Kansas State University (“Kansas State”, “K-State”, or the “University”) has engaged Major, Lindsey & Africa on an exclusive basis to conduct a search for a Vice President for Legal Affairs and General Counsel (“General Counsel”).

University: Kansas State University is a comprehensive, research, land-grant institution serving students and the people of Kansas, the nation, and the world. Since its founding in 1863, the University has evolved into a modern institution of higher education, committed to quality programs, and responsive to a rapidly changing world and the aspirations of an increasingly diverse society.

Overview: Reporting directly to the President, the General Counsel is the principal legal officer for the University, with overall responsibility for the vision and leadership of the University’s legal strategy. A valued member of the leadership team and Cabinet, the General Counsel provides advice and counsel on all significant legal matters and serves as a strategic thought partner on key issues impacting the University. The General Counsel is also responsible for leading and managing K-State’s Office of the General Counsel.

Experience: The successful candidate is a collaborative and strategic leader with at least 10 years of significant and broad-based legal experience. The ideal candidate will have proven experience leading teams and advising senior executives. Candidates with experience handling the legal issues facing land-grant universities, institutions with high research activity, and/or Division I college athletics programs are highly desired.

Compensation: Competitive salary and excellent benefits.

Location/Relocation: Manhattan, Kansas. A relocation package will be provided as needed.

In-Office Attendance: This is an in-office role. Remote candidates will not be considered.

Bar Admission: Membership in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction with the ability to become licensed in Kansas within one year of hire.

More Information:

Please review the full executive position profile for the Vice President for Legal Affairs and General Counsel at Kansas State University’s website.

 https://www.k-state.edu/president/docs/Vice%20President%20Of%20Legal%20Affairs%20And%20General%20Counsel_FinalDraft.pdf?_gl=1*1dlil0z*_gcl_au*MTAzOTI1NTA1MS4xNzI3NzA4MTUxLjEwNzY3MDU3NC4xNzI5ODU5OTc0LjE3Mjk4NTk5ODc 

About Major, Lindsey & Africa

Founded in 1982, Major, Lindsey & Africa is the world’s largest and most experienced legal search firm. Combining local market knowledge and a global recruiting network, MLA has earned recognition for its track record of successful General Counsel, Corporate Counsel, Partner, Associate and Law Firm Management placements. With offices throughout the U.S., Hong Kong, London, and Tokyo, MLA recruiters are dedicated to understanding and meeting clients’ and candidates’ needs while maintaining the highest degree of professionalism and confidentiality. MLA considers every search a diversity search, and has been committed to diversity in the law since its inception. For these reasons, MLA was voted “Best Legal Search Firm in the U.S.” in the most recent national survey of America’s top law firms. To learn more about MLA, please visit our website at www.mlaglobal.com.

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