Vice President of Legal

Cogir Management, USA•Scottsdale, AZ

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, oversees a network of senior living communities across 11 states. As a leader in senior housing, Cogir is dedicated to growth while maintaining its commitment to exceptional resident care and a supportive, growth-focused environment for its team members. The company's culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence. The VP, Legal will report to the General Counsel in Montreal, with a dotted line to the COO in Phoenix, and will work closely with the CEO, Head of HR, and VP of Employee Relations. Cogir operates in 11 states with over 7,500 employees and is experiencing rapid growth. This role will support the business in various legal matters, including contracting, HR issues, litigation and risk management, regulatory compliance, and general corporate matters. The VP, Legal will collaborate with HR leadership, operations, and the executive team to manage risk, provide practical legal guidance, and support the company's growth.

Requirements

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Active bar membership in Arizona or eligibility for multi-state practice.
7+ years of legal experience, with a strong focus on healthcare regulations, real estate transactions, and corporate governance.
Familiarity with HR Law.
Experience in real estate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate structuring within the senior living or healthcare industries.
Strong background in contract law, risk management, and litigation oversight.
Proven ability to manage multi-state legal and regulatory challenges in a fast-growing organization.
Corporate/in-house background.
Nimble, flexible, and experienced working in operational, service-oriented businesses.
Able to navigate processes, reporting structures, and collaborate across leadership.

Nice To Haves

Familiar with federal and state senior living regulations, including licensing, compliance, and healthcare laws.
Experience working with senior living, healthcare, or long-term care organizations.
Familiarity with Medicaid/Medicare reimbursement structures and regulatory compliance.
Expertise in real estate and land use laws related to senior living developments.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and support negotiation of a wide range of contracts and subcontracts, including those with commercial partners and service providers across the business.
Partner with the VP, Employee Relations, and SVP, HR, to provide legal support on employee relations and employment risk matters.
Collaborate with internal leaders and external counsel on litigation, including class actions, arbitrations, proceedings, and settlements.
Contribute to the development and refinement of policies and procedures to support the effective delivery of legal services across the organization.
Provide guidance on legal and regulatory compliance matters related to senior living and broader service operations.
Work closely with leadership to provide practical, business-focused legal advice that supports operations and enables growth.