Assistant General Counsel, Contracts

Quinnipiac University • Hamden, CT • 1w ago

Overview:

Quinnipiac University is seeking an experienced legal professional to join its Office of the General Counsel as Assistant General Counsel, with a focus on contracts. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, this role provides legal advice across a wide range of matters, with primary responsibility for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts that support the University's academic and operational functions.

The Assistant General Counsel will serve as a key partner to departments managing student placements, vendor relationships, and employment-related agreements. The ideal candidate will bring strong attention to detail, excellent client service skills, and the ability to manage a high volume of transactional work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

This position is an in-person on-ground position with the flexibility to be hybrid.

About Quinnipiac: Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,000 students in more than 130 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing, and Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and the College of Arts and Sciences. Our 21 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting multiple conference titles. This includes a 2023 NCAA National Championship win in ice hockey, a three-time defending national champion women's rugby team, and a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women's basketball team. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review's "The Best 388 Colleges." The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, attraction of diverse communities, development of innovative corporate partnerships, and construction of an ambitious set of capital projects. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X.

Responsibilities:

Review, revise, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts, including educational affiliation agreements (supporting clinical placements and internships), service and purchase agreements, employment-related contracts, and sponsorship agreements.

Provide timely and effective counsel to University officials regarding contract terms, risks, and compliance considerations.

Advise on and assist in the structuring of transactions, drafting, and negotiating necessary agreements, and performing due diligence activities.

Work collaboratively with campus partners on strategic initiatives to advance the mission of the University and the objectives of leadership.

Identify and mitigate risks, protect relationships with key partners, and negotiate and resolve issues relating to contract performance, breach of contract issues, and other business disputes.

Counsel University departments on day-to-day operations and assist in managing risk by providing practical legal solutions to complex issues.

Conduct legal research to support contract development and institutional legal needs.

Build strong working relationships across departments to support legal services and foster institutional collaboration.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor's degree

Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school

Qualifications:

Member in good standing of the State Bar of Connecticut or member in good standing of another state bar and able to gain admission to Connecticut within 6 months of employment

Minimum 3 years of previous experience as a licensed attorney working in a law firm, judicial clerkship, or in-house legal department

Strong transactional background, which includes experience with commercial agreements, intellectual property, and drafting and negotiating contracts, affiliation agreements, MOUs, NDAs, and other documents related to a variety of commercial, financial, and operational matters

Legal experience working in higher education, non-profit, and/or government law

Knowledge of applicable federal and Connecticut laws and regulations impacting grants and contracts.

Demonstrated strategic thinking and problem-solving ability, with a pragmatic approach to complex legal and institutional issues

Ability to work independently on routine contractual matters, to recognize issues of institutional importance, and to keep the General Counsel appropriately informed

Analytical and legal research skills

Responsive and adaptable in assessing institutional challenges and recommending legally sound, practical solutions.

Exceptional judgment and integrity with ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion

Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively across all levels of the organization

Proven ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from varied backgrounds.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, a cover letter detailing how your experience aligns with the position requirements, demonstrated commitment to intentional leadership that values individuals of all backgrounds and experiences, and contact information for three references.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.

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