Senior University Counsel in Office of the General Counsel, Stanford, California, United States chez Stanford University

📁

Compliance Legal

📅   

16 hours ago Post Date

📅   

107537 Requisition #

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD/LLB) degree from an accredited law school.
• Ten or more years of relevant experience in tax law.
• Membership in the California Bar or another state’s Bar, with the ability to qualify as registered in-house counsel in California upon starting.
• In-depth knowledge of IRS regulations and tax laws applicable to investment management organizations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with diverse teams and stakeholders at all levels.
• Highest level of integrity and professionalism.
• The position requires residency in the Bay Area and in-office attendance three days per week.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in taxation.

• Familiarity with endowment management and investment practices.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

The expected salary range for candidates with 10 or more years of relevant experience is $250,000 to $320,000 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the University reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

The final candidate will need to successfully pass a background check to be considered for this position.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of their job.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Process:

Interested candidates should submit a resume addressed to:

Heather Fine
Partner
In-House Counsel Recruiting
[email protected]

Diego Ash
Director
In-House Counsel Recruiting 
[email protected]

Christina Tonioni
Search Specialist
In-House Counsel Recruiting
[email protected]

• Schedule: Full-time
• Job Code: 3070
• Employee Status: Regular
• Grade: N11
• Requisition ID: 107537
• Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible

 Office of the General Counsel, Stanford, California, United States

📁 Compliance Legal

Post Date: May 30, 2025

 Office of the General Counsel, Stanford, California, United States

📁 Compliance Legal

Post Date: Apr 28, 2025