Sr Corporate Counsel- Acquisitions & Development at Community Health System, Franklin, TN

Sr Corporate Counsel- Acquisitions & Development at Community Health System in Franklin, TN. Contract. Est. up to $200k. Apply with swipeandhired.

Job Summary The Senior Corporate Counsel – Acquisitions & Development provides legal counsel and strategic guidance on a diverse range of healthcare transactions and corporate legal matters. Operating with a high degree of independence, this role leads complex transactions and partners with business and operational leaders to develop practical, business-oriented solutions that advance company objectives, manage legal risk, and support compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Essential Functions ● Leads and advises on acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and other strategic business arrangements involving hospitals, health systems, surgery centers, other outpatient centers, physician groups, nonprofit organizations, and other third parties. ● Manages assigned transactions throughout their lifecycle, including structuring, due diligence, negotiation, documentation, and closing. ● Coordinates with cross-functional transaction teams and manages outside counsel, including oversight of work product and legal spend. ● Drafts, reviews, and negotiates confidentiality agreements, letters of intent, definitive transaction agreements, and related legal documents. ● Advises business and operational leaders on legal, regulatory, corporate governance and related commercial matters. ● Researches and analyzes relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards and communicates developments that may affect transactions or business initiatives. ● Manages competing priorities, communicates emerging issues promptly, and maintains accountability for assigned matters through completion. ● Performs other duties as assigned, maintains regular and reliable attendance, and complies with company policies and standards. Qualifications ● Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree required; top academic credentials preferred. ● Demonstrable record of integrity, accountability, and professionalism. ● At least six years of relevant, progressively responsible legal experience required, preferably in a combination of law firm and in-house settings. ● Experience advising on complex corporate transactions required; healthcare transaction experience strongly preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities ● Advanced knowledge of corporate transactions, contract negotiation, and applicable healthcare laws and regulations. ● Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex legal and business issues and develop practical solutions. ● Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly and concisely to non-legal audiences. ● Sound judgment and the ability to work independently, take ownership of significant matters, and exercise discretion. ● Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple transactions and competing deadlines. ● Ability to build effective relationships and collaborate across organizational and functional boundaries. Licenses and Certifications ● Active bar admission in good standing in at least one U.S. state required.