Senior Assistant General Counsel Director

Wellpath • Franklin, TN

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About The Position

The Senior Assistant General Counsel Director provides legal guidance on the day-to-day operations of healthcare services and advises on regulatory matters and organizational risk. This role serves as a key legal partner to operational teams, supporting business, contractual, and compliance needs. The position delivers guidance across a wide range of legal areas, including regulatory compliance, contracts, and disputes. The role also supports internal teams by helping ensure alignment with policies, procedures, and legal requirements.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate Degree from an ABA-accredited institution.
• 7 to 12 years of legal experience relevant to the position duties.
• License to practice law (OR authorization to practice as an in-house counsel attorney, if approved by CLO) in state of employment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead legal counsel to operational teams, advising on legal, business, contractual, and operational matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate agreements, including service contracts, physician agreements, leases, and corporate documents.
• Provide guidance on regulatory compliance, risk management, and third-party disputes.
• Support audits, investigations, administrative proceedings, and responses to regulatory inquiries.
• Collaborate with internal teams and outside counsel to support compliance, training, and implementation of policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid time off
• 401k
• DailyPay
• Tuition Assistance
• Dependent Scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company paid life insurance
• Tax free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program
• Preferred banking partnership
• Discounted rates for home and auto loans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree