Associate General Counsel

Description

The Associate General Counsel will work closely with and report directly to the General Counsel. This position will provide day-to-day legal advice and counsel to stakeholders throughout ProPT on a wide variety of legal issues. This is a generalist role for a multi-site healthcare provider, and specific responsibilities may shift based on the candidates experience and skills. Previous experience supporting real estate (lease reviews, landlord negotiations, renewal management) is preferred.

Primary Responsibilities

Provide legal advice and counsel on a variety of matters, including the following areas of law: contract, regulatory compliance, and real estate.

Ensure compliance with applicable healthcare laws, regulations, and industry standards, and provide guidance to the organization's departments and programs.

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide array of real estate leases and contracts. This includes working with both internal stakeholders (Real Estate, Operations, Facilities) and external parties (landlords, brokers, external counsels) to ensure a smooth and timely workflow on all agreements.

Conduct legal research and stay informed about emerging legal and regulatory issues that may impact the organization and proactively recommend appropriate action or strategies.

Support the General Counsel and collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop and implement policies and procedures that align with legal requirements and promote best practices.

Engage with and supervise outside counsel.

Provide support on other legal matters and related projects as assigned.

Requirements:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and admission to the bar in New York

Minimum of 4 years of relevant legal experience.

Candidates with at least 2 years of experience in a generalist or real estate focused role in a corporate legal department strongly preferred.

Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts to a non-legal audience.

Ability to work independently and to research solutions on a broad array of legal questions and make sound, thoughtful recommendations on actions and policies.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion in relationships and exercise sound judgment.

Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Proven ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and effectively manage projects and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

BENEFITS:

Medical Coverage

Blue Cross/Blue Shield network for Medical Coverage

3 plan choices High, Medium, and Health Savings Account Plan. Individual and Dependent Care (Spouse/Children/Family) coverage available

Dental Coverage

PPO Dental Plan provided through Guardian, allows you to see any Dentist. Individual and Dependent Care (Spouse/Children/Family) coverage available

Vision Plan

Provided through Eye Med

Exams, discounts and more on frames, lenses, contacts, etc. Individual and Dependent Care (Spouse/Children/Family) coverage available

Life Insurance

Voluntary Life

STD, LTD, Critical Illness, Accident