VP - Managing General Counsel, Corporate, Debt and Equity

Overview

This organization is seeking an experienced in-house attorney to serve as lead legal corporate counsel and a strategic business partner. The role oversees legal support for corporate matters, including corporate transactions, debt and equity matters, entity structure, board governance, and compliance with corporate and securities laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead corporate counsel with a focus on corporate structure, entity management, board governance, mergers and acquisitions, and other strategic liquidity transactions.
• Oversee corporate attorneys and/or paralegals supporting compliance teammates and business clients in identifying and resolving legal/corporate matters.
• Advise on compliance with federal and state corporate laws and SEC regulations.
• Draft and review contracts, agreements, and other corporate filings and documents.
• Provide legal advice and counsel on proposed agreements, transactions, and other corporate law matters.
• Support business, legal, and compliance counterparts in responding to corporate issues and deals.
• Serve as lead counsel for corporate transactions and oversee corporate team activities related to drafting, negotiating, and issuing equity grants.
• Provide corporate legal advice and support on tax matters.
• Coordinate matters with outside counsel.
• Advise on corporate policies and procedures and support continuous legal team improvement through development and refinement of playbooks and training.
• Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to direct reports, including coaching, counseling, career development, and disciplinary actions.
• Promote communication and cooperation among teammates to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Travel up to 25%.

Requirements

• J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law and member in good standing of a state bar association.
• 8+ years of corporate and transactional legal experience, specifically large M&A and IPO, at a law firm and/or in-house position.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work matters.
• Ability to work with and maintain confidential information.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strategic thinking skills to provide practical advice with awareness of legal risks in the business context.
• Intermediate MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with the healthcare industry and large M&A and IPO in both private practice and in-house.
• Experience with multi-site health care provider organizations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $300,000 - $310,000.
• Final determinations may vary based on education, work experience, certifications, geographic location, and other factors.
• Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
• Competitive total rewards package, including:
  • Health & wellness coverage options (eligibility starts the month after hire)
  • 401(k) benefits
  • Other benefits such as family planning and telehealth (all benefits subject to eligibility requirements)
• Compensation reviews and career growth opportunities.
• Generous PTO plans and paid holidays.

Location

• Flexible remote schedules; Nashville, TN preferred.
• Up to 25% travel.