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Goodwin Recruiting

Corporate Counsel

Goodwin Recruiting, Grand Junction, Colorado, United States, 81503

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Overview Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a Corporate Counsel to join our Gillette, Wyoming office. The role supports both construction and healthcare practice areas and thrives in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment. Eligible candidates will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of contracts, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations, and providing legal guidance to leadership and teams.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts (AIA, design‑build), subcontractor agreements, real‑estate leases, vendor agreements, employment agreements, and healthcare‑related contracts.

Partner with the Chief Compliance Officer to secure compliance with healthcare laws (HIPAA, Stark Law, Anti‑Kickback Statute) and construction laws (OSHA, environmental regulations, lien laws).

Manage legal disputes, oversee discovery, develop case strategy, and collaborate with outside litigation counsel.

Act as the central point of contact for external legal counsel, ensuring efficient and cost‑effective use of resources.

Provide practical legal guidance to leadership on employment law, corporate governance, and risk management issues.

Qualifications

Juris Doctor from an ABA‑accredited law school.

Active member in good standing of a State Bar, and able to become licensed in Wyoming or qualify as in‑house counsel under state rules.

Experience

Minimum of 5–7 years of legal practice in a law firm or in‑house counsel role.

Experience in healthcare law or construction law required; direct experience in both highly desirable.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment.

Required Skills

Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.

Knowledge of healthcare and/or construction regulatory frameworks.

Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, with the capacity to explain complex legal matters clearly to non‑legal audiences.

Proactive, solutions‑oriented approach to problem solving.

Willingness and ability to relocate to Gillette, Wyoming (required condition of employment).

Benefits

Health Insurance: 100% company coverage of premiums, including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and life insurance.

Comprehensive supplemental insurance: hospital, cancer, accident, and voluntary life coverage through a supplemental provider.

Retirement Benefits: competitive company match with no waiting period.

Generous PTO policy.

Professional Development: assistance for continuing or additional education with HR approval.

Location & Compensation Salary Range: $140,000 – $185,000. Location: Gillette, Wyoming. Relocation assistance provided.

Application To apply, submit your application through Goodwin Recruiting. If you meet the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply promptly.

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