Vice President of Legal Affairs & General Counsel

Vice President of Legal Affairs & General Counsel About the Company Prominent arts & media higher education institution Industry Higher Education Type Educational Institution Founded 1890 Employees 1001-5000 Categories Colleges & Universities Colleges and Departments Education Specialties business and management communication and writing media and digital arts music and sound performing arts visual arts film television dance comedy gaming and audio About the Role The Company is seeking a Vice President of Legal Affairs and General Counsel to serve as its chief legal officer and principal advisor on all legal, compliance, risk management, and policy matters. The successful candidate will be a strategic leader, ensuring that the institution's actions and initiatives uphold the highest standards of ethics, integrity, and accountability. This role is pivotal in supporting the company's mission and will involve guiding the organization through complex legal and regulatory environments, particularly in the context of a comprehensive strategic plan. The General Counsel will be responsible for championing institutional integrity, fostering inclusion, and advancing enterprise risk management and compliance excellence. Applicants for the Vice President of Legal Affairs and General Counsel position at the company should have a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school, with a minimum of ten years of legal experience, preferably in higher education or a complex nonprofit, corporate, or governmental setting. The role requires expertise in various areas of law, including higher education law, labor and employment law, contracts, governance, compliance, and risk management. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record as a collaborative and transparent leader, with a commitment to inclusion and cultural competence in working with creative communities. Exceptional communication, negotiation, and analytical skills are essential, as is the ability to provide practical legal guidance that supports decision-making and innovation. Hiring Manager Title President Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Legal