Senior Employment and Litigation Counsel

Overview

A healthcare organization serving vulnerable seniors is seeking a Senior Employment & Litigation Counsel to report to the General Counsel. This role will lead all litigation and employment-related legal matters, developing and executing strategies to mitigate risk, ensure compliance, and support operational needs across a multi-state environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary legal advisor on employment law, providing strategic counsel to executive leadership on complex workforce issues, litigation risk, regulatory compliance, and employment-related business decisions
• Lead and manage all employment litigation and pre-litigation matters from intake through resolution
• Oversee claims and disputes brought by third parties and conduct sensitive internal investigations involving employee complaints and regulatory exposure
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal and state employment laws and provide legal advice on related regulatory matters
• Develop and implement strategies and tools to minimize employment-related litigation risk
• Draft employment-related documents such as policies, separation agreements, and arbitration agreements
• Lead employment-law readiness efforts for entry into new states
• Support training initiatives on compliance, risk awareness, and preventative practices
• Collaborate with outside counsel on specialized legal issues

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited institution
• Admission to a state bar and in good standing
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a practicing attorney, with both law firm and in-house experience strongly preferred
• Significant knowledge of relevant employment laws
• Proven ability to lead complex litigation and negotiations with minimal oversight
• Strong skills in anticipating legal issues and developing strategic solutions
• Experience working in a data-driven organization, using reports and data to prioritize and manage people and projects
• Willingness and ability to work a varied schedule including evenings, nights, weekends, and overtime

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing strategic legal guidance in a mission-driven healthcare environment
• Strong litigation management experience
• Exceptional judgment and ability to influence and partner effectively with organizational leaders

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $168,895.66 to $232,231.53 USD, based on experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive compensation package including base pay and bonus
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) savings plan with employer match
• Paid time off: 17 personal days, 12 holidays, and 6 sick days annually
• Additional benefits supporting work/life balance

Location & Other Information

• This role supports a multi-state healthcare organization
• COVID-19 vaccination or approved declination form required prior to employment
• The organization maintains infection control and PPE standards with vaccination requirements for all team members

Equal Opportunity Statement

The employer is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law.