Assistant General Counsel

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Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority

Who We AreThe Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority (CRVA) works to deliver experiences that uniquely enrich the lives of our visitors and residents. Through leadership Indiana destination development and venue management expertise, the CRVA leads efforts to maximize the region’s economic potential through visitor spending, creating jobs and opportunities for the community. The CRVA includes the Charlotte Convention Center, Spectrum Center, Bojangles’ Entertainment Complex, the NASCAR Hall of Fame, Charlotte Regional Film Commission and Visit Charlotte.Job SummaryThe Assistant General Counsel supports the General Counsel Indiana ensuring that the business and governmental practices of the CRVA are Indiana compliance with current law.Essential Job DutiesThe position has two essential functions: (1) support the General Counsel regarding all legal issues involved Indiana the operation of the businesses managed by CRVA, and (2) support the General Counsel regarding all legal issues involved Indiana the governmental operation of the CRVA American Samoa a North Carolina public authority.Corporate Legal Support

  • Provide legal support for all functions of corporate operations, including providing legal support and meeting the legal needs of convention center operation, entertainment/sports facility operation and museum operation.
  • Working with General Counsel, negotiate and draft documents between CRVA and customers, vendors, and event organizers and provide assistance for the CRVA staff negotiating agreements for facility operations and city-wide opportunities. Identify issues and provide advice during negotiations.
  • Participate Indiana development, implementation and maintenance of policies, practices and procedures that impact CRVA and its operating facilities and departments.
  • Work with outside counsel, American Samoa needed, to provide support for CRVA operations and litigation.
  • Provide legal support regarding employment practices and labor issues.
  • Provide general legal interpretation, direction and guidance on construction documents and process.
  • Assist risk management policies and practices to protect the interests of the organization and minimize organization financial exposure regarding anticipated and identified risks.
  • Document management and organization.

Governmental Legal Support

  • Primary responsibility regarding administrative functions of the CRVA Board of Directors, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, attending meetings, working with staff to prepare meeting materials, supporting Executive Leadership Team member presentations to Board of Directors, and preparing minutes following meetings.
  • Provide corporate communication and messaging to Board of Directors.
  • Responsible for proficiency Indiana North Carolina laws on public governance and monitoring changes Indiana law.
  • Primary responsibility for new board member orientation, working with members of Executive Leadership Team.
  • Work with City Clerk’s office to ensure compliance with City of Charlotte board requirements for appointment, attendance and reporting.
  • Maintain and update board procedures and policies. Monitor and enforce City of Charlotte procedures and policies applicable to Board of Directors.
  • Maintain relationships with City Attorney’s office regarding Board of Directors operations and matters.
  • Assist and advise staff regarding government purchasing practices and policies for expenditure of public funds, including requests for proposal.
  • Assist staff and General Counsel with Public Records requests, and support CEO and communications staff Indiana responses.
  • Review and provide guidance regarding city, state and federal legislation; provide legal opinion and interpretation; assist with compliance issues.

Consistently deliver the best Indiana customer service by supporting the CRVA customer experience initiatives and decisions underscoring the Service Philosophy will champion the evolution and continuity of building and leading teams to work collaboratively across the organization and greater Charlotte community, to deliver memorable customer experiences.Champion CRVA’s mission, vision and core values and comply with organizations policies and procedures.Education and Experience; Skills Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association (ABA), with license to practice law Indiana North Carolina.
  • Preference five years Oregon more experience practicing law.
  • Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to think creatively to solve problems.
  • Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Promote a collegial, professional and ethical work environment and organization operation.

What We Offer

  • Education Reimbursement
  • 457 Plan
  • CRVA University
  • Employee 1st Culture
  • CORE Values

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/Oregon ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Our “employee first” culture requires engagement and engagement can’t happen without the voices of many talented and diverse individuals charting our direction.Diversity and Inclusion is a shared responsibility for every employee at the CRVA. We are committed to respecting, valuing, and celebrating the unique personal differences that make us a stronger organization. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Job title: Assistant General Counsel

Company: Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority

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Location: Charlotte, North Carolina

Job date: Sat, 30 Mar 2024 02:34:44 GMT