Senior Corporate Counsel (Marketing)

Company Description

About Adtalem Global Education

Adtalem Global Education is a national leader in post-secondary education and leading provider of professional talent to the healthcare industry. Adtalem educates and empowers students with the knowledge and skills to become leaders in their communities and make a lasting impact on public health, well-being and beyond. Through equitable access to education, environments that nurture student success, and a focus on expanding and diversifying the talent pipeline in healthcare, Adtalem is building a brighter future for communities and the world.

Adtalem is the parent organization of American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Chamberlain University, Ross University School of Medicine, Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and Walden University.

We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (Monday–Thursday). This approach enhances creativity, innovation, communication, and relationship-building, fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

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Job Description

Opportunity at a Glance
The Senior Corporate Counsel (Marketing) provides legal counsel and guidance on communications, marketing and advertising reporting to the VP, Deputy General Counsel. This role involves ensuring compliance with federal, state and international regulations, reviewing marketing materials and advising on consumer protection issues.  They will join a team of versatile professionals who work closely together serving the needs of a complex, highly regulated international organization.  In addition to handling a diverse and challenging array of matters supporting Adtalem's educational institutions, they may also provide legal support to one or more operating divisions and/or additional functional departments of the organization. Qualified candidates will exhibit exceptional experience, and a practical, solution-driven, business-based approach to problem solving and exceptional interpersonal skills that facilitate prompt, constructive solutions for operational personnel and executives across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing legal counsel and guidance on all marketing and advertising matters for the Adtalem Global Education family or educational institutions.  
• Create a proactive strategy to ensure compliance with existing and contemplated federal, state and international laws and regulations.  
• Review and approve marketing content for compliance with applicable laws including FTC regulations, CAN-SPAM Act, and applicable advertising laws.  
• Perform legal and regulatory compliance risk assessments, propose creative solutions where applicable, and help advance business objectives.  
• Lead a group of colleagues who conduct an initial review of all marketing and external facing materials.  
• Manage escalations, collaborate across other teams and develop solutions to enable business partners to achieve their goals.  
• Update and manage the claims library and be the first point of contact for inquiries from the internal team.  
• Provide legal guidance on sweepstakes, contests and promotional campaigns, ensuring adherence to state, federal and international regulations.  
• Advise marketing teams on social media and testimonial issues, including disclosure requirements and endorsement guidelines.  
• May provide legal counsel and guidance to one or more institutions of the organization on operational matters.  
• May advise one or more additional functional departments of the organization on the legal implications of their activities.  
• Completes other projects and duties as assigned.
• Performs other duties as assigned.  
• Complies with all policies and standards

Qualifications

• J. D. from an accredited law school required.
• 5+ years in-house legal experience required.  
• 10+ years substantive law firm and/or in-house legal experience preferred.
• Experience advising in a regulated environment required.
• Expertise in risk management, compliance, and regulatory frameworks as they relate to marketing and advertising required.
• Experience managing multiple projects in fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Experience providing guidance of regulations and industry guidelines applicable to mobile, social media, and traditional marketing, including CAN-SPAM, CCPA, COPPA, GDPR, TCPA, the FTC Endorsement and Testimonial Guidelines and telemarketing sales rules.
• Must be in good standing with the Illinois State bar.
• Excellent client management and communication skills; both oral and