Description:

Responsibilities:
The Assistant General Counsel is responsible for assisting the General Counsel & Chief Ethics Officer (General Counsel) in providing in-house legal services, with a focus on securities and other litigation, to the State Board of Administration (SBA). The Assistant General Counsel reports to the Deputy General Counsel - Operations.

Provides legal support for securities and other shareholder litigation (securities litigation)

Assists with identifying newly filed or potential securities fraud or antitrust cases, derivatives or other claims
Assists with evaluating claims and making recommendations on case filings, case management and/or case resolution
Recommends engagement of securities litigation external counsel when necessary and oversees securities litigation counsel
Drafts reports and prepares other documentation on securities litigation actions

Provides legal consultation to SBA staff

Provides legal advice, in consultation with the General Counsel, and support to the Executive Director and staff of the SBA

Provides legal support and performs legal research to advance the legal function of the SBA

Represents the SBA in various forums, as requested by the General Counsel
Conducts legal research and writing on various legal topics
Reviews and provides advice on legislation and regulations affecting the SBA and SBA policies
Participates and provides legal support on SBA special projects, as requested by the General Counsel
Assists the General Counsel in monitoring and oversight of external legal counsel

Provides oversight and support for public records requests

Provides attorney support and feedback in assisting Paralegals with coordinating responses to public records and other document requests

Assists in oversight of other SBA litigation

Assists the General Counsel with providing coordination, oversight, and support in SBA litigation and proceedings

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications:
Five years of related experience. Admission to the Florida Bar as a member in good standing. A postsecondary degree may be used as an alternative for years of direct experience; 2 years for an associate's degree, 4 years for a bachelor's degree, 6 years for a master's degree, 7 years for a professional degree, or 9 years for a doctoral degree.

Preferences:
A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited college or university

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Expertise in law relating to investments, business transactions, securities, benefits, and/or administrative practice
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills and business acumen
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage several projects and tasks simultaneously and pay close attention to detail
Ability to manage time appropriately and effectively prioritize duties and activities
Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment
Ability to maintain confidential information
Ability to easily engage others in conversation and demonstrate excellent people skills Employees must abide by the rules, procedures, and policies of the State Board of Administration