Frontline Source Group
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Assistant General Counsel
Posted: 02/25/2025
2025-02-25
2025-04-25
Employment Type:
Direct Hire
Industry: Legal
Job Number: 19261
Pay Rate: 96,000
Job Description
Our client in Houston, Texas has an immediate opening for an Assistant General Counsel on a direct hire basis.
Company Profile:
Education Industry
Great Organization
Excellent benefits
Assistant General Counsel Role:
The Assistant General Counsel will assist in providing general legal services to all constituencies, including senior administrators, faculty, and staff.
Handle a wide range of legal inquiries from various departments.
Work directly with administrators and faculty to draft, review, and revise purchase agreements, license agreements, inter-local agreements, sponsored research agreements, construction agreements, and other contracts.
Draft responses representing the official legal position on matters before enforcement agencies or other adjudicatory entities.
Oversee timely and appropriate responses to requests for records and other information, including compliance with the Texas Public Information Act, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, and subpoenas.
Support the development and maintenance of a climate that encourages and respects full participation.
Assist in the development and revision of policies, procedures, and forms to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
Represent the OGC at administrative proceedings before external state agencies and in investigations related to disciplinary matters, complaints, internal grievances, and internal termination hearings.
Conduct legal research, analysis, and draft legal memoranda.
Draft correspondence and reports on behalf of the OGC.
Serve as the liaison with outside counsel in both litigation and non-litigation matters.
Stay informed on legal and regulatory developments at the federal, state, and local levels.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Assistant General Counsel Background Profile:
Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association accredited law school
Valid license to practice law in Texas
Minimum 1 years of relevant experience
In-depth understanding of Federal, State, Local, and County laws
Familiarity with organizational policies, procedures, and practices
Knowledge of compliance policies, procedures, and their implementation
Proficient in Westlaw and LexisNexis a plus
Experience with general web-based research tools
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office
Excellent analytical skills
Ability to solve problems and make decisions effectively
Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Capable of providing legal advice and services
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and take initiative when necessary
Sound judgment, integrity, and a high level of discretion
Features and Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision paid 100% for employee
Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.
Disclaimer: Sensitive and personal data will not be requested until a job offer is made and accepted. If you ever doubt the validity of our job postings, we encourage you to call one of our branch locations to verify the status on any job
Company Profile:
Education Industry
Great Organization
Excellent benefits
Assistant General Counsel Role:
The Assistant General Counsel will assist in providing general legal services to all constituencies, including senior administrators, faculty, and staff.
Handle a wide range of legal inquiries from various departments.
Work directly with administrators and faculty to draft, review, and revise purchase agreements, license agreements, inter-local agreements, sponsored research agreements, construction agreements, and other contracts.
Draft responses representing the official legal position on matters before enforcement agencies or other adjudicatory entities.
Oversee timely and appropriate responses to requests for records and other information, including compliance with the Texas Public Information Act, the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, and subpoenas.
Support the development and maintenance of a climate that encourages and respects full participation.
Assist in the development and revision of policies, procedures, and forms to ensure compliance with applicable laws.
Represent the OGC at administrative proceedings before external state agencies and in investigations related to disciplinary matters, complaints, internal grievances, and internal termination hearings.
Conduct legal research, analysis, and draft legal memoranda.
Draft correspondence and reports on behalf of the OGC.
Serve as the liaison with outside counsel in both litigation and non-litigation matters.
Stay informed on legal and regulatory developments at the federal, state, and local levels.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Assistant General Counsel Background Profile:
Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association accredited law school
Valid license to practice law in Texas
Minimum 1 years of relevant experience
In-depth understanding of Federal, State, Local, and County laws
Familiarity with organizational policies, procedures, and practices
Knowledge of compliance policies, procedures, and their implementation
Proficient in Westlaw and LexisNexis a plus
Experience with general web-based research tools
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office
Excellent analytical skills
Ability to solve problems and make decisions effectively
Ability to multitask and manage time efficiently
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Capable of providing legal advice and services
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and take initiative when necessary
Sound judgment, integrity, and a high level of discretion
Features and Benefits:
Medical, Dental, Vision paid 100% for employee
Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. The client cannot sponsor any visas.
Disclaimer: Sensitive and personal data will not be requested until a job offer is made and accepted. If you ever doubt the validity of our job postings, we encourage you to call one of our branch locations to verify the status on any job
Job Requirements
Law, Legal, General Counsel
Meet Your Recruiter
Lindsey Davidson
Lindsey Davidson is a graduate of Stephen F. Austin State University and has been with Frontline Source Group for over 5 years as an Executive Recruiter. Lindsey specializes in the Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) sector, specifically with the following: HSE Director, HSE Manager, Quality & Safety Managers HSE Specialist, HSQE, HSEQ, HSEQ Management and Analysts. Working with these professionals nationwide in varying industries has allowed her a true understanding of the market with real-time data.
Lindsey represents the top 20% professionals, and knows how to present her candidates’ with a competitive approach to land them their next career move. Whether you are searching for your next opportunity or if you need to locate top-quality HSE talent, Lindsey will be dedicated to your search!
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