Senior Counsel, Litigation & Employment

Overview

A healthcare technology organization is seeking a Senior Counsel specializing in Litigation and Employment to join their legal team. This role involves managing the full litigation portfolio and serving as the primary legal advisor for employment and people-related matters. Reporting to the General Counsel, the position requires leading strategy across commercial disputes, medical malpractice claims, and employment issues while proactively mitigating risk in a fast-growing, multi-jurisdictional healthcare business.

Responsibilities

Litigation Management

• Manage the organization's litigation and pre-litigation docket, including commercial disputes, medical malpractice claims, employment-related claims, and other general litigation matters.
• Direct outside counsel strategy across multiple jurisdictions; oversee discovery, witness preparation, settlement evaluation, and trial readiness.
• Conduct and manage internal investigations related to legal and compliance issues concerning pending or threatened litigation.
• Oversee litigation holds, document preservation, and e-discovery processes.
• Track and report on litigation matters, exposure, and budgets to the General Counsel.

Proactive Risk Management

• Collaborate with operations teams to identify liability risks in service delivery and implement process improvements to reduce exposure.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting the business across the US, Canada, UK, and Australia.
• Develop and deliver training for managers and clinical staff on litigation prevention and regulatory compliance.

Employment Law & People Advisory

• Serve as the primary legal advisor to the People & Culture team on employee relations, including performance management, workplace investigations, disciplinary actions, accommodation requests, and separations.
• Draft, review, and update employment policies and handbooks to ensure compliance with applicable laws across all operating jurisdictions.
• Advise on employment-related risks associated with workforce changes, reductions, and organizational restructuring.

General

• Manage relationships with outside counsel.
• Contribute to building legal team processes and infrastructure to support a high-growth healthcare company.
• Perform other responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school or equivalent legal qualification from a relevant jurisdiction.
• Active bar membership in good standing in at least one US state.
• Minimum of 7 years of legal experience in litigation, with healthcare liability experience required, and employment law.
• Experience in both law firm and in-house legal environments preferred.
• Proven ability to manage outside counsel, including strategy, budgeting, and performance oversight.
• Experience advising on employee relations, conducting or overseeing workplace investigations, and drafting employment policies.
• Strong judgment in risk assessment and ability to work independently while knowing when to escalate issues.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, capable of translating legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-legal stakeholders.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with ambiguity.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $215,000 to $235,000, depending on experience and geographic location.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and mental health coverage for employees and their families.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions for US employees.
• Commuter benefits plan to assist with transit and parking costs.
• Flexible vacation policy encouraging time off for wellbeing.
• Free whole-body scans provided to team members.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Location

This role supports operations across multiple jurisdictions including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and Australia.

Additional Information

The organization is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. They do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Successful candidates will undergo a background check in compliance with applicable federal, provincial, and state regulations.