Akumin®
Overview
While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required. The
Contracts Corporate Counsel
will provide reliable daily support by reviewing, drafting and negotiating all types of commercial agreements. This role will require active involvement in the administration, execution, and company adoption of our contract management system and related contracting policies and procedures. The incumbent will have the ability to think on their feet and adapt to changing business conditions, spot issues quickly and provide practical guidance to business stakeholders on risk versus reward, and will prioritize substance over form.
Responsibilities
Own the contracts management process from intake to completion for stakeholders across the organization; independently draft, revise, negotiate, interpret, and advise on commercial agreements (MSAs, NDAs, software agreements, professional services agreements, medical director agreements, real estate contracts, marketing contracts, and other agreements as needed).
Act as a true business partner by advising across the organization on contract risk, legal obligations, risk mitigation, and best practices to achieve business objectives; provide sound guidance to stakeholders to manage partnerships and vendor relationships.
Provide cross-functional contracts administration training to new team members and senior leadership to ensure alignment with the contracts management process; review, revise, and approve policies and procedures related to the contracts management process.
Foster open communication and act as a thought partner to the legal team; support, collaborate, and provide guidance to Contracts Managers to drive continuous improvement and incorporate best practices. Develop a deep understanding of Akumin’s business and advise on strategic decisions as needed.
Oversee the delivery of legal services and resources to achieve company goals, strategies, and priorities.
Position Requirements
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school is required.
Licensed to practice law and an active member of a state bar, with no negative disciplinary record.
At least 5 years of law practice, with significant experience reviewing, negotiating, and driving commercial contracts to execution.
Travel may be required (up to 5%).
Preferred Qualifications
In-house experience at a healthcare company
Experience working with contract management software/platform
Proven expertise in contracts and procurement
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization and external parties
Physical Requirements Standard office environment.
More than 50% of the time:
Sit, stand, and walk.
Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.
See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.
Less than 50% of the time:
Stoop, kneel or crawl.
Climb and balance.
Carry and lift 10-20 pounds
Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required. The
Contracts Corporate Counsel
will provide reliable daily support by reviewing, drafting and negotiating all types of commercial agreements. This role will require active involvement in the administration, execution, and company adoption of our contract management system and related contracting policies and procedures. The incumbent will have the ability to think on their feet and adapt to changing business conditions, spot issues quickly and provide practical guidance to business stakeholders on risk versus reward, and will prioritize substance over form.
Responsibilities
Own the contracts management process from intake to completion for stakeholders across the organization; independently draft, revise, negotiate, interpret, and advise on commercial agreements (MSAs, NDAs, software agreements, professional services agreements, medical director agreements, real estate contracts, marketing contracts, and other agreements as needed).
Act as a true business partner by advising across the organization on contract risk, legal obligations, risk mitigation, and best practices to achieve business objectives; provide sound guidance to stakeholders to manage partnerships and vendor relationships.
Provide cross-functional contracts administration training to new team members and senior leadership to ensure alignment with the contracts management process; review, revise, and approve policies and procedures related to the contracts management process.
Foster open communication and act as a thought partner to the legal team; support, collaborate, and provide guidance to Contracts Managers to drive continuous improvement and incorporate best practices. Develop a deep understanding of Akumin’s business and advise on strategic decisions as needed.
Oversee the delivery of legal services and resources to achieve company goals, strategies, and priorities.
Position Requirements
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school is required.
Licensed to practice law and an active member of a state bar, with no negative disciplinary record.
At least 5 years of law practice, with significant experience reviewing, negotiating, and driving commercial contracts to execution.
Travel may be required (up to 5%).
Preferred Qualifications
In-house experience at a healthcare company
Experience working with contract management software/platform
Proven expertise in contracts and procurement
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization and external parties
Physical Requirements Standard office environment.
More than 50% of the time:
Sit, stand, and walk.
Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.
See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.
Less than 50% of the time:
Stoop, kneel or crawl.
Climb and balance.
Carry and lift 10-20 pounds
Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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