Job Title: Assistant General Counsel
Department: General Counsel
Reports To: Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Legal Advisor
FLSA Status: Exempt
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Assistant General Counsel will be responsible for reviewing, preparing and approving such legal documents as are necessary to the proper of functioning of UNCF operations, registrations and licenses. The Assistant General Counsel is the primary internal UNCF contact for legal matters. The Assistant General Counsel will also coordinate and work with UNCF outside counsel.
ABOUT UNCF
The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) has been an engine of educational achievement for more than 80 years. UNCF’s mission is to build a robust and nationally recognized pipeline of HBCU students who, because of UNCF support, become highly qualified college graduates. In addition, UNCF ensures that its member institutions remain respected models of best practices in moving students to and through college. Since its inception in 1944, UNCF has raised over $6 billion in private support, distributed scholarships to help students attend school, and enabled more than 500,000 scholars and low-income students to graduate from UNCF’s member historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and launch professional careers. UNCF is committed to closing the educational attainment gap by increasing postsecondary access and success for student groups, particularly low-income and first-generation students.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Assure that the legal interests of UNCF are protected.
- Draft, review and negotiate business contracts to assure that UNCF’s best interests are met regarding: payments, performance, compliance, , termination, and other necessary terms and conditions
- Interface with UNCF Team members of various departments, including region/area offices, to provide legal counsel.
- Conduct legal research and deliver sound legal advice to OGC and UNCF Team members
- Contribute updates to OGC Standard Operating Procedures (“SOPs”)
- Develop and deliver training to UNCF Team members on SOPs, legal processes and various subject matters as needed
- Work on special projects at the direction of the President/CEO
- Other duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
No supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
J.D. from an accredited law school required, and at least 2 years of experience in corporate legal matters.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Must be a member of a bar of any state or Washington, DC.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Negotiation and writing skills.
- Excellent leadership and management abilities.
- Strong problem solving, planning, organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
- Able to work independently
- Demonstrated ability to navigate complex legal and business issues
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and O365, experience with the Legisway platform a plus
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Benefits include:
Medical, Dental & Vision
Vacation, Sick & Personal Leave
Life Insurance (Basic & Optional)
Flex Spending Accounts
403(b) Retirement Account
Holiday Savings Plan
Annual Incentive Pay
Salary Range: $123,600.00 To $140,000.00 per year (Salary is commensurate with experience.) This is a hybrid position: 4 days in-person, 1-day remote work schedule, located in UNCF’s Washington DC Headquarters building.
Background checks required.
UNCF is EOE M/F/D/V
Skills Required
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- At least 2 years of experience in corporate legal matters
- Membership in the bar of any state or Washington, DC
- Negotiation and legal writing skills
- Strong problem-solving, planning, organizational, written, and oral communication skills
- Ability to work independently and navigate complex legal and business issues
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft 365
- Experience with the Legisway platform
- Leadership and management abilities
What We Do
UNCF (United Negro College Fund) is a nonprofit education organization that works to expand college access and success, particularly for students of color and historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). It awards scholarships, provides financial support to HBCUs, and advocates for minority education and community engagement. Its programs help students overcome financial barriers, persist through college, graduate, and become leaders.
