Senior Counsel

Job Summary Statement :

Under the general direction of the Vice Chancellor, Legal Affairs, and serving on the campus legal team in coordination with the General Counsel of the Regents, provides advice on the wide range of legal questions associated with the administration, management and operation of UCLA, including but not limited to academic affairs, student affairs, business affairs, research and compliance, labor and employment, litigation and risk management, public records, and policies and procedures.

Areas of specialization may include, or be related to, complex business contracts, real estate and construction, international business relationships, and research administration and compliance.

Percentage of Time : 100 Shift Start : 8 : 00 am Shift End : 5 : 00 pm Qualifications for Position 14 Records Qualifications Required / Preferred J.

D. Degree from an ABA accredited institution and active membership in good standing of the State Bar of California (or eligible for immediate membership).

Required Demonstrated effective letter drafting and written communication skills. Required Demonstrated effective oral communication skills.

Required Demonstrated strategic thinking, analytic, organization, and problem-solving skills. 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 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, email programs, Internet browsers, and on-line legal research.

Required Experience in employment law, student affairs, academic personnel and research, federal regulation compliance, complex contracts, international agreements, risk management and litigation processes.

Preferred Knowledge of University or higher education policies and procedures. Preferred Knowledge of legal issues associated with governmental / public entities.

Preferred Experience in matters relevant to business transactions, state and federal contracts, and intellectual property.

Preferred Experience with complex organizations and the management of significant legal issues. Preferred Additional Posting Information Bargaining Unit : 99-Policy Covered Application Deadline : 11-13-2020 External Posting Date : Quicklink To Posting : hr.

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Candidate selected will be required to complete financial statements for public record. Critical : Continued employment contingent upon completion of satisfactory background investigation.

Driving Record : N / A E-Verify Check :

Certain positions funded by federal contracts / subcontracts requires UCLA to notify job applicants that an E-Verify check will be conducted and the successful candidate must pass the E-Verify check.

This position does not require E-Verify check. CANRA :

Is this position designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA? No Other Special Employment Requirements : Position is subject to performance standards and other requirements of the University wide Police Policies and Administrative Procedures.