Assistant/Associate General Counsel (Labor and Employment)

ABOUT SIMMONS Located in Boston’s historic Fenway area, Simmons University has a strong tradition of empowering women and challenging traditional gender roles. Simmons was founded for equality 125 years ago as one of the first higher education institutions dedicated to helping women become leaders. Today, our university continues to grow and evolve and now offers Boston’s only women’s undergraduate program and graduate programs open to all.    You’re joining our community at an especially exciting time as we continue to innovate for the future. Simmons recently launched a six-school academic structure that leverages our expert faculty and longstanding expertise in professions that make our communities stronger. In addition, we continue to highlight our high-value education proposition that is delivering greater ROI to students and putting them on the fast track to career growth and success. You’ll find that people who work here truly believe in our mission of preparing students to become social justice-oriented leaders who excel in their professions and their communities. This commitment and pride make for a dynamic workplace. As a university that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, Simmons encourages applications from all under-represented groups. Simmons is committed to creating, developing, promoting, and enhancing inclusive hiring practices–at all levels, for all positions–ensuring diverse talent pools and the delivery of a consistent positive candidate experience. Simmons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to continuing to develop a more diverse faculty, staff, student body, and curriculum. JOB SUMMARY Simmons University is seeking applications to join the Office of the General Counsel as an Assistant/Associate General Counsel (“AGC”). The selected candidate will be appointed at the Assistant or Associate General Counsel level based on their qualifications and relevant experience. Simmons is looking for an experienced attorney to provide legal counsel and support on the wide range of legal issues facing an institution of higher education, particularly in the areas of labor relations and employment. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience analyzing complex legal issues and offering appropriate guidance; exercising excellent judgment; using exceptional communication skills; and handling multiple matters simultaneously while working independently to achieve the strategic goals and objectives of the University.  This individual will be expected to provide timely and comprehensive legal advice to a range of constituencies, including the University President and senior administrators, the Board of Trustees, and University faculty and staff.  The successful candidate is person will serve as a trusted advisor to the General Counsel. This position reports directly to the General Counsel.     ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Key responsibilities, include, but are not limited to the following: …