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Strategic Education, Inc

Assistant General Counsel, Consumer Protection & External Affairs

RemoteUnited States only
Published
Experience
Mid
Employment
Full-time
$84.9k–$127.4k/yr
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In-house legal counsel with 3+ years practicing law, JD from an ABA-accredited law school, and bar admission in VA, MN, MD, or DC or eligibility for Virginia Corporate Counsel admission. Needs regulatory compliance, consumer protection, litigation/admin proceedings, contracts, and higher education exposure preferred. US role, remote or hybrid near Minneapolis, MN or Herndon, VA, with travel required.

Required skills

Microsoft OfficeWordExcelPowerPointOutlook

What you'll do

  • Assist with federal regulatory matters related to two accredited institutions of higher education.
  • Assist with litigation and administrative proceedings to which the company is a party.
  • Provide legal analysis and advice to administrators on policy matters, especially regulatory compliance and consumer protection issues.
  • Investigate legal issues and recommend action to administrators.
  • Negotiate and draft contracts: draft legal documents and policies.
  • Research federal and state legal questions.
  • Assist with general corporate matters.
  • Review university programs, procedures, and policies for legal compliance.
  • Provide legal and compliance training to in-house clients.

What they require

  • Excellent analytical, oral, and written communications skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Strong computer/word processing skills, including knowledge of standard Microsoft Office products such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Ability and willingness to apply independent judgment in a dynamic environment.
  • At least three years of experience in the practice of law.
  • Preferred: Higher education experience.
  • Bachelor’s degree and JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
  • Bar admission in one or more of the following jurisdictions: Virginia, Minnesota, Maryland, or Washington, DC.
  • Attorneys admitted to states other than Virginia, Minnesota, Maryland or Washington, DC may apply for Corporate Counsel admission in Virginia.
  • Must be able to travel 10% of the time.
  • Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
  • Typical office setting.
  • Mobility within the office including movement from floor to floor.
  • Travel via plane, car, and metro may be required to perform this job.
  • Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant.
  • Access information using a computer.
  • Effectively communicate, both up and down the management chain.
  • Effectively cope with stressful situations.
  • Strong mental acuity.
  • Regular, dependable attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this job.
  • Other essential functions and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per week.
  • Medical plans.
  • Dental plans.
  • Vision plans.
  • Life plans.
  • Disability plans.
  • Well-being incentives.
  • Parental leave.
  • Paid time off.
  • Certain paid holidays.
  • Tax saving accounts (FSA, HSA).
  • 401(k) retirement benefit.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
  • Tuition assistance.
  • Entertainment and retail discounts.
  • Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay, if applicable.
  • Competitive salary.

SEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where individuals can grow their careers and contribute fully. We strive to attract talent with broad experiences, skills and perspectives. We welcome applications from all.

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$84.9k–$127.4k/yr