Director, Assistant General Counsel

DaVita Kidney Care

3d•$129,000 - $205,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This position reports to the Sr Director, Assistant General Counsel. Those who excel in this role are extremely organized, process-oriented, self-starters, high performers, results driven, and possess a desire to create and implement best practices and process. The ideal candidate would thrive in a deadline-driven and fast-paced environment while working collaboratively within a team in support of highly sophisticated internal clients. Successful teammates in this role possess a high-level of multi-tasking and project management abilities, are detail-oriented, have exceptional organizational and time management skills, have a "can do" attitude, are flexible and adaptable to change, are independent thinkers, and most of all, are strong team players. Location: Denver, CO, El Segundo, CA, or Nashville, TN required (hybrid-onsite schedule)

Requirements

JD from an ABA accredited law school
Licensed to practice law in at least one US jurisdiction required with the ability to waive into Colorado, if needed
Has had lead role in matters (i.e. “1st chair”)
Approximately 10+ years’ relevant experience, in-house or senior counsel in law firm (or equivalent)
Excellent computer skills and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required
Excellent communication skills, with ability to communicate persuasively both orally and in writing
Exceptional project management: ability to organize and lead multiple works streams
Proficient in analytical skills, including knowledge of Excel
Proven ability to “get stuff done” and liaise with cross-functional constituents
Commitment to service excellence
Creative, strategic thinker
Commitment to DaVita's values of Service Excellence, Integrity, Team, Continuous Improvement, Accountability, Fulfillment and Fun with ability to demonstrate those positively and proactively to co-workers, management and/or vendors in every day performance and interactions
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated time management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities with shifting time frames, and meet tight deadlines; self-starter with high degree of initiative, urgency, and follow-through
Demonstrated attention to detail and organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently within scope of responsibilities and with minimal supervision and to foster a positive work environment

Nice To Haves

Subject matter expert in payor and provider contracting strongly preferred
Experience with value based contracting and risk contracting is a plus

Responsibilities

Manage complex projects involving diverse stakeholders and tight deadlines
Draft, review, and negotiate plan and provider agreements and amendments
Ability and confidence to work on complex projects and negotiations
Actively participate in the development and implementation and revision of contract templates, playbooks, process and training designed to increase efficiency and decrease contract cycle times
Thoughtfully lead and collaborate throughout the contracting and legal review processes by analyzing significant business, financial, and legal risks
Develop and effectively articulate creative solutions and mitigation strategies for key negotiation points to achieve timely and beneficial results
Cultivate and maintain key internal stakeholder relationships, analyze and revise contract language, resolve issues, coordinate with legal and non-legal teammates, and communicate regularly with peers and leadership
Lead role in most matters (i.e. “1st chair”)
Advisor and strategic partner to the business (an “ambassador/liaison” between business and JLD, more than a substantive expert)
Assists in setting and achieving goals for lane
Assists in setting and achieving budget for lane
Leading one or more strategic initiatives/projects for JLD
Outside counsel management

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, paid time off, PTO cash out
Support for you and your family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave and more
Professional development programs: DaVita offers a variety of programs to help strong performers grow within their career and also offers on-demand virtual leadership and development courses through DaVita’s online training platform StarLearning

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