Associate General Counsel

Hospital System actively looking for an experienced healthcare employment counsel

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Salary: $180,000 - $235,000 per year

A bit about us:

As a large hospital system with over 50,000 employees and north of 50 acute care facilities, we know healthcare. We also know what it takes to run a hospital system.

Why join us?

• Great benefits
• Competitive compensation
• Outstanding opportunity

Job Details

Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced In-House Employment Counsel to join our legal team. This role is ideal for a passionate employment litigator who desires to continue practicing in a dynamic, in-house setting within the healthcare industry. The successful candidate will manage a high volume of employment litigation matters, providing strategic legal support and ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Litigation Management:

- Handle all aspects of employment-related litigation, including but not limited to discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, wage and hour disputes, and other employment claims.
- Represent the organization in negotiations, mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings.
- Develop and implement litigation strategies to protect the company's interests.

• Legal Advisory:

- Provide proactive legal counsel to management and HR teams on employment law matters.
- Advise on policies and procedures to mitigate legal risks and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws specific to the healthcare sector.

• Case Analysis and Strategy Development:

- Conduct thorough case assessments and develop effective defense strategies.
- Collaborate with external counsel when necessary to manage complex litigation.

• Compliance and Training:

- Ensure the company remains compliant with all employment laws and regulations.
- Develop and deliver training programs for management and staff on employment law topics and best practices.

• Documentation and Reporting:

- Maintain accurate records of all litigation matters and provide regular updates to senior management.
- Prepare detailed reports on litigation trends and potential impacts on the organization.

Qualifications:

• Education:

- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the state bar (IL. NJ, PA, or CA)

• Experience:

- Minimum of 5 years of dedicated management-side employment litigation experience.
- Proven track record in handling employment-related lawsuits, preferably within the healthcare industry.

• Skills:

- Strong litigation skills with a hands-on approach.
- In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple cases simultaneously.
- High level of professionalism and integrity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in an in-house legal department, preferably within a healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with healthcare-specific employment issues and regulations.
• Ability to provide strategic legal guidance aligned with business objectives.

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