title chain verification</li><li>Mother deeds, sale deeds, gift deeds, partition deeds</li><li>Conversion orders, RTC, pahani, EC, Khata, layout approvals</li><li>Identify and mitigate legal risks in property transactions.</li><li>Draft, vet, and finalize:</li><li>Sale Deeds, Agreement to Sell, GPA, Joint Development Agreements (JDA)</li><li>Development Agreements, Lease Deeds, License Agreements</li><li>Power of Attorney documents</li><li>Handle land acquisition negotiations in coordination with management.</li></ul>B. CIVIL &amp; CONSTRUCTION-RELATED LEGAL SUPPORT<ul><li>Provide legal guidance on civil works, construction contracts, and project execution.</li><li>Draft and vet:</li><li>Construction Agreements</li><li>Contractor &amp; Subcontractor Agreements</li><li>Vendor &amp; Supplier Contracts</li><li>Consultancy &amp; Architect Agreements</li><li>Advise project teams on contractual obligations, milestones, penalties, liquidated damages, and dispute clauses.</li><li>Ensure compliance with:</li><li>Local building bye-laws</li><li>Zoning regulations</li><li>RERA provisions (where applicable)</li></ul>C. LITIGATION &amp; DISPUTE MANAGEMENT<ul><li>Handle civil litigation related to:</li><li>Property disputes</li><li>Land ownership issues</li><li>Injunctions, stay orders, possession matters</li><li>Builder&ndash;customer disputes</li><li>Coordinate with external advocates, senior counsels, and law firms.</li><li>Draft legal notices, replies, affidavits, pleadings, and written statements.</li><li>Represent the company before:</li><li>Civil Courts</li><li>Revenue Authorities</li><li>Registrar Offices</li><li>RERA Authorities</li><li>Consumer Forums</li><li>Track cases, hearing dates, outcomes, and legal exposure.</li></ul>D. REGULATORY &amp; STATUTORY COMPLIANCE<ul><li>Ensure compliance with:</li><li>Karnataka Land Revenue Act</li><li>Karnataka Town &amp; Country Planning Act</li><li>RERA Act</li><li>Stamp Act &amp; Registration Act</li><li>Local municipal laws and approvals</li><li>Liaise with:</li><li>Sub-Registrar Offices</li><li>Revenue Departments</li><li>Municipal Corporations &amp; Panchayats</li><li>Keep management updated on legal changes affecting real estate.</li></ul>E. RISK MANAGEMENT &amp; ADVISORY<ul><li>Proactively identify legal risks in projects and propose preventive legal strategies.</li><li>Maintain a legal risk register for ongoing and upcoming projects.</li><li>Advise management on legal structuring of projects to minimize disputes.</li><li>Provide strategic legal opinions for business decisions.</li></ul>F. INTERNAL LEGAL GOVERNANCE<ul><li>Develop and standardize:</li><li>Legal templates</li><li>Contract formats</li><li>Legal SOPs</li><li>Support HR and Admin on:</li><li>Employment-related legal issues</li><li>Vendor disputes</li><li>Disciplinary actions (legal angle)</li><li>Maintain proper documentation and legal records.</li></ul>AUTHORITY &amp; DECISION-MAKING<ul><li>Authorized to provide legal opinions and recommendations.</li><li>Authorized to coordinate and instruct external advocates (with management approval for costs).</li><li>Authorized to halt transactions if serious legal risks are identified.</li></ul>KEY SKILLS &amp; COMPETENCIESTechnical / Legal Skills<ul><li>Strong expertise in property law, civil law, contract law</li><li>Hands-on experience in real estate documentation &amp; due diligence</li><li>Strong drafting, vetting, and negotiation skills</li><li>Sound understanding of Karnataka land laws</li></ul>Behavioral / Soft Skills<ul><li>High integrity &amp; ethical judgement</li><li>Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Attention to detail</li><li>Ability to handle pressure &amp; sensitive matters</li><li>Clear communication with management &amp; external authorities</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>LLB (mandatory) from a recognized university</li><li>Enrolment with State Bar Council</li><li>LLM (optional but added advantage)</li></ul>EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>Minimum 8 years of post-qualification experience</li><li>Mandatory exposure to:</li><li>Real estate companies / builders / developers</li><li>Civil litigation and property documentation</li><li>Experience in Karnataka real estate ecosystem preferred</li></ul>KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (KPIs)<ul><li>Zero or minimal legal exposure in land acquisitions</li><li>Timely completion of title due diligence</li><li>Reduction in legal disputes &amp; litigation costs</li><li>Successful resolution of ongoing cases</li><li>Compliance score across projects</li></ul>WORKING RELATIONSHIPS<ul><li>Internal: Management, Project Team, Sales, Finance, HR</li><li>External: Advocates, Government Authorities, Registrars, Consultants</li></ul>CONFIDENTIALITY &amp; ETHICS<ul><li>Strict confidentiality of company data, transactions, and strategies</li><li>No conflict of interest permitted</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹60,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Senior legal advisor

Confidential

<div>
 
 
 Job Purpose
 
 
 
 The Head\Director of Legal is responsible for leading and managing the Legal Department &amp; reporting to the chief of the shared services within the group. The role oversees all legal matters including
 
 litigation management, contracts and agreements, legal consultation, risk mitigation, and governance
 
 , while acting as a strategic legal advisor to senior management and the Board.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Company:
 
 
 
 We are a publicly listed company operating within the
 
 IT, Telecom, &amp; Software Development
 
 sector. Our portfolio includes innovative technology solutions and software platforms designed to serve both Government and Enterprise clients.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 1. Legal Leadership &amp; Department Management
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Lead, manage, and develop the Legal Department, including internal legal staff and external legal advisors.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide strategic legal guidance to executive management and key stakeholders.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 2. Litigation &amp; Dispute Management
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Oversee and manage all litigation, disputes, and claims involving the company.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assess legal risks, define legal strategies, and ensure timely resolution of cases.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide regular litigation status reports to senior management.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 3. Contracts &amp; Agreements
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Oversee drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and approving all contracts and agreements, including:
 </li>
 <li>
 Commercial contracts
 </li>
 <li>
 Vendor and supplier agreements
 </li>
 <li>
 Employment contracts
 </li>
 <li>
 Partnership, JV, and MOUs
 </li>
 <li>
 NDAs and confidentiality agreements
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure contracts comply with local laws, company policies, and risk appetite.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and maintain contract templates and approval workflows.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 4. Legal Consultation &amp; Advisory
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Provide legal consultation to all departments on business operations, transactions, and initiatives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise on corporate matters, regulatory compliance, and operational risks.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support strategic projects, mergers, acquisitions, restructuring, and expansions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Interpret new laws and regulations and assess their impact on the business.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 5. Compliance, Governance &amp; Risk
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and regulatory authorities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Oversee corporate governance matters, including Board and committee support.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify legal risks and implement mitigation strategies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead internal legal audits and support external audits when required.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Law (LLB) &ndash; Master&rsquo;s Degree is an advantage.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 10&ndash;15 years of progressive legal experience
 
 , including senior leadership roles.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong experience in
 
 litigation, contracts, and corporate legal advisory
 
 .
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Head of Legal

McKesson

<div>McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve &ndash; we care.
What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow&rsquo;s health today, we want to hear from you.
Title: Managing Lead Counsel - SCRI
Locations: Nashville, TN; Atlanta, GA; Columbus, OH; Dallas, TX (PREFERRED)
Onsite/Remote/Hybrid: REMOTE
In June 2022, McKesson and HCA Healthcare announced the creation of a joint venture that combines McKesson&rsquo;s US Oncology Research (USOR) and HCA Healthcare&rsquo;s Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI). This joint venture establishes a fully integrated oncology research organization aimed at expanding clinical research, accelerating drug development, and increasing availability and access to clinical trials for community oncology providers and patients, including those in underserved communities. Through the combination of clinical research networks, data, and analytic capabilities, SCRI brings greater efficiency to the drug development process&mdash;making it possible to help more cancer patients access new, life‑saving medications.
Position Summary:
McKesson&rsquo;s Law Department is seeking an experienced healthcare and transactional lawyer to join the SCRI legal team and provide comprehensive legal support to SCRI&rsquo;s Site Management Organization (SMO) business, with additional responsibility for select enterprise and cross‑functional initiatives. As Managing Senior Counsel, this role plays a critical part in advising and guiding the organization on legal matters related to clinical trials, research site relationships, regulatory compliance, privacy, and other legal aspects specific to oncology research and SMO operations.
This role will report to and work in close partnership with the Managing Principal Counsel for SCRI, supporting the delivery of consistent, high‑quality legal advice across the SMO and enterprise initiatives. The Managing Senior Counsel is expected to exercise sound professional judgment regarding issue escalation, risk positioning, and alignment with broader legal and business strategy, while operating with a high degree of independence within the SCRI legal leadership structure.
Primary Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Serve as the primary legal advisor to SCRI on a wide range of legal matters pertaining to the SMO business, including research site relationships and related agreements, clinical trial operations support, regulatory compliance, privacy, and contractual matters.</li><li>
Provide legal support for select enterprise and cross‑functional initiatives impacting SCRI and the broader Oncology Ecosystem, including strategic initiatives and risk mitigation efforts that intersect with SMO operations.</li><li>
Partner closely with the Managing Principal Counsel for SCRI to ensure alignment on legal strategy, risk tolerance, and business priorities, including timely escalation of significant, novel, or sensitive issues and consistent communication of legal guidance to stakeholders.</li><li>
Manage and develop a team of high-functioning legal professionals, providing guidance, oversight, and mentorship to support high‑quality, timely legal advice and execution.</li><li>
Assess legal and regulatory risks associated with SMO operations and related enterprise initiatives and develop practical strategies to mitigate risk while enabling business objectives.</li><li>
Stay current on relevant laws, regulations, and industry guidelines related to clinical trials, oncology research operations, and healthcare compliance, and apply that knowledge to business decision‑making.</li></ul>
Critical Skills:<ul><li>
Experience supporting clinical research operations and site‑based research activities, including an understanding of applicable healthcare and research regulations.</li><li>
Strong ability to assess legal risks associated with SMO operations and develop effective risk‑mitigation strategies.</li><li>
Superior ability to draft, review, and negotiate complex agreements, including clinical trial agreements, master services agreements, confidentiality agreements, vendor contracts, and other research‑related agreements.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to operate effectively within a legal leadership structure, including supporting senior legal leaders, aligning advice with established legal strategy, and escalating issues appropriately.</li><li>
Proven leadership experience and a strong desire to develop and manage a team of high‑functioning legal professionals.</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, practical legal advice to senior business executives and other stakeholders.</li><li>
Highly responsive, proactive, and solutions‑oriented approach.</li><li>
Excellent legal judgment with the ability to be both pragmatic and strategic in a fast‑paced, matrixed environment.</li></ul>
Required Education:<ul><li>
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.</li><li>
Active membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.</li></ul>
Experience:<ul><li>
Typically requires 10+ years of experience providing legal counsel.</li><li>
Must have experience in healthcare clinical trials and/or clinical research operations; experience supporting an SMO or equivalent site‑based research operations strongly preferred.</li><li>
Must have expertise in commercial contract drafting and negotiation.</li><li>
Experience in technology licensing and data management is encouraged.</li></ul>
This description is general in nature and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned as needed to meet company goals.
Minimum Education &amp; Typical Experience or Equivalent Combination:<ul><li>
Degree or equivalent experience. Typically requires 13+ years of professional experience and 6+ years of diversified leadership, planning, communication, organization, and people motivation skills (or equivalent experience)</li></ul>
Must be authorized to work in the US. Sponsorship is not available for this position.
We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.
Our Base Pay Range for this position
$163,100 - $271,800
McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson&rsquo;s (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind: 
 
McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application. 
McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.
McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.
McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer 
McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson&rsquo;s full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page. 
McKesson welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you require accommodation please contact us by sending an email to Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com.
Join us at McKesson!</div>

Managing Lead Counsel - SCRI

SunStrong Management

<div>
 
 BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF SUNSTRONG MANAGEMENT
 
 
 SunStrong Management is a leading independent asset management and servicing platform specializing in residential and commercial solar energy portfolios. SunStrong provides end-to-end services including operations and maintenance, customer billing and support, asset performance management, and investor reporting. The company partners with leading capital providers to optimize clean energy assets at scale, supporting the growth of distributed renewable energy while delivering reliable performance and exceptional customer experience
 
 
 
 
 
 Associate General Counsel, Corporate &amp; Regulatory
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Position Overview
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Reporting to the General Counsel, the Associate General Counsel, &nbsp;Corporate &amp; Regulatory serves as a senior legal advisor to this fast-growing
 
 renewable energy asset management business
 
 , providing strategic and practical legal counsel across a full range of activities, including
 
 corporate governance,
 
 &nbsp;
 
 commercial transactions
 
 ,
 
 regulatory compliance
 
 ,
 
 risk management
 
 ,
 
 employment and business operations
 
 . This role partners closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to enable growth, mitigate risk, and support the company&rsquo;s strategic objectives.
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Corporate Governance &amp; Strategy
 
 
 
 
 - Advise the General Counsel, the executive team, and the Board on corporate governance matters and fiduciary duties.
 
 - Support the Company and its Affiliates in connection with internal corporate matters, including preparing resolutions and Board presentations and maintaining corporate records.
 
 - Manage entity and subsidiary governance.
 
 
 
 
 
 Commercial &amp; Transactional Support
 
 
 
 
 - Lead negotiation of commercial agreements, including Master Services Agreements, O&amp;M Agreements, and other project related documentation, Non-Disclosure Agreements, SAAS contracts, licensing agreements, SREC Purchase and Sale Agreements, and vendor contracts.
 
 - Support service product launches and go-to-market activities.
 
 
 
 
 
 Mergers, Acquisitions &amp; Strategic Transactions
 
 
 
 
 - Support M&amp;A, joint ventures, and investments including due diligence and integration.
 
 
 
 
 
 Regulatory, Compliance &amp; Risk Management
 
 
 
 
 - Advise on corporate, securities, privacy, consumer finance, employment, and industry regulations.
 
 - Support compliance programs and internal controls.
 
 
 
 
 
 Data, Technology &amp; Privacy
 
 
 
 
 - Advise on data privacy, cybersecurity, systems implementations, and related vendor matters.
 
 
 
 
 
 Cross Functional Leadership
 
 
 
 
 - Partner with Asset Management, Operations, Finance, Technology, Product Development, and Human Resources teams.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Specific Experience - Required
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Renewable energy project experience, including residential, C&amp;I and Utility Scale
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Project management leadership
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 U.S. Federal and State Regulatory Compliance (FERC and NERC regulatory experience is helpful)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Strong analytical skills
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Demonstrated ability to integrate legal advice and practical business requirements
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Law Firm and In-House Legal experience
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 - Juris Doctor from accredited law school
 
 - Active bar membership
 
 -
 
 8&ndash;12+ years of experience
 
 
 
 
 
 Skills &amp; Attributes
 
 
 
 - Strong business judgment
 
 - Excellent communication skills
 
 - Strategic and solutions-oriented mindset
 
 
 
 
 &nbsp;
 
 
 
 BENEFITS
 
 
 
 
 SunStrong Management offers a rich and affordable benefits package through UnitedHealthcare and MetLife within the US intercontinental states. Our benefits include:
 
 &nbsp;
 
 
 HDHP and PPO Medical Plans, buy-up plans for both Dental and Vision, ancillaries such as Accident, Critical illness, Hospital indemnity, Short term and Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Life, and legal services along with multiple add-ons.
 
 
 &middot; Our 401(k) Package includes an Employer Match of 100% up to the first 4% and 50% on the next 2% with immediate vesting.
 
 
 We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
 
 
 If you are selected for a position, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a post-offer/pre-placement drug test (and medical examination if required by the role) as well as pre-placement verification of the information and qualifications provided during the selection process.
 
</div>

Associate General Counsel - Corporate & Regulatory

Surgery Partners

<div>Senior Director - Corporate Counsel

JOB SUMMARY:

The Senior Director - Corporate Counsel (CC), reporting to the Company&rsquo;s SVP and General Counsel, National Group, is responsible for analyzing, managing and advising on legal matters of the organization. The CC&rsquo;s main responsibility is to provide legal support to the Company&rsquo;s operations and development teams.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
<div>
<ul><li>Provide strategic and day-to-day legal advice to a national healthcare company consisting of ambulatory surgery centers, surgical hospitals and multi-specialty physician practices.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Review, draft and negotiate contracts for ambulatory surgical centers, surgical hospitals, and physician practices, including, without limitation, operating agreements, business associate agreements, commercial leases, joint venture agreements, non- disclosure agreements, exclusive services agreements, affiliation agreements, employment and independent contractor agreements, professional services agreements, billing agreements, vendor agreements and management services agreements.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Provide legal and regulatory advice in connection with development and marketing activities.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Manage outside counsel in corporate, regulatory and litigation matters as needed.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Work collaboratively with the Office of Compliance to structure corporate arrangements</li></ul>
<ul><li>Evaluate legal issues and documents to determine the organization&rsquo;s rights and responsibilities.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Provide high quality legal advice to management and other internal sources on issues presented, including issues of corporate and health law.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Perform legal research of all relevant sources of authority to prepare legal opinions.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Assist in the development of communications methods to share legal knowledge throughout the company.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Serve as a member of various Company work groups, committees and teams, as appropriate, where the strategic or legal advice and counsel of a lawyer are appropriate.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Deliver strategic and tactical legal and consulting services to Company leadership and staff.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Recommend opportunities or required changes to take advantage of new legal and regulatory developments and likely trends.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Assist in management of the Company&rsquo;s contract management system.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul>
</div>
QUALIFICATIONS:
<div>
<ul><li>Juris Doctorate is required.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Have passed the bar exam and maintain an active license to practice law in a jurisdiction in the United States.</li></ul>
<ul><li>At least 3 years of legal experience gained through either a major law firm or in-house experience or a combination of both.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Solid healthcare experience, including hospital/healthcare business operations and contracting; hospital/physician contracting; business transactions, including joint ventures, mergers/acquisitions and financing; and healthcare regulatory and legal compliance with a solid understanding of major federal laws, applicable state laws and related regulations that govern the provision of for-profit healthcare.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Executive leadership and ability to see and handle more than the &ldquo;legal&rdquo; issues of a project; strong pragmatic business acumen with the ability to recognize the business consequences of legal advice; a strategic and innovative thinker who can develop and articulate a clear understanding of the organization&rsquo;s strategy from all perspectives and find creative solutions to complex legal problems.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Experience with compliance-related issues and demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and enforce compliance and legal policies and procedures. Experience with regulations impacting the provision of healthcare services and hospital operations.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Proven track record of strong negotiation, communication, organizational and people management skills and the ability to influence and build relationships without direct authority.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Skill in exercising a high degree of initiative, judgment, discretion, problem solving and decision making.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Skill in developing and maintaining effective relationships with management, staff, physicians and banking personnel.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Skill in developing effective divisional policies and procedures.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to travel less than 10% of the time.</li></ul>
</div>
ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal busy office environment with much telephone work. Possible long hours as needed. Remote work environment where permitted by Company policy. The description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.

Benefits:
<ul>
<li>Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance</li>
<li>Health Savings Account with an employer contribution</li>
<li>Life Insurance</li>
<li>PTO</li>
<li>401(k) retirement plan with a company match</li>
<li>And more!</li></ul> 


ENVIRONMENTAL/WORKING CONDITIONS: Normal busy office environment with much telephone work. Possible long hours as needed. The description is intended to provide only basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions may change as needs evolve.
<ul><li>If you are viewing this role on a job board such as Indeed.com or LinkedIn, please know that pay bands are auto assigned and may not reflect the true pay band within the organization.</li></ul>
<ul><li>No Recruiters Please</li></ul>
Equal Opportunity Employer 
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.</div>

Senior Director, Corporate Counsel

Guilford County

<div>
 
 GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
 
 
 
 Guilford County, North Carolina is seeking an experienced and strategic legal professional to serve as a Chief Deputy County Attorney. This senior leadership role provides legal counsel and representation to department directors and citizens boards across a broad spectrum of legal matters affecting county government.
 
 
 
 DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS
 
 
 
 Reporting directly to the County Attorney, the Chief Deputy County Attorney assists in managing the operations of the County Attorney&rsquo;s Office, supervises attorneys, and serves as acting County Attorney in their absence.
 
 
 
 DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES
 
 
 
 
 Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Provides legal representation for DSS interests in all State and Federal Courts and administrative bodies as required. Provide information and legal opinions orally or in writing, including legal memorandums, office advice, consultation and advice in the field during developing situations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Deliver presentations and trainings on child welfare legal and public policy issues, including implementation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Advise county officials and departments on legal issues including public governance, contracts, employment, real estate, finance, public health, and social services.
 </li>
 <li>
 Reviews and apprises the progress of cases being pursued by Assistants and Deputy County Attorneys.
 </li>
 <li>
 Follows progress of cases through staff reports and meetings.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide leadership and supervision to a team of attorneys and legal professionals.
 </li>
 <li>
 Draft and review complex legal documents including ordinances, policies, contracts, interlocal agreements, and resolutions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Represent the County in litigation, administrative proceedings, and negotiations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure legal compliance with federal and state laws, including the North Carolina General Statutes including but not limited to Chapters 153A, 159, 160D, 122C, and 7B, public records and open meetings laws, and other applicable regulations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop training materials and conduct legal training for county staff and county boards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in managing office caseload, budgetary planning, and performance initiatives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Serve as a legal liaison to outside counsel and coordinate representation in complex matters as needed.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide information and legal opinions orally or in writing, including legal memorandums, office advice, consultation and advice in the field during developing situations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Represent the County in administrative proceedings before administrative agencies.
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide general legal advice and counsel to County Departments and Board of Commissioners as required by the County Attorney including attendance at Board of Commissioner meetings as necessary.
 </li>
 <li>
 Serve in supervisory capacity to the County Attorney Staff including general office management and work delegation as required by the County Attorney.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 RECRUITMENT STANDARDS
 
 
 
 Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Thorough knowledge of civil substantive law and civil procedure, including NC statutory law and significant civil case law from the U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Courts of Appeal, and N.C. appellate court.
 </li>
 <li>
 Thorough knowledge of the operations, functions, directives and procedures of multiple county departments.
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of N.C. and federal Rules of Civil Procedure and the drafting of pleadings, briefs, policies, directives, and guidelines based on such analysis.
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge of local government laws, open meetings laws and public records laws, purchasing, property, property tax assessment, budget and financial procedures and employment law matters.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other departmental and county employees, personnel of the courts, outside agencies, press and elected officials.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to analyze complex factual situations and to select and apply the appropriate statutory law or case law and to prepare clear and unambiguous written pleadings, briefs, policies, directives and guidelines based on such analysis.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to exercise sound judgment in routine and emergency situations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work with little or no supervision.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to supervise and manage other&rsquo;s work.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
 
 
 
 Graduation from an accredited law school with a minimum of seven years of experience as an attorney in local government or closely related field; must be licensed to practice law before the courts of North Carolina, including the U.S. District Court for Middle District of N.C.
 
 
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Demonstrated expertise in North Carolina public law, including local government finance, land use, public employment, and human services.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience advising boards and senior public officials.
 </li>
 <li>
 Familiarity with quasi-judicial proceedings, procurement law, and governmental immunity principles.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Special Requirements
 
 
 
 Licensed to practice law in the State of North Carolina.
 
 May Require Driving
 
 
 
 This position may require driving for this position whether driving a County owned or personal vehicle to conduct county business such as but not limited to attending conferences, meetings, or any other county related functions. Motor Vehicle Reports may be verified for valid driver&rsquo;s license and that the driving record is compatible with the county&rsquo;s driving criteria. If a personal vehicle is operated for county business proper insurance is maintained as per Guilford County&rsquo;s vehicle use policy.
 
 
 
 Special Note:
 
 This generic class description gives an overview of the job class, its essential job functions and recommended job requirements. However, for each individual position assigned to this class, there is available a completed job description with physical abilities checklist which can be reviewed before initiating a selection process. They can provide additional detailed information on which to base various personnel actions and can assist management in making legal and defensible personnel decisions.
</div>

Chief Deputy County Attorney-DSS

Guilford County Government

<div></div><div><div><div>GUILFORD COUNTY GOVERNMENT 

Transparency &amp; Communication | Equity &amp; Inclusion | Accountability
Service &amp; Outcomes Excellence | Our People Matter 

</div>
</div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Description</h2></div>
<div>GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Guilford County, North Carolina is seeking an experienced and strategic legal professional to serve as a Chief Deputy County Attorney. This senior leadership role provides legal counsel and representation to department directors and citizens boards across a broad spectrum of legal matters affecting county government. 
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS 
Reporting directly to the County Attorney, the Chief Deputy County Attorney assists in managing the operations of the County Attorney&rsquo;s Office, supervises attorneys, and serves as acting County Attorney in their absence.</div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Examples of Duties</h2></div>
<div>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES 
Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 
<ul><li>
Provides legal representation for DSS interests in all State and Federal Courts and administrative bodies as required. 
Provide information and legal opinions orally or in writing, including legal memorandums, office advice, consultation and advice in the field during developing situations.</li><li>
Deliver presentations and trainings on child welfare legal and public policy issues, including implementation.</li><li>
Advise county officials and departments on legal issues including public governance, contracts, employment, real estate, finance, public health, and social services.</li><li>
Reviews and apprises the progress of cases being pursued by Assistants and Deputy County Attorneys.</li><li>
Follows progress of cases through staff reports and meetings.</li><li>
Provide leadership and supervision to a team of attorneys and legal professionals.</li><li>
Draft and review complex legal documents including ordinances, policies, contracts, interlocal agreements, and resolutions.</li><li>
Represent the County in litigation, administrative proceedings, and negotiations.</li><li>
Ensure legal compliance with federal and state laws, including the North Carolina General Statutes including but not limited to Chapters 153A, 159, 160D, 122C, and 7B, public records and open meetings laws, and other applicable regulations.</li><li>
Develop training materials and conduct legal training for county staff and county boards.</li><li>
Assist in managing office caseload, budgetary planning, and performance initiatives.</li><li>
Serve as a legal liaison to outside counsel and coordinate representation in complex matters as needed.</li><li>
Provide information and legal opinions orally or in writing, including legal memorandums, office advice, consultation and advice in the field during developing situations.</li><li>
Represent the County in administrative proceedings before administrative agencies.</li><li>
Provide general legal advice and counsel to County Departments and Board of Commissioners as required by the County Attorney including attendance at Board of Commissioner meetings as necessary.</li><li>
Serve in supervisory capacity to the County Attorney Staff including general office management and work delegation as required by the County Attorney.</li></ul> 

RECRUITMENT STANDARDS 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities<ul><li>
Thorough knowledge of civil substantive law and civil procedure, including NC statutory law and significant civil case law from the U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Courts of Appeal, and N.C. appellate court.</li><li>
Thorough knowledge of the operations, functions, directives and procedures of multiple county departments.</li><li>
Knowledge of N.C. and federal Rules of Civil Procedure and the drafting of pleadings, briefs, policies, directives, and guidelines based on such analysis.</li><li>
Knowledge of local government laws, open meetings laws and public records laws, purchasing, property, property tax assessment, budget and financial procedures and employment law matters.</li><li>
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other departmental and county employees, personnel of the courts, outside agencies, press and elected officials.</li><li>
Ability to analyze complex factual situations and to select and apply the appropriate statutory law or case law and to prepare clear and unambiguous written pleadings, briefs, policies, directives and guidelines based on such analysis.</li><li>
Ability to exercise sound judgment in routine and emergency situations.</li><li>
Ability to work with little or no supervision.</li><li>
Ability to supervise and manage other&rsquo;s work.</li></ul></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Typical Qualifications</h2></div>
<div>MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 
Graduation from an accredited law school with a minimum of seven years of experience as an attorney in local government or closely related field; must be licensed to practice law before the courts of North Carolina, including the U.S. District Court for Middle District of N.C. 
 
Preferred Qualifications: 
<ul><li>
Demonstrated expertise in North Carolina public law, including local government finance, land use, public employment, and human services.</li><li>
Experience advising boards and senior public officials.</li><li>
Familiarity with quasi-judicial proceedings, procurement law, and governmental immunity principles.</li><li>
Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.</li></ul>
 
Special Requirements: 
Licensed to practice law in the State of North Carolina.</div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Supplemental Information</h2></div>
<div>May Require Driving 
This position may require driving for this position whether driving a County owned or personal vehicle to conduct county business such as but not limited to attending conferences, meetings, or any other county related functions. Motor Vehicle Reports may be verified for valid driver&rsquo;s license and that the driving record is compatible with the county&rsquo;s driving criteria. If a personal vehicle is operated for county business proper insurance is maintained as per Guilford County&rsquo;s vehicle use policy. 
 
Special Note: This generic class description gives an overview of the job class, its essential job functions and recommended job requirements. However, for each individual position assigned to this class, there is available a completed job description with physical abilities checklist which can be reviewed before initiating a selection process. They can provide additional detailed information on which to base various personnel actions and can assist management in making legal and defensible personnel decisions.</div> 
</div><div><div>Guilford County is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to employees and applicants for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or political affiliation. The County is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state and local laws that pertain to employment, and to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination of any kind. If you need an auxiliary aide, make the request forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the time the accommodation is needed by calling 336-641-3324.</div></div></div>

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