Attorney in Atlanta, GA

Academic

Atlanta, GA

Attorney in Atlanta, GA

Attorney

5-7 yrs required

No

of trust.
This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time
Salary Information

The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $150,000. Actual salary will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and current salary of the successful candidate, and will be based on the budget of the hiring unit.

Job Title: Director Affiliated Organizations (Hybrid)
Salary Range: $100,000 - $150,000
Experience: 5-7 years of related experience
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Employment Type: Full-Time
Department: Office of the General Counsel, Reputed Firm
Job ID: 281178

About Georgia Tech

- Top-ranked public research university in Atlanta, Georgia
- Strong commitment to building an outstanding and diverse community
- Values include academic excellence, diversity, innovation, collaboration, and ethical behavior
- Policies to promote work-life balance and support dual-career households
- Faculty attracted over billion in research awards last year
- Offers undergraduate, graduate, and executive programs in various fields

Mission and Values

- Mission is to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition
- Nine key values include prioritizing students, striving for excellence, celebrating diversity, and acting ethically
- Goal to become an example of inclusive innovation and address global challenges

Job Summary

- Responsible for providing governance and oversight for affiliated organizations
- Coordinate with other affiliates, the Institute, and the University System of Georgia
- Manage board meetings and escalate concerns to Institute leadership
- Set employee goals, assess performance, and make pay recommendations
- Interact with affiliated organizations, senior leadership, and external stakeholders

Responsibilities

- Provide legal and compliance advice to stakeholders
- Review and identify changes to laws and regulations affecting the Institute
- Analyze and summarize legal documents and agreements
- Collaborate with the Office of the General Counsel on projects
- Conduct legal research and draft documents
- Perform due diligence and other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

- Juris Doctorate or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Active member in good standing of a US State bar

Preferred Qualifications

- 5-7 years of related experience
- Strong professionalism, communication, adaptability, team building, and problem-solving skills

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

- Strong legal research and writing skills
- General knowledge of Georgia law and employment/labor law
- Creativity, patience, and willingness to learn new areas of law
- Ability to work independently and with a diverse population
- Cultivate an inclusive and welcoming environment

USG Core Values

- Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect
- All members responsible for upholding these values
- Supports Freedom of Expression

Equal Employment Opportunity

- Georgia Tech is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
- Prohibits discrimination based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and more
- Complies with all applicable laws and regulations
- Prohibits citizenship status and national origin discrimination

Other Information

- Supervisory position
- No financial responsibilities
- No driving required
- Not a position of trust
- No purchasing card required
- May require travel up to 24% of the time

Salary Information

- Salary range of $100,000 - $150,000
- Actual salary based on experience, qualifications, and budget of hiring unit
- Reputed Firm: Office of the General Counsel