What are the responsibilities and job description for the In-House Counsel position at Southern Careers Institute?

Southern Careers Institute is seeking an energetic Corporate Legal Advisor to join their team. The Corporate Legal Advisor is responsible for researching, reviewing and providing counsel on state and federal regulations related to the operation of institutions of higher education. Interprets regulations and provides a business sensitive, value added approach to the delivery of high-quality work product and adequate legal controls on a timely basis.

This is a Hybrid position, with two days working at the office and 3 days working remote.

Advises Leadership on new laws, existing laws and legal rights that would impact functionality of the business;
Provides legal services concerning procurement and contracting laws, rules, policies, and procedures;
Negotiates contracts. Drafts, reviews, and edits agreements, terms and conditions, forms, and other procurement and contracting documents;
Reviews federal and state requirements, researches protocols, and other government, local, and Institute mandates to ensure that the Institute and its employees are in compliance with these regulations;
Ensures that organization’s objectives are aligned to regulatory guidelines that yield the highest standards of student achievement and instructional excellence;
Updates procedures and policies to ensure fulfillment of current and new regulatory obligations;
Avoids legal challenges by understanding current and proposed legislation; enforcing regulations; recommending new procedures; complying with legal requirements;
Provides general advice and assistance on other matters assigned;
With outside counsel, represents the company as assigned in litigation matters; researches and analyzes legal issues and prepares legal memoranda, pleadings, briefs, notices, motions, and orders; and gathers and reviews evidence, prepares discovery responses and affidavits, and otherwise assists in the defense or prosecution of litigation;
Other duties as assigned

Education and / or Experience :

Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school and at least three years of related work experience;

Must have superior research and communication skills;

Experience with higher education / professional accreditation and project management;

Ability to perform job duties independently and under sometimes strict time deadlines;

An operational mindset with a high level of personal accountability, and the flexibility to function in a fast-paced business environment.

Benefits

Training & Development

Fun & Energetic, Family-Based Environment

Continuous Growth Opportunities

Medical, Dental, & Vision Options

Health Savings & Flexible Spending Options (HSA & FSA)

Basic Life & Accident Insurance

Short & Long-term Disability

401K Retirement Plan

SCI is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

About Southern Careers Institute

SCI has been changing lives for over 60 years, now and we’re just getting started. We offer certification-based training with programs in Medical, Business, Cosmetology, Skilled-Trades and Technology with campuses spanning across central and south Texas as well as online. Our students can graduate most of our programs in under one year and with real-world experience under their belt.

Apply for this job

Receive alerts for other In-House Counsel job openings

In-House Counsel

What are the responsibilities and job description for the In-House Counsel position at Southern Careers Institute?

What is the career path for a In-House Counsel?

Job openings at Southern Careers Institute

Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other In-House Counsel jobs in the TX area that may be a better fit.

We don't have any other In-House Counsel jobs in the TX area right now.

AI Assistant is available now!