SEIs Legal Department is a collaborative team of attorneys and professionals based in Minneapolis MN and Herndon VA who proactively partner with business and academic leaders to create opportunities for students to accomplish their goals through an academically rich outcome-based online and in-person education while minimizing institutional risk. The Legal Department serves all SEI entities including but not limited to: Capella University Strayer University Sophia and Torrens University. This position will report directly to the Senior Associate General Counsel.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Prepare state regulatory documents for filing and provide support for timely submission of required compliance reports
- Research state authorization compliance and professional licensure requirements for legal review
- Monitor and track state reporting and project deadlines to support deliverables within established timelines
- Collaborate with various internal departments including campus operations facilities student and academic affairs to support project initiatives
- Maintain repository for shared department access of state authorization and regulatory compliance related documents
- Collaborate with other legal team members to efficiently use team resources refer projects and inquiries to appropriate colleagues and monitor track and advise on matters from initiation through conclusion
- Maintain familiarity with higher education compliance regulatory requirements and related best practices
- Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned
Education:
Certificates licenses and registrations:
- Paralegal certification preferred
Work Experience:
- 2 years work experience as a paralegal or legal assistant
Skills:
- Demonstrated knowledge of research and organizational skills
- Excellent analytical oral and written communication skills
- Must have strong computer skills (Excel PowerPoint etc.)
Other:
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Keen attention to detail and issue spotting
- Experience with Westlaw and basic legal research.
- Strong work ethic and ability to prioritize multitask adapt and re-prioritize nimbly in a fast-paced dynamic work environment
- Effectively communicate throughoutvarious levels of management withinthe organization.
- Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive company information
- Experience with Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook
- Regular dependable attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this job.
- Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant
- Must be able to lift at minimum 1 lbs.
- Other essential functions and marginal job functions are subject to modification.
- Travel via plane car and metro may be required to perform this job.
SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per addition to medical dental vision life and disability plans SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives parental leave paid time off certain paid holidays tax saving accounts (FSA HSA) 401(k) retirement benefit Employee Stock Purchase Plan tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay if applicable.
Careers - Our Benefits Strategic Education Inc
SEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where individuals can grow their careers and contribute fully. We strive to attract talent with broad experiences skills and perspectives. We welcome applications from all. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the pay range at SEI we offer a competitive salary. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate may vary depending on multiple factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills experience business needs geographical location and internal pay equity. Our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to discuss your interest in joining SEI. The expected salary range for this position is below.
$28.75 - $43.50 - Hourly
If you require reasonable accommodations to complete our application process please contact our Human Resources Department at .
SEIs Legal Department is a collaborative team of attorneys and professionals based in Minneapolis MN and Herndon VA who proactively partner with business and academic leaders to create opportunities for students to accomplish their goals through an academically rich outcome-based online and in-perso...
SEIs Legal Department is a collaborative team of attorneys and professionals based in Minneapolis MN and Herndon VA who proactively partner with business and academic leaders to create opportunities for students to accomplish their goals through an academically rich outcome-based online and in-person education while minimizing institutional risk. The Legal Department serves all SEI entities including but not limited to: Capella University Strayer University Sophia and Torrens University. This position will report directly to the Senior Associate General Counsel.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Prepare state regulatory documents for filing and provide support for timely submission of required compliance reports
- Research state authorization compliance and professional licensure requirements for legal review
- Monitor and track state reporting and project deadlines to support deliverables within established timelines
- Collaborate with various internal departments including campus operations facilities student and academic affairs to support project initiatives
- Maintain repository for shared department access of state authorization and regulatory compliance related documents
- Collaborate with other legal team members to efficiently use team resources refer projects and inquiries to appropriate colleagues and monitor track and advise on matters from initiation through conclusion
- Maintain familiarity with higher education compliance regulatory requirements and related best practices
- Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned
Education:
Certificates licenses and registrations:
- Paralegal certification preferred
Work Experience:
- 2 years work experience as a paralegal or legal assistant
Skills:
- Demonstrated knowledge of research and organizational skills
- Excellent analytical oral and written communication skills
- Must have strong computer skills (Excel PowerPoint etc.)
Other:
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Keen attention to detail and issue spotting
- Experience with Westlaw and basic legal research.
- Strong work ethic and ability to prioritize multitask adapt and re-prioritize nimbly in a fast-paced dynamic work environment
- Effectively communicate throughoutvarious levels of management withinthe organization.
- Ability to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive company information
- Experience with Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint and Outlook
- Regular dependable attendance and punctuality are essential functions of this job.
- Must be able to work more than 40 hours per week when business needs warrant
- Must be able to lift at minimum 1 lbs.
- Other essential functions and marginal job functions are subject to modification.
- Travel via plane car and metro may be required to perform this job.
SEI offers a comprehensive package of benefits to employees scheduled 30 hours or more per addition to medical dental vision life and disability plans SEI employees may take advantage of well-being incentives parental leave paid time off certain paid holidays tax saving accounts (FSA HSA) 401(k) retirement benefit Employee Stock Purchase Plan tuition assistance as well as entertainment and retail discounts. Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime pay if applicable.
Careers - Our Benefits Strategic Education Inc
SEI is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture where individuals can grow their careers and contribute fully. We strive to attract talent with broad experiences skills and perspectives. We welcome applications from all. While it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the pay range at SEI we offer a competitive salary. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate may vary depending on multiple factors including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills experience business needs geographical location and internal pay equity. Our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to discuss your interest in joining SEI. The expected salary range for this position is below.
$28.75 - $43.50 - Hourly
If you require reasonable accommodations to complete our application process please contact our Human Resources Department at .
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