Job Description: The Role The FMR LLC Legal Department is seeking to hire a senior attorney to join the Workplace Investing (WI) legal team. You will be part of a dynamic legal team advising Fidelity s defined contribution plan recordkeeping, administration, and trust business in connection with the development of products and services, ongoing plan administration, including operations, reporting and disclosure, document and contract support, and investment related matters. You will also collaborate on advocacy for, and implementation of, new legislation and regulation affecting the business. You will work with multiple groups within WI and across the Fidelity enterprise, including risk, compliance, government relations, relationship management, product, client experience, finance, sales, technology, and marketing. The Expertise and Skills You Bring The role calls for the following experience and expertise: JD and at least 8 years of relevant law firm, industry or regulatory experience. Admitted to practice or willing to secure bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction. In-depth working knowledge of employee benefits law applicable to qualified plans, focusing on the Internal Revenue Code and ERISA, including SECURE 2.0. Experience advising on Section 409A and non-qualified retirement plans, Section 403(b) and Section 457 plans, collective investment funds and other plan asset vehicles a plus. Experience with securities laws as they relate to employee benefit plans is helpful. In addition, the role calls for the following capabilities and skills: Strong orientation to client service (for internal and external clients) with an emphasis on responsiveness to client inquiries. Strong work ethic, excellent judgment, and keen attention to detail. Strong analytical, investigatory, and problem-solving skills. Strong writing and research skills. Ability to effectively lead and collaborate on projects and initiatives and to build relationships with business partners, risk and compliance, while exhibiting behavior consistent with Fidelity s culture and values. Ability to work independently under pressure in a fast-paced and dynamic environment handling multiple projects simultaneously with minimal day-to-day supervision. Excellent presentation, oral communication, and ability to influence diverse groups of professionals, including external clients and senior executives. The Value You Deliver You are a builder and a guardian, helping the business achieve its goals while protecting the firm against risks and exposure. You will partner with WI business groups to develop strategies for addressing complex situations, resolving issues and creating world class experiences for our customers. You will analyze and advocate with respect to legislative and regulatory changes related to retirement plans and advise on implementation strategies. You will provide subject matter expertise for plan document and client contract negotiations. You will support relationship management and client experience teams and provide strategic advice and analysis to business leaders. You will work collaboratively with legal, risk, compliance, and business colleagues across the enterprise on mutually impactful issues and projects. How Your Work Impacts the Organization You will play an important role in advising WI leaders, product teams, relationship management, sales professionals, and others. Your role will be critical to the smooth running of Fidelity s recordkeeping and trust business. You will work closely with a dynamic, highly skilled, and collaborative group of legal, risk and compliance professionals. Certifications: Company Overview Fidelity Investments is a privately held company with a mission to strengthen the financial well-being of our clients. We help people invest and plan for their future. We assist companies and non-profit organizations in delivering benefits to their employees. And we provide institutions and independent advisors with investment and technology solutions to help invest their own clients money. Join Us At Fidelity, you ll find endless opportunities to build a meaningful career that positively impacts peoples lives, including yours. You can take advantage of flexible benefits that support you through every stage of your career, empowering you to thrive at work and at home. Honored with a Glassdoor Employees Choice Award , we have been recognized by our employees as a top 10 Best Place to Work in 2024. And you don t need a finance background to succeed at Fidelity—we offer a range of opportunities for learning so you can build the career you ve always imagined. Fidelity's working model blends the best of working offsite with maximizing time together in person to meet associate and business needs. Currently, most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite all business days of one assigned week per four-week period (beginning in September 2024, the requirement will be two full assigned weeks). At Fidelity, we value honesty, integrity, and the safety of our associates and customers within a heavily regulated industry . Certain roles may require candidates to go through a preliminary credit check during the screening process. Candidates who are presented with a Fidelity offer will need to go through a background investigation, detailed in this document , and may be asked to provide additional documentation as requested. This investigation includes but is not limited to a criminal, civil litigations and regulatory review, employment, education, and credit review (role dependent). These investigations will account for 7 years or more of history, depending on the role. Where permitted by federal or state law, Fidelity will also conduct a pre-employment drug screen, which will review for the following substances: Amphetamines, THC (marijuana), cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine. We invite you to Find Your Fidelity at . Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging. Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate a request for an accommodation, contact the HR Accommodation Team by sending an email to .
05/04/2024
Full time
Job Description: The Role The FMR LLC Legal Department is seeking to hire a senior attorney to join the Workplace Investing (WI) legal team. You will be part of a dynamic legal team advising Fidelity s defined contribution plan recordkeeping, administration, and trust business in connection with the development of products and services, ongoing plan administration, including operations, reporting and disclosure, document and contract support, and investment related matters. You will also collaborate on advocacy for, and implementation of, new legislation and regulation affecting the business. You will work with multiple groups within WI and across the Fidelity enterprise, including risk, compliance, government relations, relationship management, product, client experience, finance, sales, technology, and marketing. The Expertise and Skills You Bring The role calls for the following experience and expertise: JD and at least 8 years of relevant law firm, industry or regulatory experience. Admitted to practice or willing to secure bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction. In-depth working knowledge of employee benefits law applicable to qualified plans, focusing on the Internal Revenue Code and ERISA, including SECURE 2.0. Experience advising on Section 409A and non-qualified retirement plans, Section 403(b) and Section 457 plans, collective investment funds and other plan asset vehicles a plus. Experience with securities laws as they relate to employee benefit plans is helpful. In addition, the role calls for the following capabilities and skills: Strong orientation to client service (for internal and external clients) with an emphasis on responsiveness to client inquiries. Strong work ethic, excellent judgment, and keen attention to detail. Strong analytical, investigatory, and problem-solving skills. Strong writing and research skills. Ability to effectively lead and collaborate on projects and initiatives and to build relationships with business partners, risk and compliance, while exhibiting behavior consistent with Fidelity s culture and values. Ability to work independently under pressure in a fast-paced and dynamic environment handling multiple projects simultaneously with minimal day-to-day supervision. Excellent presentation, oral communication, and ability to influence diverse groups of professionals, including external clients and senior executives. The Value You Deliver You are a builder and a guardian, helping the business achieve its goals while protecting the firm against risks and exposure. You will partner with WI business groups to develop strategies for addressing complex situations, resolving issues and creating world class experiences for our customers. You will analyze and advocate with respect to legislative and regulatory changes related to retirement plans and advise on implementation strategies. You will provide subject matter expertise for plan document and client contract negotiations. You will support relationship management and client experience teams and provide strategic advice and analysis to business leaders. You will work collaboratively with legal, risk, compliance, and business colleagues across the enterprise on mutually impactful issues and projects. How Your Work Impacts the Organization You will play an important role in advising WI leaders, product teams, relationship management, sales professionals, and others. Your role will be critical to the smooth running of Fidelity s recordkeeping and trust business. You will work closely with a dynamic, highly skilled, and collaborative group of legal, risk and compliance professionals. Certifications: Company Overview Fidelity Investments is a privately held company with a mission to strengthen the financial well-being of our clients. We help people invest and plan for their future. We assist companies and non-profit organizations in delivering benefits to their employees. And we provide institutions and independent advisors with investment and technology solutions to help invest their own clients money. Join Us At Fidelity, you ll find endless opportunities to build a meaningful career that positively impacts peoples lives, including yours. You can take advantage of flexible benefits that support you through every stage of your career, empowering you to thrive at work and at home. Honored with a Glassdoor Employees Choice Award , we have been recognized by our employees as a top 10 Best Place to Work in 2024. And you don t need a finance background to succeed at Fidelity—we offer a range of opportunities for learning so you can build the career you ve always imagined. Fidelity's working model blends the best of working offsite with maximizing time together in person to meet associate and business needs. Currently, most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite all business days of one assigned week per four-week period (beginning in September 2024, the requirement will be two full assigned weeks). At Fidelity, we value honesty, integrity, and the safety of our associates and customers within a heavily regulated industry . Certain roles may require candidates to go through a preliminary credit check during the screening process. Candidates who are presented with a Fidelity offer will need to go through a background investigation, detailed in this document , and may be asked to provide additional documentation as requested. This investigation includes but is not limited to a criminal, civil litigations and regulatory review, employment, education, and credit review (role dependent). These investigations will account for 7 years or more of history, depending on the role. Where permitted by federal or state law, Fidelity will also conduct a pre-employment drug screen, which will review for the following substances: Amphetamines, THC (marijuana), cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine. We invite you to Find Your Fidelity at . Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging. Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate a request for an accommodation, contact the HR Accommodation Team by sending an email to .
Fidelity TalentSource LLC
Smithfield, Rhode Island
Job Description: The Expertise We re Looking For Five to ten years as a practicing attorney with relevant experience. Experience working with a range of issues affecting private wealth and institutional clients, with a heavy emphasis on alternatives and non 40 Act distribution issues. Familiarity with intermediary, registered investment advisers (RIA), and institutional investor issues associated with alternatives matters. Experience working with placement agents, broker-dealers, and alternatives marketplaces Experience handling private offering advertising and performance issues under FINRA rules, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and the Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS) Thorough familiarity with federal securities laws, including the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, relevant portions of the Investment Company Act of 1940 and the Commodity Exchange Act and related rules. Strong practical skills and industry knowledge. Additional helpful experience includes non-US offerings, and state blue sky issues The Purpose of Your Role You will provide counsel to the private wealth management and institutional distribution arm for Fidelity s alternatives business drawing upon your experience dealing with related matters with emphasis on private offerings in the non- 40 Act space across the investor and distribution spectrum. In this role, you will provide all aspects of legal support to the private wealth management and distribution function of Fidelity Institutional s business for Fidelity s proprietary and non-proprietary alternatives, including marketing and advertising issues and compliance matters. The Skills You Bring Your crisp and clear oral and written communication skills, in particular the ability to reduce complex legal issues to straightforward, practical analysis and advice. Your natural collaborative approach in devising pragmatic and creative solutions across a variety of issues in a dynamic environment Your strategic and critical thinking skills, excellent judgment, and decision-making skills Your professional maturity, confidence, presence, and initiative Your ability to work closely and collaboratively with our business partners and others within the Legal, Risk, and Compliance departments Your agility and resilience characterized by your ability to stay calm under pressure with a “can-do” attitude. Your ability to manage outside counsel to provide excellent legal services in a cost effective manner. The Value You Deliver You will be a key member and contributor to Fidelity Institutional s Legal team. You will work alongside a legal team of other attorneys and paralegals dedicated to distribution issues. This team works together to support the intermediary and institutional sales teams. You will interact with product, portfolio management, sales, compliance, and risk and professionals as well as other attorneys across the Fidelity organization. How Your Work Impacts the Organization You will play an important role in advising Fidelity leaders, investment, compliance and sales professionals. Your role will be critical to the smooth intake and maintenance of institutional business. You will work closely with a dynamic, highly skilled, and collaborative group of professionals. The base salary range for this position is $124,000-$262,000 per year. Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate s relevant experience, and other factors. Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation. We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career. Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted. Certifications: Company Overview Fidelity Investments is a privately held company with a mission to strengthen the financial well-being of our clients. We help people invest and plan for their future. We assist companies and non-profit organizations in delivering benefits to their employees. And we provide institutions and independent advisors with investment and technology solutions to help invest their own clients money. Join Us At Fidelity, you ll find endless opportunities to build a meaningful career that positively impacts peoples lives, including yours. You can take advantage of flexible benefits that support you through every stage of your career, empowering you to thrive at work and at home. Honored with a Glassdoor Employees Choice Award , we have been recognized by our employees as a top 10 Best Place to Work in 2024. And you don t need a finance background to succeed at Fidelity—we offer a range of opportunities for learning so you can build the career you ve always imagined. Fidelity's working model blends the best of working offsite with maximizing time together in person to meet associate and business needs. Currently, most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite all business days of one assigned week per four-week period (beginning in September 2024, the requirement will be two full assigned weeks). At Fidelity, we value honesty, integrity, and the safety of our associates and customers within a heavily regulated industry . Certain roles may require candidates to go through a preliminary credit check during the screening process. Candidates who are presented with a Fidelity offer will need to go through a background investigation, detailed in this document , and may be asked to provide additional documentation as requested. This investigation includes but is not limited to a criminal, civil litigations and regulatory review, employment, education, and credit review (role dependent). These investigations will account for 7 years or more of history, depending on the role. Where permitted by federal or state law, Fidelity will also conduct a pre-employment drug screen, which will review for the following substances: Amphetamines, THC (marijuana), cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine. We invite you to Find Your Fidelity at . Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging. Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate a request for an accommodation, contact the HR Accommodation Team by sending an email to .
05/01/2024
Full time
Job Description: The Expertise We re Looking For Five to ten years as a practicing attorney with relevant experience. Experience working with a range of issues affecting private wealth and institutional clients, with a heavy emphasis on alternatives and non 40 Act distribution issues. Familiarity with intermediary, registered investment advisers (RIA), and institutional investor issues associated with alternatives matters. Experience working with placement agents, broker-dealers, and alternatives marketplaces Experience handling private offering advertising and performance issues under FINRA rules, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and the Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS) Thorough familiarity with federal securities laws, including the Securities Act of 1933, the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Investment Advisers Act of 1940, relevant portions of the Investment Company Act of 1940 and the Commodity Exchange Act and related rules. Strong practical skills and industry knowledge. Additional helpful experience includes non-US offerings, and state blue sky issues The Purpose of Your Role You will provide counsel to the private wealth management and institutional distribution arm for Fidelity s alternatives business drawing upon your experience dealing with related matters with emphasis on private offerings in the non- 40 Act space across the investor and distribution spectrum. In this role, you will provide all aspects of legal support to the private wealth management and distribution function of Fidelity Institutional s business for Fidelity s proprietary and non-proprietary alternatives, including marketing and advertising issues and compliance matters. The Skills You Bring Your crisp and clear oral and written communication skills, in particular the ability to reduce complex legal issues to straightforward, practical analysis and advice. Your natural collaborative approach in devising pragmatic and creative solutions across a variety of issues in a dynamic environment Your strategic and critical thinking skills, excellent judgment, and decision-making skills Your professional maturity, confidence, presence, and initiative Your ability to work closely and collaboratively with our business partners and others within the Legal, Risk, and Compliance departments Your agility and resilience characterized by your ability to stay calm under pressure with a “can-do” attitude. Your ability to manage outside counsel to provide excellent legal services in a cost effective manner. The Value You Deliver You will be a key member and contributor to Fidelity Institutional s Legal team. You will work alongside a legal team of other attorneys and paralegals dedicated to distribution issues. This team works together to support the intermediary and institutional sales teams. You will interact with product, portfolio management, sales, compliance, and risk and professionals as well as other attorneys across the Fidelity organization. How Your Work Impacts the Organization You will play an important role in advising Fidelity leaders, investment, compliance and sales professionals. Your role will be critical to the smooth intake and maintenance of institutional business. You will work closely with a dynamic, highly skilled, and collaborative group of professionals. The base salary range for this position is $124,000-$262,000 per year. Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate s relevant experience, and other factors. Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation. We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career. Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted. Certifications: Company Overview Fidelity Investments is a privately held company with a mission to strengthen the financial well-being of our clients. We help people invest and plan for their future. We assist companies and non-profit organizations in delivering benefits to their employees. And we provide institutions and independent advisors with investment and technology solutions to help invest their own clients money. Join Us At Fidelity, you ll find endless opportunities to build a meaningful career that positively impacts peoples lives, including yours. You can take advantage of flexible benefits that support you through every stage of your career, empowering you to thrive at work and at home. Honored with a Glassdoor Employees Choice Award , we have been recognized by our employees as a top 10 Best Place to Work in 2024. And you don t need a finance background to succeed at Fidelity—we offer a range of opportunities for learning so you can build the career you ve always imagined. Fidelity's working model blends the best of working offsite with maximizing time together in person to meet associate and business needs. Currently, most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite all business days of one assigned week per four-week period (beginning in September 2024, the requirement will be two full assigned weeks). At Fidelity, we value honesty, integrity, and the safety of our associates and customers within a heavily regulated industry . Certain roles may require candidates to go through a preliminary credit check during the screening process. Candidates who are presented with a Fidelity offer will need to go through a background investigation, detailed in this document , and may be asked to provide additional documentation as requested. This investigation includes but is not limited to a criminal, civil litigations and regulatory review, employment, education, and credit review (role dependent). These investigations will account for 7 years or more of history, depending on the role. Where permitted by federal or state law, Fidelity will also conduct a pre-employment drug screen, which will review for the following substances: Amphetamines, THC (marijuana), cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine. We invite you to Find Your Fidelity at . Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging. Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate a request for an accommodation, contact the HR Accommodation Team by sending an email to .
Job Description: The FMR LLC Legal Department is seeking to hire an experienced technology-focused attorney to join the Corporate Services team to provide legal support to Fidelity companies regarding the use of new and emerging technologies, and on matters involving data governance, privacy and cybersecurity. The Expertise You Have Minimum 6 years as a practicing attorney. Significant experience advising businesses on technology-related and data-related matters, including: data management and data governance; use of new and emerging technology, such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and biometrics; data privacy matters, including operationalizing privacy programs and maintaining compliance with US and foreign privacy and data protection laws, regulations and frameworks; and advising on cybersecurity matters, including policies and procedures, incident response plans, and applicable laws, regulations and frameworks. Strong knowledge of applicable laws, regulations and industry best practices related to AI, biometrics, data governance, cybersecurity and privacy. Experience designing and conducting risk assessments, data transfer impact assessments and privacy-by-design reviews, and handling data privacy and cybersecurity incidents. Experience negotiating data access and data sharing agreements, data protection agreements and other complex agreements. Law firm experience advising financial services companies or in-house legal experience at a financial services company is a plus. The Skills You Bring Ability to navigate and advise on complex legal issues and provide straightforward, practical analysis and advice. Exceptional advocacy, negotiation, presentation and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to advise and influence senior executives and professionals from diverse businesses on a wide range of issues. Ability to work closely and collaboratively with our businesses and our Legal, Risk and Compliance teams to ensure the company complies with applicable laws and regulations related to AI, data handling and data protection, privacy and cybersecurity. Exceptional judgment and range. You will need to excel at quickly analyzing complex legal and business issues involving a wide variety of products, services and business settings. Highly organized, self-motivated and self-directed. You need to be able to work efficiently, under pressure, with varying degrees of supervision, and manage projects with competing deadlines in a dynamic environment. Tech-savvy and curious. You stay current on emerging technology and actively seek to learn more about them and their impact on businesses. The Value You Deliver You will be a key member and contributor to the Legal Department s Corporate Services team working alongside a team of other attorneys and paralegals focused on privacy, cybersecurity, data governance, emerging technologies and intellectual property. You will advise businesses and help drive the company s strategy on a wide range of legal matters related to artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies, data management and governance, cybersecurity and privacy, providing practical and effective legal advice to support their business initiatives. You will stay up to date with new and emerging technologies and the changes and developments in laws, regulations, standards and guidance related to their use, and as needed, help establish appropriate policies, procedures and practices associated with the company s adoption and use of these technologies. You will prepare and negotiate agreements related to technology products and services, cybersecurity, data access and sharing, data protection and privacy. You will work closely with the compliance and risk management teams to ensure that the company complies with applicable laws and regulations related to emerging technologies, data governance, cybersecurity and privacy. The base salary range for this position is $124,000-$262,000 per year. Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate s relevant experience, and other factors. Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation. We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career. Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted. Certifications: Company Overview Fidelity Investments is a privately held company with a mission to strengthen the financial well-being of our clients. We help people invest and plan for their future. We assist companies and non-profit organizations in delivering benefits to their employees. And we provide institutions and independent advisors with investment and technology solutions to help invest their own clients money. Join Us At Fidelity, you ll find endless opportunities to build a meaningful career that positively impacts peoples lives, including yours. You can take advantage of flexible benefits that support you through every stage of your career, empowering you to thrive at work and at home. Honored with a Glassdoor Employees Choice Award , we have been recognized by our employees as a top 10 Best Place to Work in 2024. And you don t need a finance background to succeed at Fidelity—we offer a range of opportunities for learning so you can build the career you ve always imagined. Fidelity's working model blends the best of working offsite with maximizing time together in person to meet associate and business needs. Currently, most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite all business days of one assigned week per four-week period (beginning in September 2024, the requirement will be two full assigned weeks). At Fidelity, we value honesty, integrity, and the safety of our associates and customers within a heavily regulated industry . Certain roles may require candidates to go through a preliminary credit check during the screening process. Candidates who are presented with a Fidelity offer will need to go through a background investigation, detailed in this document , and may be asked to provide additional documentation as requested. This investigation includes but is not limited to a criminal, civil litigations and regulatory review, employment, education, and credit review (role dependent). These investigations will account for 7 years or more of history, depending on the role. Where permitted by federal or state law, Fidelity will also conduct a pre-employment drug screen, which will review for the following substances: Amphetamines, THC (marijuana), cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine. We invite you to Find Your Fidelity at . Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging. Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate a request for an accommodation, contact the HR Accommodation Team by sending an email to .
05/01/2024
Full time
Job Description: The FMR LLC Legal Department is seeking to hire an experienced technology-focused attorney to join the Corporate Services team to provide legal support to Fidelity companies regarding the use of new and emerging technologies, and on matters involving data governance, privacy and cybersecurity. The Expertise You Have Minimum 6 years as a practicing attorney. Significant experience advising businesses on technology-related and data-related matters, including: data management and data governance; use of new and emerging technology, such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and biometrics; data privacy matters, including operationalizing privacy programs and maintaining compliance with US and foreign privacy and data protection laws, regulations and frameworks; and advising on cybersecurity matters, including policies and procedures, incident response plans, and applicable laws, regulations and frameworks. Strong knowledge of applicable laws, regulations and industry best practices related to AI, biometrics, data governance, cybersecurity and privacy. Experience designing and conducting risk assessments, data transfer impact assessments and privacy-by-design reviews, and handling data privacy and cybersecurity incidents. Experience negotiating data access and data sharing agreements, data protection agreements and other complex agreements. Law firm experience advising financial services companies or in-house legal experience at a financial services company is a plus. The Skills You Bring Ability to navigate and advise on complex legal issues and provide straightforward, practical analysis and advice. Exceptional advocacy, negotiation, presentation and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to advise and influence senior executives and professionals from diverse businesses on a wide range of issues. Ability to work closely and collaboratively with our businesses and our Legal, Risk and Compliance teams to ensure the company complies with applicable laws and regulations related to AI, data handling and data protection, privacy and cybersecurity. Exceptional judgment and range. You will need to excel at quickly analyzing complex legal and business issues involving a wide variety of products, services and business settings. Highly organized, self-motivated and self-directed. You need to be able to work efficiently, under pressure, with varying degrees of supervision, and manage projects with competing deadlines in a dynamic environment. Tech-savvy and curious. You stay current on emerging technology and actively seek to learn more about them and their impact on businesses. The Value You Deliver You will be a key member and contributor to the Legal Department s Corporate Services team working alongside a team of other attorneys and paralegals focused on privacy, cybersecurity, data governance, emerging technologies and intellectual property. You will advise businesses and help drive the company s strategy on a wide range of legal matters related to artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies, data management and governance, cybersecurity and privacy, providing practical and effective legal advice to support their business initiatives. You will stay up to date with new and emerging technologies and the changes and developments in laws, regulations, standards and guidance related to their use, and as needed, help establish appropriate policies, procedures and practices associated with the company s adoption and use of these technologies. You will prepare and negotiate agreements related to technology products and services, cybersecurity, data access and sharing, data protection and privacy. You will work closely with the compliance and risk management teams to ensure that the company complies with applicable laws and regulations related to emerging technologies, data governance, cybersecurity and privacy. The base salary range for this position is $124,000-$262,000 per year. Placement in the range will vary based on job responsibilities and scope, geographic location, candidate s relevant experience, and other factors. Base salary is only part of the total compensation package. Depending on the position and eligibility requirements, the offer package may also include bonus or other variable compensation. We offer a wide range of benefits to meet your evolving needs and help you live your best life at work and at home. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage and emotional well-being support, market-leading retirement, generous paid time off and parental leave, charitable giving employee match program, and educational assistance including student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, and learning resources to develop your career. Note, the application window closes when the position is filled or unposted. Certifications: Company Overview Fidelity Investments is a privately held company with a mission to strengthen the financial well-being of our clients. We help people invest and plan for their future. We assist companies and non-profit organizations in delivering benefits to their employees. And we provide institutions and independent advisors with investment and technology solutions to help invest their own clients money. Join Us At Fidelity, you ll find endless opportunities to build a meaningful career that positively impacts peoples lives, including yours. You can take advantage of flexible benefits that support you through every stage of your career, empowering you to thrive at work and at home. Honored with a Glassdoor Employees Choice Award , we have been recognized by our employees as a top 10 Best Place to Work in 2024. And you don t need a finance background to succeed at Fidelity—we offer a range of opportunities for learning so you can build the career you ve always imagined. Fidelity's working model blends the best of working offsite with maximizing time together in person to meet associate and business needs. Currently, most hybrid roles require associates to work onsite all business days of one assigned week per four-week period (beginning in September 2024, the requirement will be two full assigned weeks). At Fidelity, we value honesty, integrity, and the safety of our associates and customers within a heavily regulated industry . Certain roles may require candidates to go through a preliminary credit check during the screening process. Candidates who are presented with a Fidelity offer will need to go through a background investigation, detailed in this document , and may be asked to provide additional documentation as requested. This investigation includes but is not limited to a criminal, civil litigations and regulatory review, employment, education, and credit review (role dependent). These investigations will account for 7 years or more of history, depending on the role. Where permitted by federal or state law, Fidelity will also conduct a pre-employment drug screen, which will review for the following substances: Amphetamines, THC (marijuana), cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine. We invite you to Find Your Fidelity at . Fidelity Investments is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to attract, develop and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging. Fidelity will reasonably accommodate applicants with disabilities who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. To initiate a request for an accommodation, contact the HR Accommodation Team by sending an email to .
Summary: Petroplan is in search of a Senior Attorney on behalf of a Houston based Exploration and Production company to play a key role in adding to the growing legal team's capabilities. This role involves navigating SEC regulations, alongside other governmental mandates impacting the energy sector. We prioritize candidates with knowledge of labor law and experience in public companies. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with pertinent laws, draft and review contracts, conduct legal research, and represent the company in legal proceedings. They will collaborate closely with senior management and various departments to align strategies with the company's core values. This position is based in the Houston Corporate office on a hybrid schedule Key Responsibilities: Provide legal counsel to internal stakeholders on E&P operations. Oversee and contribute to the drafting, review, and negotiation of transactional documents for domestic and international business transactions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address issues comprehensively. Manage litigation matters. Develop and implement corporate policies. Stay updated on legal and regulatory changes. Supervise external legal counsel. Qualifications/Requirements: Juris Doctorate Degree (JD). 15 years' of legal experience, with a focus on the oil & gas industry. Strong understanding of SEC and government regulations, as well as industry best practices. Experience in public companies, including familiarity with regulatory filings such as 10-K, proxy, and Form 4. Strong grasp of contractual aspects in the energy sector. Exposure to labor law. About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
05/01/2024
Full time
Summary: Petroplan is in search of a Senior Attorney on behalf of a Houston based Exploration and Production company to play a key role in adding to the growing legal team's capabilities. This role involves navigating SEC regulations, alongside other governmental mandates impacting the energy sector. We prioritize candidates with knowledge of labor law and experience in public companies. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with pertinent laws, draft and review contracts, conduct legal research, and represent the company in legal proceedings. They will collaborate closely with senior management and various departments to align strategies with the company's core values. This position is based in the Houston Corporate office on a hybrid schedule Key Responsibilities: Provide legal counsel to internal stakeholders on E&P operations. Oversee and contribute to the drafting, review, and negotiation of transactional documents for domestic and international business transactions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address issues comprehensively. Manage litigation matters. Develop and implement corporate policies. Stay updated on legal and regulatory changes. Supervise external legal counsel. Qualifications/Requirements: Juris Doctorate Degree (JD). 15 years' of legal experience, with a focus on the oil & gas industry. Strong understanding of SEC and government regulations, as well as industry best practices. Experience in public companies, including familiarity with regulatory filings such as 10-K, proxy, and Form 4. Strong grasp of contractual aspects in the energy sector. Exposure to labor law. About Petroplan Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual. Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines. In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual. Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.
About the team We at Zillow Group Legal are a team of skilled legal professionals and fun people who enjoy working in a collaborative environment within a creative, multifaceted tech and media company. About the role Zillow Group's Legal & Compliance team is looking for an experienced product attorney with experience in complex and highly regulated product offerings. This In this role you will be responsible for handling a broad range of legal matters, with a focus on product support, licensing, intellectual property issues, and issues related to changing regulatory obligations. In this position, you will: Provide legal support and guidance to product teams/brands within Zillow Draft and negotiate licensing, marketing, business development and other commercial agreements Provide legal support and guidance to marketing teams, including guidance on online marketing strategies and corresponding data use/protection Assist in protection of Zillow's data and intellectual property rights Provide legal support in connection with privacy, data security and anti-piracy incident response operations Coordinate with in-house and outside counsel to resolve litigation matters Perform legal research and advise product teams on implementation of new laws Advise and mentor new attorneys on product counseling and contract negotiation This role has been categorized as a Remote position. "Remote" employees do not have a permanent corporate office workplace and, instead, work from a physical location of their choice which must be identified to the Company. Employees may live in any of the 50 US States, with limited exceptions. In certain cases, an employee in a remote-designated job may need to live in a specific region or time zone to support customers or clients as part of their role. Who you are Strong organizational skills and the ability to successfully handle opposing, time-sensitive projects Excel at collaborating with across departments and levels to develop consumer-centric, creative, proactive business solutions in a sophisticated legal and regulatory environment Experience managing other attorneys and support staff Excellent communication and analytical skills Experience with licensing, intellectual property and commercial agreements required Experience supporting in-house teams with product development strongly preferred Experience in online platforms providing regulated services (such as insurance, financial services, etc.) Diligent and detail-orientated practitioner JD with state bar admission 8+ years of relevant experience, mix of firm and in-house experience preferred In addition to a competitive base salary this position is also eligible for equity awards based on factors such as experience, performance and location. Get to know us Zillow is reimagining real estate to make it easier to unlock life's next chapter. As the most-visited real estate website in the United States, Zillow® and its affiliates offer customers an on-demand experience for selling, buying, renting or financing with transparency and nearly seamless end-to-end service. Millions of people visit Zillow and its affiliate sites every month to start their home search, and now they can rely on Zillow to help them finish it - and no matter what job you're in, you will play a critical role in making this vision a reality. At Zillow, we're powered by our innovative and inclusive work culture, where everyone has the flexibility, support and resources to do the best work of their careers. Our efforts to streamline the real estate transaction is supported by our passion to redefine the employee experience, a deep-rooted culture of innovation, a fundamental commitment to Equity and Belonging, and world-class benefits . But don't just take our word for it. Read our reviews on Glassdoor and recent recognition from multiple organizations, including: Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For® List 2021 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index 2021, Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Corporate Equity Index and HRC's Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality 2021, Fortune Best Workplaces for Technology 2020, Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennials 2020, Fortune Best Workplaces for Parents 2020, and the Deloitte Technology Fast 500. Zillow Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at . Applicants who receive job offers from Zillow Group will be asked to sign a Proprietary Rights Agreement which includes confidentiality, intellectual property assignment, customer and employee non-solicitation, and non-competition provisions. If you are contacted for a role at Zillow Group and wish to review a copy of the Proprietary Rights Agreement prior to receiving an offer, you may request a copy from your Recruiter. See what information we collect about you.
09/25/2021
Full time
About the team We at Zillow Group Legal are a team of skilled legal professionals and fun people who enjoy working in a collaborative environment within a creative, multifaceted tech and media company. About the role Zillow Group's Legal & Compliance team is looking for an experienced product attorney with experience in complex and highly regulated product offerings. This In this role you will be responsible for handling a broad range of legal matters, with a focus on product support, licensing, intellectual property issues, and issues related to changing regulatory obligations. In this position, you will: Provide legal support and guidance to product teams/brands within Zillow Draft and negotiate licensing, marketing, business development and other commercial agreements Provide legal support and guidance to marketing teams, including guidance on online marketing strategies and corresponding data use/protection Assist in protection of Zillow's data and intellectual property rights Provide legal support in connection with privacy, data security and anti-piracy incident response operations Coordinate with in-house and outside counsel to resolve litigation matters Perform legal research and advise product teams on implementation of new laws Advise and mentor new attorneys on product counseling and contract negotiation This role has been categorized as a Remote position. "Remote" employees do not have a permanent corporate office workplace and, instead, work from a physical location of their choice which must be identified to the Company. Employees may live in any of the 50 US States, with limited exceptions. In certain cases, an employee in a remote-designated job may need to live in a specific region or time zone to support customers or clients as part of their role. Who you are Strong organizational skills and the ability to successfully handle opposing, time-sensitive projects Excel at collaborating with across departments and levels to develop consumer-centric, creative, proactive business solutions in a sophisticated legal and regulatory environment Experience managing other attorneys and support staff Excellent communication and analytical skills Experience with licensing, intellectual property and commercial agreements required Experience supporting in-house teams with product development strongly preferred Experience in online platforms providing regulated services (such as insurance, financial services, etc.) Diligent and detail-orientated practitioner JD with state bar admission 8+ years of relevant experience, mix of firm and in-house experience preferred In addition to a competitive base salary this position is also eligible for equity awards based on factors such as experience, performance and location. Get to know us Zillow is reimagining real estate to make it easier to unlock life's next chapter. As the most-visited real estate website in the United States, Zillow® and its affiliates offer customers an on-demand experience for selling, buying, renting or financing with transparency and nearly seamless end-to-end service. Millions of people visit Zillow and its affiliate sites every month to start their home search, and now they can rely on Zillow to help them finish it - and no matter what job you're in, you will play a critical role in making this vision a reality. At Zillow, we're powered by our innovative and inclusive work culture, where everyone has the flexibility, support and resources to do the best work of their careers. Our efforts to streamline the real estate transaction is supported by our passion to redefine the employee experience, a deep-rooted culture of innovation, a fundamental commitment to Equity and Belonging, and world-class benefits . But don't just take our word for it. Read our reviews on Glassdoor and recent recognition from multiple organizations, including: Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For® List 2021 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index 2021, Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Corporate Equity Index and HRC's Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality 2021, Fortune Best Workplaces for Technology 2020, Fortune Best Workplaces for Millennials 2020, Fortune Best Workplaces for Parents 2020, and the Deloitte Technology Fast 500. Zillow Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative environment with the best employees. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact us at . Applicants who receive job offers from Zillow Group will be asked to sign a Proprietary Rights Agreement which includes confidentiality, intellectual property assignment, customer and employee non-solicitation, and non-competition provisions. If you are contacted for a role at Zillow Group and wish to review a copy of the Proprietary Rights Agreement prior to receiving an offer, you may request a copy from your Recruiter. See what information we collect about you.
8901 - Corp Office West Crk - 12800 Tuckahoe Creek Parkway, Richmond, Virginia, 23238CarMax, the way your career should be!Senior Corporate Counsel, Real Estate and Construction Corporate Services Team Home OfficeAbout this jobThe Real Estate and Construction Attorney is a member of the commercial transactions team within the Legal Department. In this role, the Real Estate and Construction Attorney will assist Company Real Estate clients and Construction clients by providing legal support for the Company's real estate development and management activities and construction activities, and will assist with environmental compliance and special projects. What you will do Essential ResponsibilitiesReview, draft and negotiate agreements related to the acquisition of real estate, including, but not limited to, letters of intent, purchase agreements, easements, cross access or shared access agreements and stormwater maintenance agreements.Review, draft and negotiate agreements related to the construction of new locations, the retrofits of existing locations, including, but not limited to, lump sum agreements, design-build agreements, materials testing, and owner-agent agreements.Review and negotiate outside counsel/consultant agreements with local land use attorneys and consultants, including, but not limited to brokers and feasibility consultants.Review and provide advice regarding real estate and construction due diligence matters, including title, survey, environmental, permitting, zoning and entitlements.Manage condemnation process for any impacted Company owned/leased properties.Coordinate and handle property management issues, including landlord and tenant issues, lease amendments, sale-leaseback restructuring, landlord notices, requests for easements or estoppels certificates, SNDAs, etc.Review, draft and negotiate agreements related to the sale of surplus land.Provide support to the environmental team to ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws.Provide litigation support for legal matters involving real estate, construction, and environmental related litigation.Provide support on special projects and company initiatives.Manage special projects on an as-needed basis.Support the development of contract specialists and administrative assistant associates.Purpose of the roleTo perform this job successfully, an individual must have strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate regarding legal matters with supervisors, associates, management, outside counsel, opposing counsel, and regulatory authorities. A candidate should have strong analytical and reasoning skills required in connection with accurately assembling, organizing, and presenting information to the Legal Department management and the business. The role is in a fast-paced work environment requiring a constant assessment and adjustment of priorities and requires an associate who is conscientious, self-motivated, remains calm under pressure, and is readily adaptable to change. A candidate should be able to gain buy-in from others, build and maintain relationships throughout the business and is able to express their opinions.Qualifications and RequirementsLaw degreeMember in good standing with the bar of a U.S. jurisdictionMinimum 5 years of legal experience.About CarMax CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity experience customers want and deserve. This innovative thinkingaround the way cars are bought and soldhas helped us become the nation's largest retailer of used cars, with over 200 locations nationwide.Ouramazing team of more than 25,000 associates work together to deliver iconic customer experiences.Along the way,we help every associate grow their career and achieve their best, at work and in their community. We are recognized for our commitment to training and diversity and areone of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For.CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.
09/24/2021
Full time
8901 - Corp Office West Crk - 12800 Tuckahoe Creek Parkway, Richmond, Virginia, 23238CarMax, the way your career should be!Senior Corporate Counsel, Real Estate and Construction Corporate Services Team Home OfficeAbout this jobThe Real Estate and Construction Attorney is a member of the commercial transactions team within the Legal Department. In this role, the Real Estate and Construction Attorney will assist Company Real Estate clients and Construction clients by providing legal support for the Company's real estate development and management activities and construction activities, and will assist with environmental compliance and special projects. What you will do Essential ResponsibilitiesReview, draft and negotiate agreements related to the acquisition of real estate, including, but not limited to, letters of intent, purchase agreements, easements, cross access or shared access agreements and stormwater maintenance agreements.Review, draft and negotiate agreements related to the construction of new locations, the retrofits of existing locations, including, but not limited to, lump sum agreements, design-build agreements, materials testing, and owner-agent agreements.Review and negotiate outside counsel/consultant agreements with local land use attorneys and consultants, including, but not limited to brokers and feasibility consultants.Review and provide advice regarding real estate and construction due diligence matters, including title, survey, environmental, permitting, zoning and entitlements.Manage condemnation process for any impacted Company owned/leased properties.Coordinate and handle property management issues, including landlord and tenant issues, lease amendments, sale-leaseback restructuring, landlord notices, requests for easements or estoppels certificates, SNDAs, etc.Review, draft and negotiate agreements related to the sale of surplus land.Provide support to the environmental team to ensure compliance with applicable environmental laws.Provide litigation support for legal matters involving real estate, construction, and environmental related litigation.Provide support on special projects and company initiatives.Manage special projects on an as-needed basis.Support the development of contract specialists and administrative assistant associates.Purpose of the roleTo perform this job successfully, an individual must have strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively communicate regarding legal matters with supervisors, associates, management, outside counsel, opposing counsel, and regulatory authorities. A candidate should have strong analytical and reasoning skills required in connection with accurately assembling, organizing, and presenting information to the Legal Department management and the business. The role is in a fast-paced work environment requiring a constant assessment and adjustment of priorities and requires an associate who is conscientious, self-motivated, remains calm under pressure, and is readily adaptable to change. A candidate should be able to gain buy-in from others, build and maintain relationships throughout the business and is able to express their opinions.Qualifications and RequirementsLaw degreeMember in good standing with the bar of a U.S. jurisdictionMinimum 5 years of legal experience.About CarMax CarMax disrupted the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent and high-integrity experience customers want and deserve. This innovative thinkingaround the way cars are bought and soldhas helped us become the nation's largest retailer of used cars, with over 200 locations nationwide.Ouramazing team of more than 25,000 associates work together to deliver iconic customer experiences.Along the way,we help every associate grow their career and achieve their best, at work and in their community. We are recognized for our commitment to training and diversity and areone of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For.CarMax is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Upon an applicant's request, CarMax will consider reasonable accommodation to complete the CarMax Job Application.
Summary: Troutman Pepper has an immediate opening for a Senior Business Development Manager. This position serves as a strategic business development lead for the firm's Litigation department with a focus on the White Collar Litigation & Investigations practice, including our nationally recognized State Attorneys General team. This position can be located in any of the firm's offices. Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Proactive Business Development - focus on developing and implementing strategies to cultivate business with current and prospective clients; includes ideation, consensus building, and execution. Cross-selling - focus on proactive cross-selling of existing and new clients; work with data analytics team to analyze data for cross-selling opportunities; proactively identify opportunities and execute. Client & Industry teams - ongoing, consistent management of assigned client and industry teams. Business Development Plans - work with lawyers to develop individual BD plans and practice plans; practice leadership and practice management team to develop annual business plans; CMO to develop regional marketing plans. BD Coaching - work with lawyers on their personal goals and individual BD plans helping tailor their business development approach to their strengths and personality; ensure engagement and accountability for lawyers including tracking progress and regular follow-up; profile and target ideal prospects, develop personal brand, etc. Lateral Integration - work with Practice Management, OAs, and Recruiting teams to implement lateral integration plans and ensure consistent onboarding of lateral partners including integration of their clients into the firm and cross-selling their clients to our lawyers and vice versa. Data and Research - work with the research and data analytics team to incorporate data and market research into firm growth strategies and opportunities; proactively identify and execute on opportunities identified in analytics. Foundation (Firm Intelligence Platform) - oversee matter assignment to associates for matter profiling for assigned practices; help ensure proper use of the software and participation in the data collection workflows; assist with rollout and introduction with new partners or practices. Events - Develop strategies for events and webinars including targeting and content development (logistics managed by events team); coordinate sponsorships, advertisements and speaking engagements. Work with communications, branding, and digital teams to develop campaigns for firm events through social media and other marketing assets. Rankings & Recognition - work with rankings and recognitions team to develop annual calendar and strategies for practice group directory and awards submissions and coordinate completion of submissions. Pitches and Proposals - develop compelling practice area and industry focused content to reflect recent developments in the space and firm strengths and capabilities; develop high quality, tailored pitch materials and responses to RFPs with meaningful ideas and creativity to shape strategic pursuits. Marketing Collateral - work with branding team to update and develop practice collateral to reflect recent developments and enhanced capabilities. Work with digital team to maintain and update website content as needed. Communications - work with the firm's communications team to effectively promote the successes of the practices, including identifying media, publishing and speaking opportunities that align with the profile-raising objectives of the practices; research potential speaking engagements / webinars. Oversee content tracking, creation, dissemination and analysis of analytics; oversee daily management of Regulatory Insights blog. Marketing Campaigns - identify and develop comprehensive "go-to-market" strategies and campaigns for key initiatives, collaborating with communications, branding, and digital teams as needed. Supervisory Responsibilities: Oversee at least one Business Development team member assigned to litigation specific practices; provide consistent feedback and development for team. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: At least 9 years of business development experience, preferably with a law firm. Strong business development credentials, including business planning, coaching, research, RFPs and pitches, and client development strategies. Proven experience managing and developing teams. Demonstrated knowledge of CRM systems and experience management databases a plus. Proven experience managing multiple direct reports. Sound business judgment. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong project and process management experience. Highly motivated, persuasive, priority-driven, and collaborative. Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and perform well under pressure. Education and/or Experience: College degree required, plus any combination of training, education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
09/22/2021
Full time
Summary: Troutman Pepper has an immediate opening for a Senior Business Development Manager. This position serves as a strategic business development lead for the firm's Litigation department with a focus on the White Collar Litigation & Investigations practice, including our nationally recognized State Attorneys General team. This position can be located in any of the firm's offices. Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Proactive Business Development - focus on developing and implementing strategies to cultivate business with current and prospective clients; includes ideation, consensus building, and execution. Cross-selling - focus on proactive cross-selling of existing and new clients; work with data analytics team to analyze data for cross-selling opportunities; proactively identify opportunities and execute. Client & Industry teams - ongoing, consistent management of assigned client and industry teams. Business Development Plans - work with lawyers to develop individual BD plans and practice plans; practice leadership and practice management team to develop annual business plans; CMO to develop regional marketing plans. BD Coaching - work with lawyers on their personal goals and individual BD plans helping tailor their business development approach to their strengths and personality; ensure engagement and accountability for lawyers including tracking progress and regular follow-up; profile and target ideal prospects, develop personal brand, etc. Lateral Integration - work with Practice Management, OAs, and Recruiting teams to implement lateral integration plans and ensure consistent onboarding of lateral partners including integration of their clients into the firm and cross-selling their clients to our lawyers and vice versa. Data and Research - work with the research and data analytics team to incorporate data and market research into firm growth strategies and opportunities; proactively identify and execute on opportunities identified in analytics. Foundation (Firm Intelligence Platform) - oversee matter assignment to associates for matter profiling for assigned practices; help ensure proper use of the software and participation in the data collection workflows; assist with rollout and introduction with new partners or practices. Events - Develop strategies for events and webinars including targeting and content development (logistics managed by events team); coordinate sponsorships, advertisements and speaking engagements. Work with communications, branding, and digital teams to develop campaigns for firm events through social media and other marketing assets. Rankings & Recognition - work with rankings and recognitions team to develop annual calendar and strategies for practice group directory and awards submissions and coordinate completion of submissions. Pitches and Proposals - develop compelling practice area and industry focused content to reflect recent developments in the space and firm strengths and capabilities; develop high quality, tailored pitch materials and responses to RFPs with meaningful ideas and creativity to shape strategic pursuits. Marketing Collateral - work with branding team to update and develop practice collateral to reflect recent developments and enhanced capabilities. Work with digital team to maintain and update website content as needed. Communications - work with the firm's communications team to effectively promote the successes of the practices, including identifying media, publishing and speaking opportunities that align with the profile-raising objectives of the practices; research potential speaking engagements / webinars. Oversee content tracking, creation, dissemination and analysis of analytics; oversee daily management of Regulatory Insights blog. Marketing Campaigns - identify and develop comprehensive "go-to-market" strategies and campaigns for key initiatives, collaborating with communications, branding, and digital teams as needed. Supervisory Responsibilities: Oversee at least one Business Development team member assigned to litigation specific practices; provide consistent feedback and development for team. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: At least 9 years of business development experience, preferably with a law firm. Strong business development credentials, including business planning, coaching, research, RFPs and pitches, and client development strategies. Proven experience managing and developing teams. Demonstrated knowledge of CRM systems and experience management databases a plus. Proven experience managing multiple direct reports. Sound business judgment. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong project and process management experience. Highly motivated, persuasive, priority-driven, and collaborative. Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and perform well under pressure. Education and/or Experience: College degree required, plus any combination of training, education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Specialty/Competency: IFS - Office of General Counsel (OGC) Industry/Sector: Not Applicable Time Type: Full time Government Clearance Required: No Available for Work Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: Up to 20% A career in Office of General Counsel, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to be a part of the Firm's legal department by providing dedicated legal support in the areas of litigation, counselling, and corporate, commercial, and employment law. You'll play an important part in all aspects of regulatory proceedings involving the Firm and its personnel by supporting on regulatory issues, advising the Firm on matters relating to its operations, supporting the Firm's client contracting function, and advising on matters related to employees. As part of our team, you'll help with researching background information related to legal issues and prepare legal documents. You'll focus on drafting contracts or legal agreements, retaining files of prepared legal documents, and coordinating requests between internal and external counsel. To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future. As a Senior Manager, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to: Encourage everyone to have a voice and invite opinion from all, including quieter members of the team. Deal effectively with ambiguous and unstructured problems and situations. Initiate open and candid coaching conversations at all levels. Move easily between big picture thinking and managing relevant detail. Anticipate stakeholder needs, and develop and discuss potential solutions, even before the stakeholder realises they are required. Contribute technical knowledge in area of specialism. Contribute to an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart. Navigate the complexities of cross-border and/or diverse teams and engagements. Initiate and lead open conversations with teams, clients and stakeholders to build trust. Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct. The Office of General Counsel's Technology Transactions team focuses on crafting, negotiating, and closing the firm's technology-focused agreements - both inbound (procurement of technology) and outbound (client-facing licenses). This role primarily focuses on the inbound acquisition of technology that involves critical data and/or will be included in the firm's client-facing product offerings. Job Requirements and Preferences: Basic Qualifications: Minimum Degree Required: Juris Doctorate Minimum Years of Experience: 4 year(s) with at least 3 years of prior experience advising on commercial agreements involving software and other technology, as part of an IP transactional or technology transactions practice at a law firm or in an in-house environment. Prior professional experience required; the extent, nature and duration of the experience depends upon the role involved. Certification(s) Required: Member of Bar in State in which position is located. Preferred Qualifications: Preferred Knowledge/Skills: Demonstrates intimate knowledge and/or a proven record of success in the following areas: Interacting with internal clients needing to procure technology, internal product developers, internal sales/client-facing teams, firm leadership, external vendors, clients, procurement offices, and lawyers; Having a firm foundational understanding of intellectual property (IP) and IP commercialization, and must be familiar with the entire technology contract lifecycle, from product counseling to post-signature contract compliance; Demonstrating experience with various forms of technology, ideally across various industries and market segments, and understanding the landscape for commercializing technology; Providing, IP, legal, and commercial guidance to product developers and business owners, and negotiating technology agreements of every kind; Possessing experience as a technical professional in technology transactions; Demonstrating effective communications skills; Identifying and analyzing complex issues as well as synthesizing details for a non-lawyer audience, and providing appropriate legal advice, all on a time-sensitive basis; Managing and pivoting among multiple urgent projects; Demonstrating strategic and tactical negotiation skills; Liaising with multiple stakeholders and driving consensus; Delivering unwelcome news in an appropriate and diplomatic manner; Acting as an individual contributor, but also within a broader team in a large enterprise; Being comfortable with ambiguity; and, Being unafraid to challenge the status quo. For positions in Colorado, visit the following link for information related to Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act: . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. PwC is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: For positions based in San Francisco, consideration of qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records will be in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. 163452
09/03/2021
Full time
Specialty/Competency: IFS - Office of General Counsel (OGC) Industry/Sector: Not Applicable Time Type: Full time Government Clearance Required: No Available for Work Sponsorship: No Travel Requirements: Up to 20% A career in Office of General Counsel, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to be a part of the Firm's legal department by providing dedicated legal support in the areas of litigation, counselling, and corporate, commercial, and employment law. You'll play an important part in all aspects of regulatory proceedings involving the Firm and its personnel by supporting on regulatory issues, advising the Firm on matters relating to its operations, supporting the Firm's client contracting function, and advising on matters related to employees. As part of our team, you'll help with researching background information related to legal issues and prepare legal documents. You'll focus on drafting contracts or legal agreements, retaining files of prepared legal documents, and coordinating requests between internal and external counsel. To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future. As a Senior Manager, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to: Encourage everyone to have a voice and invite opinion from all, including quieter members of the team. Deal effectively with ambiguous and unstructured problems and situations. Initiate open and candid coaching conversations at all levels. Move easily between big picture thinking and managing relevant detail. Anticipate stakeholder needs, and develop and discuss potential solutions, even before the stakeholder realises they are required. Contribute technical knowledge in area of specialism. Contribute to an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart. Navigate the complexities of cross-border and/or diverse teams and engagements. Initiate and lead open conversations with teams, clients and stakeholders to build trust. Uphold the firm's code of ethics and business conduct. The Office of General Counsel's Technology Transactions team focuses on crafting, negotiating, and closing the firm's technology-focused agreements - both inbound (procurement of technology) and outbound (client-facing licenses). This role primarily focuses on the inbound acquisition of technology that involves critical data and/or will be included in the firm's client-facing product offerings. Job Requirements and Preferences: Basic Qualifications: Minimum Degree Required: Juris Doctorate Minimum Years of Experience: 4 year(s) with at least 3 years of prior experience advising on commercial agreements involving software and other technology, as part of an IP transactional or technology transactions practice at a law firm or in an in-house environment. Prior professional experience required; the extent, nature and duration of the experience depends upon the role involved. Certification(s) Required: Member of Bar in State in which position is located. Preferred Qualifications: Preferred Knowledge/Skills: Demonstrates intimate knowledge and/or a proven record of success in the following areas: Interacting with internal clients needing to procure technology, internal product developers, internal sales/client-facing teams, firm leadership, external vendors, clients, procurement offices, and lawyers; Having a firm foundational understanding of intellectual property (IP) and IP commercialization, and must be familiar with the entire technology contract lifecycle, from product counseling to post-signature contract compliance; Demonstrating experience with various forms of technology, ideally across various industries and market segments, and understanding the landscape for commercializing technology; Providing, IP, legal, and commercial guidance to product developers and business owners, and negotiating technology agreements of every kind; Possessing experience as a technical professional in technology transactions; Demonstrating effective communications skills; Identifying and analyzing complex issues as well as synthesizing details for a non-lawyer audience, and providing appropriate legal advice, all on a time-sensitive basis; Managing and pivoting among multiple urgent projects; Demonstrating strategic and tactical negotiation skills; Liaising with multiple stakeholders and driving consensus; Delivering unwelcome news in an appropriate and diplomatic manner; Acting as an individual contributor, but also within a broader team in a large enterprise; Being comfortable with ambiguity; and, Being unafraid to challenge the status quo. For positions in Colorado, visit the following link for information related to Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act: . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. PwC is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: For positions based in San Francisco, consideration of qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records will be in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. 163452
The Senior Trust Officer will administer a book of fiduciary accounts (trusts and estates) and develop the administrative staff to better understand the administration of trusts and estates. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Oversee proper management of trust accounts and administration of estates to ensure compliance with all regulatory rules, regulations, laws, and bank policy. Trust administration including review synopsis and administration of the trust in accordance with the governing document; clear and professional correspondence with beneficiaries, attorneys, accountants, and other interested parties; review of required tax filings; oversee and facilitate the termination and distribution of assets upon occurrence of a terminating event. Estate administration including review and synopsis of documents, clear and professional correspondence with beneficiaries, attorneys, accountants, and other interested parties; collection, valuation of estate assets; management of assets; coordination of the preparation and filing of estate and income tax returns, preparation of accounting and distribution of assets. Train and develop junior staff in the field of trust and estate administration. Responsible for Investment management and oversight, including establishment of investment objective and target asset allocation for each account, and periodic assessment to assure each account is managed pursuant to its objectives and is in line with its targets. Responsible for large securities litigation settlement accounts, including preparation of accounting, wires, purchase, and sale of T-Bills. Responsible for the trading of corporate and municipal bonds and equities trades through Investors Views(software). Maintain and monitor list for TIC (Trust Investment Committee) review. Monitor proxy voting through Broadridge(software) and present at TAC (Trust Administrative Committee) meeting. Administer Investment Management, Custody, Corporate Trust, and Escrow.
09/01/2021
Full time
The Senior Trust Officer will administer a book of fiduciary accounts (trusts and estates) and develop the administrative staff to better understand the administration of trusts and estates. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Oversee proper management of trust accounts and administration of estates to ensure compliance with all regulatory rules, regulations, laws, and bank policy. Trust administration including review synopsis and administration of the trust in accordance with the governing document; clear and professional correspondence with beneficiaries, attorneys, accountants, and other interested parties; review of required tax filings; oversee and facilitate the termination and distribution of assets upon occurrence of a terminating event. Estate administration including review and synopsis of documents, clear and professional correspondence with beneficiaries, attorneys, accountants, and other interested parties; collection, valuation of estate assets; management of assets; coordination of the preparation and filing of estate and income tax returns, preparation of accounting and distribution of assets. Train and develop junior staff in the field of trust and estate administration. Responsible for Investment management and oversight, including establishment of investment objective and target asset allocation for each account, and periodic assessment to assure each account is managed pursuant to its objectives and is in line with its targets. Responsible for large securities litigation settlement accounts, including preparation of accounting, wires, purchase, and sale of T-Bills. Responsible for the trading of corporate and municipal bonds and equities trades through Investors Views(software). Maintain and monitor list for TIC (Trust Investment Committee) review. Monitor proxy voting through Broadridge(software) and present at TAC (Trust Administrative Committee) meeting. Administer Investment Management, Custody, Corporate Trust, and Escrow.
About Lumen Lumen is guided by our belief that humanity is at its best when technology advances the way we live and work. With 450,000 route fiber miles serving customers in more than 60 countries, we deliver the fastest, most secure global platform for applications and data to help businesses, government and communities deliver amazing experiences. Learn more about Lumen's network, edge cloud, security and communication and collaboration solutions and our purpose to further human progress through technology at news.lumen.com, LinkedIn: /lumentechnologies, Facebook: /lumentechnologies, and YouTube: /lumentechnologies. The Role The Senior Corporate Counsel reports to an Associate General Counsel - Government Affairs and Public Policy in the company's State Government Affairs organization, serving as Lumen's attorney in matters before various state public utility commissions. This position works closely with Lumen's Government Affairs Directors in multiple states, as well as with policy experts and other regulatory and legislative analysts to support the company's regulatory, legislative, and business objectives. NOTE: Position could be located in Denver, Colorado, Salt Lake City, or possibly a remote location. The Main Responsibilities Represent the company before state public utility commissions in both contested case matters and in rulemaking projects, and as an advocate in other matters; from time to time represent the company before other state administrative agencies and local authorities Act as lead attorney in litigation before state public utility commissions involving complex technical, economic, legal, and policy issues, including (but not limited to) drafting of pleadings, motions, and legal briefs, presenting witnesses and conducting cross examination, and managing litigation-related tasks such as development of discovery requests, production of discovery responses, and development of witness testimony Provide expert legal advice on complex matters regarding telecommunications regulation, including drafting of legal and regulatory analyses and risk assessments Provide ongoing legal support to business units and the internal government affairs team to ensure compliance with both new and existing utility laws and regulations, and proactively monitor regulatory and legal developments that may impact the business of the company Engage with and negotiate with other parties, such as litigants, complainants, business competitors, property owners and managers, other utilities such as railroads, and state and local authorities Draft and edit letters, notices, policy statements, tariff provisions, rulemaking comments, and proposed legislation; may occasionally be required to interpret contracts and other commercial instruments and may draft or edit such documents Work closely with other internal regulatory affairs, legislative affairs, and policy experts to develop proactive strategies for achieving the business objectives of the company What We Look For in a Candidate 6-10 years of relevant legal experience, preferably with experience in state or federal administrative law or litigation related to the regulation and business of telecommunications and information services Excellent writing and oral communication skills Experience drafting relevant documents, particularly legal briefs, rulemaking comments and proposed legislation - including general familiarity with document development via Word and Excel. In-depth knowledge or demonstrated ability to gain knowledge of complex technical and economic concepts related to a network-related industry, preferably involving telecommunications and/or information technology Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills achieving stated objectives while managing varied projects and a sometimes-heavy workload Demonstrated client relationship skills to continuously coordinate with internal business units and other internal legal groups Demonstrated self-starter requiring minimal supervision with the ability to gain required knowledge of new business and legal developments Experience in a technology-oriented business is highly preferred, experience in a telecommunications business is a plus. Must be a team player. Sound legal and business judgment. Juris Doctor from accredited law school. What to Expect Next Requisition #: 246113 EEO Statement We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, "protected statuses"). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training. Disclaimer The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.
03/16/2021
Full time
About Lumen Lumen is guided by our belief that humanity is at its best when technology advances the way we live and work. With 450,000 route fiber miles serving customers in more than 60 countries, we deliver the fastest, most secure global platform for applications and data to help businesses, government and communities deliver amazing experiences. Learn more about Lumen's network, edge cloud, security and communication and collaboration solutions and our purpose to further human progress through technology at news.lumen.com, LinkedIn: /lumentechnologies, Facebook: /lumentechnologies, and YouTube: /lumentechnologies. The Role The Senior Corporate Counsel reports to an Associate General Counsel - Government Affairs and Public Policy in the company's State Government Affairs organization, serving as Lumen's attorney in matters before various state public utility commissions. This position works closely with Lumen's Government Affairs Directors in multiple states, as well as with policy experts and other regulatory and legislative analysts to support the company's regulatory, legislative, and business objectives. NOTE: Position could be located in Denver, Colorado, Salt Lake City, or possibly a remote location. The Main Responsibilities Represent the company before state public utility commissions in both contested case matters and in rulemaking projects, and as an advocate in other matters; from time to time represent the company before other state administrative agencies and local authorities Act as lead attorney in litigation before state public utility commissions involving complex technical, economic, legal, and policy issues, including (but not limited to) drafting of pleadings, motions, and legal briefs, presenting witnesses and conducting cross examination, and managing litigation-related tasks such as development of discovery requests, production of discovery responses, and development of witness testimony Provide expert legal advice on complex matters regarding telecommunications regulation, including drafting of legal and regulatory analyses and risk assessments Provide ongoing legal support to business units and the internal government affairs team to ensure compliance with both new and existing utility laws and regulations, and proactively monitor regulatory and legal developments that may impact the business of the company Engage with and negotiate with other parties, such as litigants, complainants, business competitors, property owners and managers, other utilities such as railroads, and state and local authorities Draft and edit letters, notices, policy statements, tariff provisions, rulemaking comments, and proposed legislation; may occasionally be required to interpret contracts and other commercial instruments and may draft or edit such documents Work closely with other internal regulatory affairs, legislative affairs, and policy experts to develop proactive strategies for achieving the business objectives of the company What We Look For in a Candidate 6-10 years of relevant legal experience, preferably with experience in state or federal administrative law or litigation related to the regulation and business of telecommunications and information services Excellent writing and oral communication skills Experience drafting relevant documents, particularly legal briefs, rulemaking comments and proposed legislation - including general familiarity with document development via Word and Excel. In-depth knowledge or demonstrated ability to gain knowledge of complex technical and economic concepts related to a network-related industry, preferably involving telecommunications and/or information technology Demonstrated leadership and teamwork skills achieving stated objectives while managing varied projects and a sometimes-heavy workload Demonstrated client relationship skills to continuously coordinate with internal business units and other internal legal groups Demonstrated self-starter requiring minimal supervision with the ability to gain required knowledge of new business and legal developments Experience in a technology-oriented business is highly preferred, experience in a telecommunications business is a plus. Must be a team player. Sound legal and business judgment. Juris Doctor from accredited law school. What to Expect Next Requisition #: 246113 EEO Statement We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, "protected statuses"). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training. Disclaimer The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Tarrytown, New York
As part of the R&D Legal Operations Department, this attorney will provide legal support to the Research and Global Development teams supporting Regeneron's robust drug discovery pipeline. The AD, Corporate Counsel will be responsible for providing advice and counsel on a wide range of legal and regulatory issues related to drug discovery and development. The attorney will serve as a proactive, solutions-oriented ethical counselor to internal Regeneron teams. As an Associate Director, Corporate Counsel, a typical day may include: Providing advice and counsel to teams accountable for clinical studies across various therapeutic areas Partnering with our Regulatory, Global Patient Safety and Global Clinical Development teams to ensure compliance with laws and regulations Providing legal support to teams handling GCP non-compliance investigations Serving as a subject matter authority on R&D matters within the Law Department and collaborating with other legal functions (e.g., Business Development and Contracting, Compliance, Litigation and Products/Regulatory Law group) Providing training to client groups on a variety of legal and regulatory issues This role might be for you if you: Possess strong interpersonal skills, including diplomacy and flexibility, with the ability to communicate effectively across the organization with individuals at all levels of seniority Have good judgment with the ability to maintain an objective perspective, particularly when determining the legal risk of clinical matters Can work well independently as well as part of a team and can prioritize multiple matters Can act with resilience and patience while supporting a complex fast-growing clinical business To be considered for this position, you must possess: 5 years of proven experience and a BA/BS and JD with excellent law school credentials. A license to practice law in New York or be eligible for licensure as a registered in-house counsel. Experience with regulations and laws impacting the Research and Development departments within the biopharmaceutical industry. These include ICH GCP, US FDA regulations (21 CFR) relating to clinical trials, GDPR and other privacy laws. Working knowledge and understanding of the Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act, Anti-Kickback statute, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act a plus. Proficiency in drafting and optimizing Clinical Trial Agreements and Informed Consent Forms. An understanding of biopharmaceutical industry trends, legislative initiatives and their impact on Regeneron Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first steps toward living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive and diverse culture that provides amazing benefits including health and wellness programs, fitness centers and stock for employees at all levels! Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process. Please contact us to discuss any accommodations you think you may need. #LI-RE1
03/03/2021
Full time
As part of the R&D Legal Operations Department, this attorney will provide legal support to the Research and Global Development teams supporting Regeneron's robust drug discovery pipeline. The AD, Corporate Counsel will be responsible for providing advice and counsel on a wide range of legal and regulatory issues related to drug discovery and development. The attorney will serve as a proactive, solutions-oriented ethical counselor to internal Regeneron teams. As an Associate Director, Corporate Counsel, a typical day may include: Providing advice and counsel to teams accountable for clinical studies across various therapeutic areas Partnering with our Regulatory, Global Patient Safety and Global Clinical Development teams to ensure compliance with laws and regulations Providing legal support to teams handling GCP non-compliance investigations Serving as a subject matter authority on R&D matters within the Law Department and collaborating with other legal functions (e.g., Business Development and Contracting, Compliance, Litigation and Products/Regulatory Law group) Providing training to client groups on a variety of legal and regulatory issues This role might be for you if you: Possess strong interpersonal skills, including diplomacy and flexibility, with the ability to communicate effectively across the organization with individuals at all levels of seniority Have good judgment with the ability to maintain an objective perspective, particularly when determining the legal risk of clinical matters Can work well independently as well as part of a team and can prioritize multiple matters Can act with resilience and patience while supporting a complex fast-growing clinical business To be considered for this position, you must possess: 5 years of proven experience and a BA/BS and JD with excellent law school credentials. A license to practice law in New York or be eligible for licensure as a registered in-house counsel. Experience with regulations and laws impacting the Research and Development departments within the biopharmaceutical industry. These include ICH GCP, US FDA regulations (21 CFR) relating to clinical trials, GDPR and other privacy laws. Working knowledge and understanding of the Food, Drug & Cosmetic Act, Anti-Kickback statute, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act a plus. Proficiency in drafting and optimizing Clinical Trial Agreements and Informed Consent Forms. An understanding of biopharmaceutical industry trends, legislative initiatives and their impact on Regeneron Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first steps toward living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive and diverse culture that provides amazing benefits including health and wellness programs, fitness centers and stock for employees at all levels! Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process. Please contact us to discuss any accommodations you think you may need. #LI-RE1
National General Insurance
Winston Salem, North Carolina
Primary Purpose: Examine claims data, investigate the facts of loss, determine coverage and liability, and adjusts claims within limit of authority. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time. Establish an investigative plan; initiate investigation by gathering facts and evidence with all interested parties; complete appropriate reports; take recorded statements when necessary, may review loss reserves and adjust or opens hidden exposures as necessary Evaluate and adjust claims within limit of authority and summarize claims in excess of authority and submit to manager for approval Evaluate settlement alternatives by reviewing regulatory compliance and fair claims practices; make decisions on best option Make appropriate contacts to discuss a settlement; extend an offer to appropriate party; document all file activity and payment/settlement information in file notes clearly outlining basis for settlement Determine subrogation or fraud potential and refer to Unit when potential exists or handle to conclusion Identify customer needs and work to meet those needs using appropriate customer service skills Develop an understanding of the functions of other departments, such as Policy Ops and Marketing Trainee Shadow and learn the above stated essential duties and responsibilities Learn to handle most aspects of auto claims Develop a basic understanding of the content of policies written by the company Develop a basic understanding of the insurance industry and the organizational relationships of the company Learn how to determine subrogation or fraud potential and how to handle Develop a basic understanding of systems and technology used within the company Level I Receive claim assignments and verify/investigate coverage and document all appropriate information before Manager is involved with review of claims to ensure they are commensurate with ability May handle more complex files with appropriate supervision to develop skills Develop a working knowledge of systems and technology used within the company Level II Receive claim assignments and verifies/investigates coverage and documents all appropriate information Determine claim approval and or denial up to $7,500 per exposure or $10,000 per file If handling PIP may participate in investigations of medical providers and attend EUOs May work with attorneys in resolving lawsuits Conduct negotiations and settlements within authority level, using independent judgment, or within discretionary levels granted above individual authority level Track and document the quality of service provided by defense counsel and manage litigation and recovery costs May assist in training of Claims Representatives Proficient in using all systems and technology used within the company May be required to make personal appearances on behalf of the company when requested Senior Receive claim assignments and verify/investigate coverage and document all appropriate information with very limited Supervisory involvement May inspect damaged property during an investigation May work with attorneys in resolving serious and complex lawsuits which may mean: conduct negotiations and settlements within authority level, track and document the quality of service provided by defense counsel and manage litigation and recovery costs, and assist manager with research of complex issues and development of defense strategies on litigated files May assist in training and development of other team members or serve as a mentor for others May assist with file reviews and audits Proficient and able to train others in using all systems and technology used within the company May be required to make personal appearances on behalf of the company when requested May also assist manager with preparing reports and completing projects Minimum Skills and Competencies: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Bachelor's Degree or in-lieu of degree equivalent education, training and work-related experience Successfully completes Claim Representative trainee program, or equivalent external training program Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Obtain/Maintain appropriate licensing or educational requirements Demonstrate proficiency in file audits to agreed standard of efficient claims quality High degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion Ability to resolve conflicts and empathize with customers is critical Strong negotiation skills Demonstrate professional oral and written communication skills Organization and time management skills are critical for this position Demonstrate an understanding of insurance law as it relates to claims Trainee Learn to recognize and identify all body parts of a vehicle and/or understanding other potential property damage Develop understanding of claim policies & procedures; refers questions to supervisor Develop ability to handle repair/replace decisions Develop labor judgment skills and learn to complete simple estimates accurately Level I Demonstrate the capability of consistently handling aggregate file exposures of at least $2,500 Has a basic command of the claims policies and procedures; exhibit basic interpretation of policies & procedures in resolving claims, but may still need some assistance from supervisor Demonstrate the ability to interpret and apply written coverage accurately to establish claim and determine an action plan, and often requires assistance on more complex files Can handle most types of comprehensive losses (theft, fire, and vandalism), accurately identify total losses Level II Demonstrate the capability of consistently handling aggregate file exposures of at least $2,500 Has a solid command of the claims policies and procedures; exhibit basic interpretation of policies & procedures in resolving claims, but may still need some assistance from supervisor Demonstrate a solid understanding of the repair and replacement of property damages, to include mechanical components of a vehicle, homeowner damages and other potential exposures Senior Demonstrate the capability of consistently handling aggregate file exposures of at least $15,000 Has thorough knowledge of claims policies and procedures in resolving claims and/or providing technical direction to claims representatives Often a source of direction for others on claim policies and procedures Demonstrate the ability to interpret and apply written coverage accurately to establish claim and determine action plan, and rarely requires assistance on complex claims Demonstrate thorough understanding of the repair and replacement of property damages, to include mechanical components of a vehicle, and other potential exposures Demonstrate the ability to find answers to more complex issues with insurance law and may be a source of direction / assistance for other representatives Demonstrates effective leadership and mentoring skills Desired Skills: Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the NGIC Insurance brand and ability to exhibit the behaviors Demonstrate an understanding of the functions of other departments, such as Policy Ops and Marketing Proficient in systems and technology used within the company (i.e. XactContents) #LI-MG1
01/29/2021
Full time
Primary Purpose: Examine claims data, investigate the facts of loss, determine coverage and liability, and adjusts claims within limit of authority. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time. Establish an investigative plan; initiate investigation by gathering facts and evidence with all interested parties; complete appropriate reports; take recorded statements when necessary, may review loss reserves and adjust or opens hidden exposures as necessary Evaluate and adjust claims within limit of authority and summarize claims in excess of authority and submit to manager for approval Evaluate settlement alternatives by reviewing regulatory compliance and fair claims practices; make decisions on best option Make appropriate contacts to discuss a settlement; extend an offer to appropriate party; document all file activity and payment/settlement information in file notes clearly outlining basis for settlement Determine subrogation or fraud potential and refer to Unit when potential exists or handle to conclusion Identify customer needs and work to meet those needs using appropriate customer service skills Develop an understanding of the functions of other departments, such as Policy Ops and Marketing Trainee Shadow and learn the above stated essential duties and responsibilities Learn to handle most aspects of auto claims Develop a basic understanding of the content of policies written by the company Develop a basic understanding of the insurance industry and the organizational relationships of the company Learn how to determine subrogation or fraud potential and how to handle Develop a basic understanding of systems and technology used within the company Level I Receive claim assignments and verify/investigate coverage and document all appropriate information before Manager is involved with review of claims to ensure they are commensurate with ability May handle more complex files with appropriate supervision to develop skills Develop a working knowledge of systems and technology used within the company Level II Receive claim assignments and verifies/investigates coverage and documents all appropriate information Determine claim approval and or denial up to $7,500 per exposure or $10,000 per file If handling PIP may participate in investigations of medical providers and attend EUOs May work with attorneys in resolving lawsuits Conduct negotiations and settlements within authority level, using independent judgment, or within discretionary levels granted above individual authority level Track and document the quality of service provided by defense counsel and manage litigation and recovery costs May assist in training of Claims Representatives Proficient in using all systems and technology used within the company May be required to make personal appearances on behalf of the company when requested Senior Receive claim assignments and verify/investigate coverage and document all appropriate information with very limited Supervisory involvement May inspect damaged property during an investigation May work with attorneys in resolving serious and complex lawsuits which may mean: conduct negotiations and settlements within authority level, track and document the quality of service provided by defense counsel and manage litigation and recovery costs, and assist manager with research of complex issues and development of defense strategies on litigated files May assist in training and development of other team members or serve as a mentor for others May assist with file reviews and audits Proficient and able to train others in using all systems and technology used within the company May be required to make personal appearances on behalf of the company when requested May also assist manager with preparing reports and completing projects Minimum Skills and Competencies: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Bachelor's Degree or in-lieu of degree equivalent education, training and work-related experience Successfully completes Claim Representative trainee program, or equivalent external training program Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Obtain/Maintain appropriate licensing or educational requirements Demonstrate proficiency in file audits to agreed standard of efficient claims quality High degree of initiative, mature judgment, and discretion Ability to resolve conflicts and empathize with customers is critical Strong negotiation skills Demonstrate professional oral and written communication skills Organization and time management skills are critical for this position Demonstrate an understanding of insurance law as it relates to claims Trainee Learn to recognize and identify all body parts of a vehicle and/or understanding other potential property damage Develop understanding of claim policies & procedures; refers questions to supervisor Develop ability to handle repair/replace decisions Develop labor judgment skills and learn to complete simple estimates accurately Level I Demonstrate the capability of consistently handling aggregate file exposures of at least $2,500 Has a basic command of the claims policies and procedures; exhibit basic interpretation of policies & procedures in resolving claims, but may still need some assistance from supervisor Demonstrate the ability to interpret and apply written coverage accurately to establish claim and determine an action plan, and often requires assistance on more complex files Can handle most types of comprehensive losses (theft, fire, and vandalism), accurately identify total losses Level II Demonstrate the capability of consistently handling aggregate file exposures of at least $2,500 Has a solid command of the claims policies and procedures; exhibit basic interpretation of policies & procedures in resolving claims, but may still need some assistance from supervisor Demonstrate a solid understanding of the repair and replacement of property damages, to include mechanical components of a vehicle, homeowner damages and other potential exposures Senior Demonstrate the capability of consistently handling aggregate file exposures of at least $15,000 Has thorough knowledge of claims policies and procedures in resolving claims and/or providing technical direction to claims representatives Often a source of direction for others on claim policies and procedures Demonstrate the ability to interpret and apply written coverage accurately to establish claim and determine action plan, and rarely requires assistance on complex claims Demonstrate thorough understanding of the repair and replacement of property damages, to include mechanical components of a vehicle, and other potential exposures Demonstrate the ability to find answers to more complex issues with insurance law and may be a source of direction / assistance for other representatives Demonstrates effective leadership and mentoring skills Desired Skills: Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the NGIC Insurance brand and ability to exhibit the behaviors Demonstrate an understanding of the functions of other departments, such as Policy Ops and Marketing Proficient in systems and technology used within the company (i.e. XactContents) #LI-MG1
In-House Legal Counsel DFW, TX Growing team is searching for a Senior Counsel who will serve as the attorney for multiple business segments working in the renewables and construction industry. Serving as the senior legal advisor and a business partner, the ideal candidate will be a hands-on lawyer and strategic thinker who thrives in an energetic fast-paced environment. Responsibilities Work closely with executive leadership, HR and sales as strategic legal partner to ensure success of the business. Extensive review and negotiation of commercial contracts, preferably in the renewables, energy and/or construction industries. Drafting contracts, projects, proposals, and other legal documentation that align with success of business. Provide litigation advice and when necessary move to arbitration, litigation phases. Review and revise commercial agreements, terms of sale, licensing agreements, procurement, vendor/supply, and additional pertinent documents. Ensure adherence. Provide legal advice regarding company intellectual property, data protection, regulatory compliance, and other filings, oversee outside counsel when necessary. Work closely across business functions including Human Resources, Sales, Development, Finance to provide best support. Track, audit legal expenses. Assist in implementation and support of corporate policies. Other job duties and projects as assigned. Experience JD from an ABA accredited law school, active license to practice law in Texas. 7+ experience at a law firm and/or in-house; in-house experience with energy, construction, mid-large size company. Extensive experience in litigation. Strong negotiating, drafting skills for a wide range of commercial contracts. Pro-active, organized and ability to effectively balance competing demands in fast-paced environment. Ability to make decisions with success of entire business in mind while maintaining positive communication at every level. Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search, managed services, and strategic staffing solutions for companies around the world, in the areas of accounting, finance, technology, healthcare, operations and more. As a premier talent solutions firm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies find talent to grow their business. Please let us know if we can help you with this, or another role, for your next step in your career! Job Requirements: In-House Legal Counsel DFW, TX Growing team is searching for a Senior Counsel who will serve as the attorney for multiple business segments working in the renewables and construction industry. Serving as the senior legal advisor and a business partner, the ideal candidate will be a hands-on lawyer and strategic thinker who thrives in an energetic fast-paced environment. Responsibilities •Work closely with executive leadership, HR and sales as strategic legal partner to ensure success of the business. •Extensive review and negotiation of commercial contracts, preferably in the renewables, energy and/or construction industries. •Drafting contracts, projects, proposals, and other legal documentation that align with success of business. •Provide litigation advice and when necessary move to arbitration, litigation phases. •Review and revise commercial agreements, terms of sale, licensing agreements, procurement, vendor/supply, and additional pertinent documents. Ensure adherence. •Provide legal advice regarding company intellectual property, data protection, regulatory compliance, and other filings, oversee outside counsel when necessary. •Work closely across business functions including Human Resources, Sales, Development, Finance to provide best support. •Track, audit legal expenses. •Assist in implementation and support of corporate policies. •Other job duties and projects as assigned. Experience •JD from an ABA accredited law school, active license to practice law in Texas. •7+ experience at a law firm and/or in-house; in-house experience with energy, construction, mid-large size company. •Extensive experience in litigation. •Strong negotiating, drafting skills for a wide range of commercial contracts. •Pro-active, organized and ability to effectively balance competing demands in fast-paced environment. •Ability to make decisions with success of entire business in mind while maintaining positive communication at every level. Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search, managed services, and strategic staffing solutions for companies around the world, in the areas of accounting, finance, technology, healthcare, operations and more. As a premier talent solutions firm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies find talent to grow their business. Please let us know if we can help you with this, or another role, for your next step in your career!
01/23/2021
Full time
In-House Legal Counsel DFW, TX Growing team is searching for a Senior Counsel who will serve as the attorney for multiple business segments working in the renewables and construction industry. Serving as the senior legal advisor and a business partner, the ideal candidate will be a hands-on lawyer and strategic thinker who thrives in an energetic fast-paced environment. Responsibilities Work closely with executive leadership, HR and sales as strategic legal partner to ensure success of the business. Extensive review and negotiation of commercial contracts, preferably in the renewables, energy and/or construction industries. Drafting contracts, projects, proposals, and other legal documentation that align with success of business. Provide litigation advice and when necessary move to arbitration, litigation phases. Review and revise commercial agreements, terms of sale, licensing agreements, procurement, vendor/supply, and additional pertinent documents. Ensure adherence. Provide legal advice regarding company intellectual property, data protection, regulatory compliance, and other filings, oversee outside counsel when necessary. Work closely across business functions including Human Resources, Sales, Development, Finance to provide best support. Track, audit legal expenses. Assist in implementation and support of corporate policies. Other job duties and projects as assigned. Experience JD from an ABA accredited law school, active license to practice law in Texas. 7+ experience at a law firm and/or in-house; in-house experience with energy, construction, mid-large size company. Extensive experience in litigation. Strong negotiating, drafting skills for a wide range of commercial contracts. Pro-active, organized and ability to effectively balance competing demands in fast-paced environment. Ability to make decisions with success of entire business in mind while maintaining positive communication at every level. Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search, managed services, and strategic staffing solutions for companies around the world, in the areas of accounting, finance, technology, healthcare, operations and more. As a premier talent solutions firm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies find talent to grow their business. Please let us know if we can help you with this, or another role, for your next step in your career! Job Requirements: In-House Legal Counsel DFW, TX Growing team is searching for a Senior Counsel who will serve as the attorney for multiple business segments working in the renewables and construction industry. Serving as the senior legal advisor and a business partner, the ideal candidate will be a hands-on lawyer and strategic thinker who thrives in an energetic fast-paced environment. Responsibilities •Work closely with executive leadership, HR and sales as strategic legal partner to ensure success of the business. •Extensive review and negotiation of commercial contracts, preferably in the renewables, energy and/or construction industries. •Drafting contracts, projects, proposals, and other legal documentation that align with success of business. •Provide litigation advice and when necessary move to arbitration, litigation phases. •Review and revise commercial agreements, terms of sale, licensing agreements, procurement, vendor/supply, and additional pertinent documents. Ensure adherence. •Provide legal advice regarding company intellectual property, data protection, regulatory compliance, and other filings, oversee outside counsel when necessary. •Work closely across business functions including Human Resources, Sales, Development, Finance to provide best support. •Track, audit legal expenses. •Assist in implementation and support of corporate policies. •Other job duties and projects as assigned. Experience •JD from an ABA accredited law school, active license to practice law in Texas. •7+ experience at a law firm and/or in-house; in-house experience with energy, construction, mid-large size company. •Extensive experience in litigation. •Strong negotiating, drafting skills for a wide range of commercial contracts. •Pro-active, organized and ability to effectively balance competing demands in fast-paced environment. •Ability to make decisions with success of entire business in mind while maintaining positive communication at every level. Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search, managed services, and strategic staffing solutions for companies around the world, in the areas of accounting, finance, technology, healthcare, operations and more. As a premier talent solutions firm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies find talent to grow their business. Please let us know if we can help you with this, or another role, for your next step in your career!
Summary: The Assistant General Counsel assists the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel in representing the legal interests of Safe Horizon, including contractual, real estate, policy, litigation, regulatory, employment, not-for-profit governance, and tax-related matters. Responsibilities: Safe Horizon is seeking an experienced attorney who will report directly to the General Counsel, with some dotted-line reporting to the Deputy General Counsel, and will assist with the overall management of the general legal affairs of the organization. This position is a full-time position. Advise General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, senior management and others within the organization on nonprofit corporate, tax, compliance, intellectual property, governance, benefits, litigation, and employment law issues; Draft, review, revise, and negotiate a variety of contracts, such as agreements with government funders and other third parties, vendor and consultant agreements, and agreements relating to ownership of intellectual property, corporate sponsorships, special events, licensing, real estate and leases, among other things, and advise senior management on related issues; Assist General Counsel with ensuring organizational compliance with contracts and applicable law and regulation, such as lobbying, regulatory and public policy matters and laws relating to charitable solicitations in New York State and nationally; Advise on risk management practice, liability, and insurance matters; Monitor and advise the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, and others on legislative developments related to nonprofit organizations, including human resources and benefits-related legislation; Analyzing statutes, regulations and procedures; Supervising responses to requests for information and subpoenas; Assist with supervision of interns, volunteers and fellows; Communicating independently with outside counsel and representatives of outside agencies; Monitoring and managing litigation; Developing and delivering trainings and workshops for staff and external partners; Job Requirements: Qualifications: Required: Admitted to practice law in New York State Applicant will ideally have corporate and nonprofit law experience. Applicant shall also have demonstrated interest to public interest law Excellent analytical, drafting, negotiation, research and oral and written communication skills Ability to provide sound legal advice, develop creative solutions, and exercise sound business judgment Track record of demonstrating professional judgment and discretion in being of service to multiple teams and senior managers in a diverse and multi-faceted organization Exceptional initiative and proven ability to work efficiently and effectively in a collegial and fast-paced environment Ability and willingness to handle multiple assignments, meet deadlines and pay strong attention to detail Flexibility and willingness to work as part of a team as well as independently Ability and willingness to perform tasks with creativity and a sense of humor A commitment to Safe Horizon's mission and values Desired: · At least two years of experience practicing law in law firm, in-house or public interest environment · Transactional, Litigation, Intellectual Property or Real Estate experience Education : A law degree from an accredited institution During the time of the current pandemic, this position may include remote work. The position requires the employee to arrange for their own access to WiFi. If hired, I agree to abide by all of Safe Horizon's rules and regulations, and understand that, if employed, my employment may be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at the option of either the company or me. I further understand that no representation, whether oral or written by any representative or agent of the organization, at any time, constitutes a contract of employment AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply Please follow this link to view complete EEO Law and complaint filing information:
01/23/2021
Full time
Summary: The Assistant General Counsel assists the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel in representing the legal interests of Safe Horizon, including contractual, real estate, policy, litigation, regulatory, employment, not-for-profit governance, and tax-related matters. Responsibilities: Safe Horizon is seeking an experienced attorney who will report directly to the General Counsel, with some dotted-line reporting to the Deputy General Counsel, and will assist with the overall management of the general legal affairs of the organization. This position is a full-time position. Advise General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, senior management and others within the organization on nonprofit corporate, tax, compliance, intellectual property, governance, benefits, litigation, and employment law issues; Draft, review, revise, and negotiate a variety of contracts, such as agreements with government funders and other third parties, vendor and consultant agreements, and agreements relating to ownership of intellectual property, corporate sponsorships, special events, licensing, real estate and leases, among other things, and advise senior management on related issues; Assist General Counsel with ensuring organizational compliance with contracts and applicable law and regulation, such as lobbying, regulatory and public policy matters and laws relating to charitable solicitations in New York State and nationally; Advise on risk management practice, liability, and insurance matters; Monitor and advise the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, and others on legislative developments related to nonprofit organizations, including human resources and benefits-related legislation; Analyzing statutes, regulations and procedures; Supervising responses to requests for information and subpoenas; Assist with supervision of interns, volunteers and fellows; Communicating independently with outside counsel and representatives of outside agencies; Monitoring and managing litigation; Developing and delivering trainings and workshops for staff and external partners; Job Requirements: Qualifications: Required: Admitted to practice law in New York State Applicant will ideally have corporate and nonprofit law experience. Applicant shall also have demonstrated interest to public interest law Excellent analytical, drafting, negotiation, research and oral and written communication skills Ability to provide sound legal advice, develop creative solutions, and exercise sound business judgment Track record of demonstrating professional judgment and discretion in being of service to multiple teams and senior managers in a diverse and multi-faceted organization Exceptional initiative and proven ability to work efficiently and effectively in a collegial and fast-paced environment Ability and willingness to handle multiple assignments, meet deadlines and pay strong attention to detail Flexibility and willingness to work as part of a team as well as independently Ability and willingness to perform tasks with creativity and a sense of humor A commitment to Safe Horizon's mission and values Desired: · At least two years of experience practicing law in law firm, in-house or public interest environment · Transactional, Litigation, Intellectual Property or Real Estate experience Education : A law degree from an accredited institution During the time of the current pandemic, this position may include remote work. The position requires the employee to arrange for their own access to WiFi. If hired, I agree to abide by all of Safe Horizon's rules and regulations, and understand that, if employed, my employment may be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at the option of either the company or me. I further understand that no representation, whether oral or written by any representative or agent of the organization, at any time, constitutes a contract of employment AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply Please follow this link to view complete EEO Law and complaint filing information: