Senior Counsel, Litigation & Employment

Prenuvo

3d•$215,000 - $235,000

About The Position

At Prenuvo, we are on a mission to flip the paradigm from reactive “sick-care” to proactive health care. Our award-winning whole body scan is fast (under 1 hour), safe (MRI has no ionizing radiation), and non-invasive (no contrast). Our unique integrated stack of optimized hardware, software, and increasingly AI, coupled with the patient-centric experience across our domestic and global clinics, have allowed us to lead the change against “we caught it too late again". We are looking for a Senior Counsel - Litigation & Employment to join our legal team and contribute to our mission of making a meaningful impact on preventative health. You will manage the company’s full litigation portfolio and serve as the go-to legal partner for our People & Culture team. Reporting to the General Counsel, you will lead strategy across commercial disputes, medical malpractice claims, and employment matters while proactively reducing risk across a fast-scaling, multi–jurisdictional healthcare business. This is a role suited to someone who thrives in a fast paced environment, can shift between strategic counseling and hands-on execution, and communicates legal concepts in plain language to clinical and business leaders. Help reshape the world through proactive healthcare while working with cutting-edge technology and high performing teams with deep expertise - join us to make a difference in people’s lives!

Requirements

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school (or equivalent legal qualification from a jurisdiction where Prenuvo operates) and active bar membership in good standing in at least one US state.
7+ years of legal experience in litigation (healthcare liability experience required) and employment law, with a mix of law firm and in-house experience preferred.
Demonstrated experience managing outside counsel, including strategy, budget, and performance.
Experience advising on employee relations matters, conducting or overseeing workplace investigations, and drafting employment policies.
Sound judgment in assessing risk and the ability to work independently while knowing when to escalate.
Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to translate legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-legal stakeholders
Comfort operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with meaningful ambiguity.

Responsibilities

Own and manage Prenuvo's litigation and pre-litigation docket, including commercial disputes, medical malpractice claims, employment-related claims, and other general litigation matters.
Direct outside counsel strategy across multiple jurisdictions; manage discovery, witness preparation, settlement evaluation, and trial readiness.
Conduct and manage internal investigations related to legal and compliance issues related to pending and threatened litigation.
Oversee litigation holds, document preservation, and e-discovery processes.
Track and report on litigation matters, exposure, and budgets to the General Counsel.
Partner with operations teams to identify liability risks in service delivery and implement process improvements that reduce exposure.
Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting Prenuvo's business across the US, Canada, UK, and Australia.
Develop and deliver training for managers and clinical staff on litigation prevention and regulatory compliance topics.
Serve as primary legal advisor to the People & Culture team on employee relations, including performance management, workplace investigations, disciplinary actions, accommodation requests, and separations.
Draft, review, and update employment policies and handbooks to align with applicable laws across all jurisdictions where Prenuvo operates.
Advise on employment-related risk in connection with workforce changes, reductions, and organizational restructuring.
Manage relationships with outside counsel.
Contribute to building the legal team's processes and infrastructure to support a high-growth healthcare company.
Other responsibilities as needed.

Benefits

An avenue to make a positive impact on people's lives and their health
We believe in preventative healthcare for everyone, including our team - Prenuvo provides free, whole-body scans to each team member
Growth opportunities are at the heart of our people journey, we’re doing big things with bright minds - there is no single path to success, it can be shaped along the way
Building strong relationships is at the core of everything we do - our team gets together each week to connect, share, and socialize
Recognizing time away to restore is vital to our wellbeing - we have a flexible vacation policy and we will encourage you to use it
We now offer the Prenuvo’s Commuter Benefits Plan to help cover your transit and parking costs. Whether you ride, drive, or park, we’ve got you covered—making your commute easier and more affordable!
Retirement made easy! We offer a 401(k) plan to our US employees to help you save for the future, with company contributions to support your financial goals. Plan for tomorrow while you grow with us today!
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, including Mental Health coverage, to support you and your family
The base salary for this role ranges from $215,000-$235,000 in local currency, depending upon experience and geographic location
We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
As part of the hiring process, successful candidates will undergo a background check in compliance to applicable federal, provincial, and state rules.