The Office of the Vice President and General Counsel (OVPGC) serves as legal counsel for the University. We advise the Trustees and University Administration on all legal issues and serve as the point of contact on all legal matters involving the University.
Job Summary
The Indiana University Office of the Vice President and General Counsel (OVPGC) is seeking a Legal Fellow who has a strong interest in cross-border transactions and international legal matters for a 3-year, full-time position in Bloomington, Indiana, beginning in Fall 2023
Department Specific Responsibilities
- Works primarily with the Associate Vice President and Deputy General Counsel in charge of international legal matters but may assist the other attorneys in OVPGC on other legal issues affecting Indiana University’s 8-campus system.
- Handles unique and complex international legal matters arising out of activities conducted or overseen by the Office of the Vice President for International Affairs (OVPIA).
- Advises IU’s “Gateway” offices overseas.
- Reviews cross-border research activities and agreements
- Researches legal issues affecting overseas programs, and handles a variety of cross-border compliance matters.
General Responsibilities
- Drafts, reviews, and revises routine contracts, release from liability waivers, and other legal documents; conducts legal research on pertinent topics as they arise.
- Drafts legal memoranda educating university clients about legal and compliance issues.
- Assists with the university’s responses to subpoenas and open records requests.
- Drafts position statements submitted to the state and federal agencies responsible for investigating allegations of discrimination.
- Performs legal research as needed.
- Assists in other duties, as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
- Juris Doctorate (J.D.)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Preferred
- Some Legal experience
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required
- Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured by Indiana University Upon Date of Hire
- Admission to the Indiana Bar OR
- Able to be admitted to the Indiana Bar through a business counsel or provisional license within 6 months of hire OR
- Registered to sit for the July 2023 Indiana bar exam
SKILLS
Required
- Strong verbal communication and listening skills
- Articulate and responsive to colleagues
- Effective conflict management skills
- Ability to represent the company with external constituents
- Demonstrates ability to maintain confidential information
- Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
- Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills
- Excellent organizational skills
- Highly thorough and dependable
- Maintains a high degree of professionalism
- Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
- Ability to work within tight time frames and meet strict deadlines
Preferred
- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with University administration, faculty, and staff
- Strong interpersonal skills that reflect courtesy, diplomacy, and a collaborative approach to developing and maintaining effective work relationships
Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana or Indianapolis, Indiana
Bloomington, Indiana is preferred location
Advertised Salary
$65,000 annually
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
- Multiple plan options for medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
- Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
- Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
- Additional supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition benefit for IU classes
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure .
Job Classification
Career Level: Core
FLSA: Exempt
Job Function: Legal, Safety, & Protection
Job Family: Legal Counsel
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Posting Disclaimer
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information .
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