General Counsel and VC Legal, Audit, Risk & Compliance

Position Overview

General Counsel and Vice Chancellor for Legal, Audit, Risk & Compliance (Division:
General Counsel;
Department:
Office of General Counsel;
Vacancy Type:
Senior Academic and Administrative Officer; FTE: 1; Recruitment Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience; Position #2844).

The Office of the General Counsel (OGC) provides comprehensive legal advice and assistance to The University of North Carolina  Primary Purpose of the Position is to guide the university through a dynamic period of growth and transformation, addressing contract law, bidding, purchasing regulations, employment law, civil rights, copyright, immigration, and academic research regulations while balancing risk management with UNC Pembroke’s mission.

• Reviews, drafts, and negotiates university contracts.
• Researches legal issues addressed by the Office of the General Counsel.
• Drafts legal documents and memoranda of law.
• Provides support in responding to discovery requests and investigations by regulatory agencies.
• Assists in coordination of compliance with various state and federal laws and regulations.
• Provides strategic legal advice and guidance to the Chancellor, Cabinet, senior leadership, the Board of Trustees, and other stakeholders.
• Manages the office and supervises clerical and compliance staff.
• Represents the Chancellor at university functions and external events as requested.
• Maintains a comprehensive law office environment, including support of the Attorney General's Office in responding on behalf of and defending the university in pending litigation.

• JD or LLB Degree from an accredited law school, admission to the North Carolina State Bar, and three years or more of relevant legal experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, writing, research, and advocacy skills.
• Analytical skills to identify and resolve legal issues.
• Objectivity of judgment and excellent oral and written communication.
• Ability to effectively communicate with the university's varied constituencies.
• Working knowledge of legal issues that affect public educational institutions.
• Ability to supervise/manage department staff, outside consultants, and budgets.
• Mental skills including concentration, memory, complex decision-making, analytical thinking, and conceptual thinking.
• Ability to represent the university professionally and tactfully.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Licensure by the North Carolina State Bar required.

• C V/Resume
• Cover Letter (optional)

Job Opening Date:
October 6, 2025

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Posting Category:
Managerial/Non‑Faculty Professional

Special Instructions:
Position is subject to successful completion of an employment background check. Equal Opportunity Employer statement: UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor seeking priority referrals of protected veterans.