VP & Deputy General Counsel

GIA is the world’s foremost authority in gemology. GIA is a global organization with headquarters located in Carlsbad, CA. GIA in Carlsbad boasts a 17-acre ocean view campus that accommodates approximately 600 of its 3,000 total employees worldwide. It offers many competitive health and commuter benefits that promote the well-being of its employees as well as that of the environment. **T****he Location:** This position is located in **Carlsbad, California** at our corporate headquarters. We offer a hybrid schedule (subject to change), provided if metrics such as productivity and the quality of the deliverables are achieved. We offer competitive medical, dental, vision and matching 401-K plans (no vesting required)Paid vacation, sick and holidays, tuition assistance, commuter benefits**Disclaimer:** This job description indicates in general terms, the type and level of work performed as well as the typical responsibilities of employees in this classification and it may be changed by management at any time. Other duties may also apply. Nothing in this job description changes the at-will employment relationship existing between the Company and its employees.## Working at GIA### With a reach that spans the globe — GIA is a nonprofit institute dedicated to ensuring the public trust in gems and jewelry through cutting edge gemological research and rigorous education programs. We have shaped the gem industry, protected millions of consumers and taught generations of jewelers and gemologists all over the world since 1931.### Comprising over 3,000 employees in 13 countries, GIA is a place of diversity, innovation, creativity and engagement. Whether you are passionate about science, history, design, education, IT or a corporate career, GIA has a place for you. Join one of the world’s most colorful and brilliant industries with an organization that serves the public good by bringing knowledge and objectivity to gems and jewelry.### ## What GIA Does* ### that deepens the world’s understanding of gems and jewelry manufacturing and with academia, the industry, and the gem-buying public* ### that builds careers and enhances the knowledge and integrity of the gem and jewelry industry* ### that protects those who buy gems by ensuring the qualities of gems and jewelry are objectively and consistently described* ### that provide an unbiased and scientific assessment of gem quality### ## Employee Benefits### GIA offers competitive salaries and exceptional benefits as well as training opportunities to employees all over the globe.### ## An Equal Opportunity Employer### All employment decisions are made without regard to unlawful considerations of race, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.## Crime Statistics (For U.S. Only)### In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Act, GIA's current annual crime statistics are available at: #J-18808-Ljbffr