Associate Director, Agreements & Policies

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Bachelor's degree. A J.D. or related advanced degree/certification, or combination of education and experience is required. Five years of related professional experience or combination of education and relevant experience. Experience in corporate, transactional and/or related matters.
• Excellent analytical and organization skills and attention to detail.
• Sophisticated negotiation and drafting skills (and mastery of preparing and reviewing redlines).
• Efficient and independent work ethic.
• Superior interpersonal skills.  Strong ability to work well on sensitive issues with a wide variety of people and personalities, including faculty, industry representatives and legal counsel, as well as administrative staff and coworkers.
• Ability to work for consensus with disparate groups.  Excellent judgment, creativity and common sense.
• Must show initiative and diplomacy, anticipate needs, and be a consummate team player. Must be organized and capable of setting priorities while handling multiple tasks in a busy environment.
• Demonstrate ability to engage in problem solving and look for opportunities to share knowledge and information. 

The expected pay range for this position is $170,000 to $180,000 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Why Stanford is for You

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow. Take advantage of career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or leader discuss global issues.
• A caring culture. We understand the importance of your personal and family time and provide you access to wellness programs, child-care resources, parent education and consultation, elder care, and caregiving support.
• A healthier you. We make wellness a priority by providing access to world-class exercise facilities. Climb our rock wall or participate in one of hundreds of health or fitness classes.
• Discovery and fun. Visit campus gardens, trails, and museums.
• Enviable resources. We offer free commuter programs and ridesharing incentives. Enjoy discounts for computers, cell phones, recreation, travel, entertainment, and more!

We pride ourselves in being a culture that encourages and empowers you.

How to Apply

We invite you to apply for this position by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button. To be considered, please submit a cover letter and résumé along with your online application.

*The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

*Consistent with its obligations under law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

*Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.