Associate General Counsel ($120,000 - $198,000)

Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures

5d•$120,000 - $198,000

About The Position

The Associate General Counsel advises Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures (MLCV) and its subsidiaries on a broad range of legal matters, including business and economic development, business development, marketing, administration, contracts, employee benefit plans, development projects, acquisitions, compliance, and regulatory issues. The role works with in-house counsel, outside counsel, Mille Lacs Band Government Affairs, tribal government counsel, and the Solicitor General. It may also draft or amend Band law related to MLCV and its business ventures as directed by the General Counsel. The position includes managing staff members and projects as assigned, providing departmental guidance and leadership, and hiring, training, coaching, and developing associates. The successful candidate demonstrates sound judgment, discretion, strong communication and analytical skills, and commitment to servant leadership and the company's mission, vision, values, and relevant Mille Lacs Band traditions or interests.

Requirements

Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
Licensed to practice in the State of Minnesota.
At least five years of experience practicing either in-house for a similarly sized company or at a law firm focused on corporate law and mergers and acquisitions.
Experience in legal research, legal writing, contract law, Indian law, tribal law, business law, gaming law, regulatory compliance, and employment law.
Strong working knowledge of contract, employment, and business law concepts and operations.
Must be able to secure a license from the Gaming Regulatory Authority (GRA).
Responsible for following all relevant Detailed Gaming Regulations (DGRs).
Demonstrated legal skills consistently applied across a wide range of assignments.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to conduct legal research and analysis and provide legal guidance to MLCV and its subsidiaries.
Self-starter able to act responsibly, independently, and in a timely manner.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from guests, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Ability to present information to top management, public groups, and/or a Board of Directors.
Ability to communicate effectively one-on-one, in small groups, and to moderate-sized gatherings of associates, executives, and/or community leaders.
Commitment to servant leadership philosophies and practices.

Responsibilities

Advise Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures and its subsidiaries in all areas of law.
Provide legal advice concerning business and economic development issues.
Provide legal support for business development, marketing, and administration, including drafting and assisting with contract negotiations.
Provide legal support regarding employee benefit plans, including communication, administration, plan design, and compliance.
Identify and analyze risks relating to development projects and acquisitions.
Assist MLCV and its subsidiaries in establishing compliance processes and procedures tailored to relevant industries.
Work with Mille Lacs Band Government Affairs to protect MLCV’s business interests relating to potential laws and regulations.
Work with in-house counsel on specialized and more complicated projects and issues.
Manage outside counsel on projects assigned by the General Counsel.
As directed, work with tribal government counsel and the Solicitor General to draft and amend appropriate Band law regarding MLCV and its business ventures.
Maintain an attitude and philosophy consistent with the company mission, vision, and values, and exercise maturity, discretion, tact, and judgment when handling confidential matters.
Manage staff members as defined by the organizational structure, providing guidance and leadership for the department.
Hire, train, coach, and develop associates using available development resources.
Supervise associates and projects as assigned by the General Counsel.