Associate General Counsel

Job FamilyLegal CounselTravel RequiredUp to 25%Clearance RequiredNoneWhat You Will DoThe Associate General Counsel is responsible for all aspects of commercial contract negotiations with clients and vendors, and management of legal agreements, specializing in healthcare clients (commercial payer organizations, health systems, and academic medical systems). The Associate General Counsel will be a part of the Office of the General Counsel legal team and support internal Guidehouse consultants with RFP submissions, contract review and management, contract negotiation, and support throughout the engagement cycle.Assist the Deputy General Counsel and other attorneys in the Office of General Counsel to support the business team with contract drafting and negotiation.Project manage commercial contract negotiations, renewals, and amendments with current and prospective clients, including redlining agreements, negotiating terms via conference call with clients and their counsel, and synthesizing recommendations to company leadership for decision-making purposes.Collaborate with other members of the Office of the General Counsel, Contracts Management teams, and outside legal counsel to advance and finalize agreements with clients, track contract compliance, and work with business leaders if engagement issues arise.Manage all aspects of RFP submissions including answering client questionnaires, gathering necessary documentation with the business teams for timely submission, registering with various state and local procurement portals as necessary, identifying and remediating potential areas of project risk, and escalating as appropriate.Partner with business leaders to create mutual solutions for legal agreements that meet the needs of the client while minimizing risk to the Company.Review and negotiate client and vendor Master Services Agreements, Single Project Agreements, Business Associate Agreements, IT License Agreements, SAAS Agreements, Data Use Agreements, Subcontractor Agreements, and Non-Disclosure Agreements.Assist in general compliance and governance issues as needed.What You Will Need

Juris Doctorate Degree with 5+ years of relevant corporate law and contract negotiation experience.A demonstrated ability to recognize and weigh business and legal risks, think strategically, and advance practical solutions.Superior drafting skills, especially the ability to draft contract language that is clear, concise, and easily understood.Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.What Would Be Nice To Have

Proven ability to distinguish business decisions from legal decisions and clearly communicate to business leaders.Extremely organized and self-motivated, possessing a strong attention to detail.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Proven ability to work on a cross-functional team to execute on objectives through influence and personal skills.Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple deliverables and deadlines.Proven ability to partner with internal clients to drive on timely completion of deliverables.The annual salary range for this position is $130,200.00-$195,300.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.What We Offer

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits Include

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, age, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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