Associate General Counsel

Duke Careers

. Provide legal counsel and support to Duke University and Duke University Health System on employment matters, including employee relations, workplace policies, performance management, disciplinary actions, employment agreements, and compliance with federal and state employment laws .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeDurham • North Carolina • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing legal counsel on employment matters within healthcare and academic settings, including compliance with federal and state laws, employment agreements, and workplace investigations. Strong ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders and manage complex legal issues in a fast-paced environment.

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Juris Doctor (J.D.) DegreeLicensed To Practice Law In North Carolina7 Years’ Experience As An AttorneyExperience Advising Healthcare OrganizationsStrong Writing And Analytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Employment LawWorkplace InvestigationsEmployment AgreementsRegulatory CompliancePerformance ManagementDiscrimination And Harassment ComplaintsWage And Hour ComplianceHealthcare OperationsLegal ResearchLitigation Support

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingClient Service OrientationTeam Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Licensed Attorney

Industry Keywords

Healthcare LawAcademic Medical CentersEmployee RelationsHuman ResourcesFaculty Physician CompensationAdvanced Practice ProvidersMedical Staff MembershipWorkforce ManagementIn-House Legal CounselCompliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide legal counsel and support to Duke University and Duke University Health System on employment matters, including employee relations, workplace policies, performance management, disciplinary actions, employment agreements, and compliance with federal and state employment laws
Advise University and Health System leadership and administrative units on discrimination and harassment complaints, workplace investigations, wage and hour compliance, employment and professional conduct matters, employee benefits, and compensation-related issues
Advise Duke Health leadership and Human Resources on healthcare workforce matters, including physician and advanced practice provider employment agreements, clinical privileges, medical staff membership, professional licensure and certification, faculty physician compensation, faculty and clinical appointments, resident and fellow employment, regulatory compliance, and performance management
Provide strategic legal counsel on provider staffing, recruitment and retention, and healthcare operations
Advise on employment-related disputes, including pre-litigation matters, administrative charges and proceedings, subpoenas, mediation, arbitration, and litigation
Collaborate with Human Resources, colleagues, leadership, and outside counsel to develop practical solutions and resolve workplace matters
Draft, review, and advise on workforce-management policies, procedures, communications, agreements, and other documents
Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school or other appropriately accredited institution of higher education required
LLB or JD degree
Licensed to practice law in the State of North Carolina or become licensed within 12 months of employment
At least 7 years’ experience as an attorney
Experience advising hospitals, health systems, academic medical centers, or other healthcare organizations on employment matters
Experience advising on employment agreements and personnel matters involving physicians, advanced practice providers, medical staff, and other healthcare professionals within a health system or academic medical center environment
Experience supporting institutions of higher education and/or academic medical centers
Ability to work successfully in a team-oriented, high-volume, in-house law office environment
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated track record of collaborating effectively with a wide variety of audiences, building strong, effective relationships, and providing practical and credible guidance to various stakeholders
Strong writing, research, problem solving, and analytical skills
Excellent judgment and ability to manage competing and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Keen sense of client service and ethical obligations in the in-house setting
Cover letter required for application review

Benefits

Comp & perks

Option for remote work on Friday
Equal employment opportunity and commitment to inclusion, collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging
Reasonable accommodation provisions for qualified individuals