Senior Counsel

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Senior Counsel
Duties: Under the direction of the Chief Campus Counsel. Provides high level and recognized expertise to leadership and other campus constituents, collaborates on system-wide initiatives with other lawyers in the Office of the President and at other campuses. Interprets complex facts and law in areas of high ambiguity. Advises and supports contract officers in negotiations, due diligence and drafting of definitive agreements, and monitors outside counsel in connection with more complex transactions. Provides legal advice to risk managers, human resources and compliance officers. Assures compliance in supported affiliations with applicable law and regulation including federal and state fraud and abuse laws, antitrust laws, and laws governing tax-exempt organizations and bonds. Manages internal legal investigations and provides legal support to independent/non-privileged internal compliance and misconduct proceedings. Establishes effective relationships with key internal and external constituencies. Recognizes strategic needs of organization and proactively builds relationships with appropriate stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes. Serves as a trusted strategic partner with University business units, providing practical advice and alternative solutions to business issues. Maintains effective working relationships with UCR clients, campus colleagues, and Office of General Counsel and other key external stakeholders. Advises and renders opinions to senior leaders with respect to the legal implications of establishing or changing policy. Works with colleagues at the Office of the President or campus/medical center locations to develop and modify practices and procedures to conform with changing legal requirements. Keeps informed on changing legislation and case law developments affecting overall operations of the University as they relate to the area of specialty. Reports information to management as appropriate. Provides advice and counsel on highly complex legal matters in specialty area of law. Directly negotiates matters on behalf of The Regents. May act as a liaison with outside counsel, and/or represent the University in complex litigation. Typically manages outside counsel budget for area of specialty. Develops objectives and ensures service according to established priorities. Delegates work effectively to maximize efficiencies. Prepares cost/benefit proposals concerning areas of work to perform in-house, versus payment for an outside firm. Ensures accurate record keeping in compliance with OGC data quality protocols. Complies with delegations of authority for committing University funds. Provides clear expectations and mentors legal support staff to establish strong commitment to teamwork and to meet expected levels of productivity and accuracy. Manages employee relations issues with the assistance of the supervisor or OGC Human Resources. Practices OGC’s established Values for Principles of Community: collaborative, supportive, respectful of differences, and committed to fairness and diversity in all interactions, both within and outside the team. Supports OGC’s commitment to diversity efforts - ensures equal opportunity in recruitment process by ensuring diverse representation on search committees and outreach efforts. Promotes equity in advancements and encourages participation in career advising or mentoring programs. Reports out on trends and recommends preventative measures. Prepare legal memorandum and opinions. Provide legal services to clients and colleagues, such as legal briefings, educational presentations and so forth. Manage outside counsel as delegated.

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