Associate General Counsel - Transactions

Position: Associate General Counsel – Transactions Status: Full-Time Schedule: Standard Corporate Business Hours; Flexibility Based on Business and Transaction Needs Location: Tampa/Bonita Springs, FL Preferred | Open to Remote for the Right Candidate Rate of Pay: Competitive and Commensurate with Experience Travel: Minimal Travel as Needed for Corporate Meetings or Transactions Your Role: As the Associate General Counsel – Transactions, your role includes structuring, drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and supporting a broad range of business and commercial transactions while balancing legal risk with operational and business objectives. This position partners closely with leadership and internal stakeholders to support strategic initiatives, operational growth, and transaction execution in a fast‑paced environment. Position Highlights Opportunity to work directly with executive leadership and the General Counsel Exposure to a broad range of sophisticated corporate and commercial transactions Dynamic, growth‑oriented environment within a multi‑site organization Collaborative culture with visibility across operations, finance, and business leadership Ability to make a direct impact on organizational growth and strategic initiatives What You’ll Do Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements and transactional documents Support mergers and acquisitions (M&A), joint ventures, strategic partnerships, financings, restructurings, and other corporate transactions Support debt financings, refinancings, and lender‑related transactions, including review of credit agreements and related loan documentation Assist with purchase agreements, management agreements, operating agreements, MSAs, NDAs, licensing agreements, guaranties, and related documentation Assist with entity formation, governance‑related matters, and corporate structuring initiatives Provide practical legal guidance related to transaction structure, business strategy, and risk mitigation Conduct and oversee legal due diligence associated with acquisitions, investments, and financings Collaborate cross‑functionally with operations, finance, accounting, and business leadership teams Support real estate and operational agreements as needed within a multi‑site senior living environment Manage relationships with outside counsel, lenders, investors, counterparties, and other external stakeholders as needed Manage multiple concurrent transactions and deadlines in a fast‑paced setting Assist with developing transaction templates, playbooks, and standardized processes to improve efficiency and consistency Support post‑closing integration efforts and ongoing contract alignment initiatives Partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely, compliant, and strategically sound transaction execution Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school 7+ years of legal experience Active bar license in good standing and ability to obtain Florida corporate counsel licensure if applicable Significant experience in transactional law, including commercial agreements and corporate transactions Experience within a law firm, in‑house legal department, or combination of both backgrounds considered Strong understanding of complex commercial transactions, deal structures, and risk allocation principles Advanced drafting, negotiation, analytical, and problem‑solving skills Ability to operate effectively in a fast‑paced, evolving business environment Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities High level of professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment Ability to manage competing priorities and multiple transactions simultaneously Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting multi‑site or growth‑oriented organizations Exposure to mergers and acquisitions, financings, restructurings, or complex commercial agreements Healthcare, senior living, or healthcare‑adjacent industry exposure is a plus, but not required Practical, business‑oriented mindset with the ability to balance legal and operational considerations Experience working with executive leadership and cross‑functional business teams Benefits Competitive pay Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance Paid time off and holidays 401(k) with employer match Paid training and career growth opportunities Wellness‑related benefits Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Equal Opportunity Employer We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V #J-18808-Ljbffr Discovery-Senior-Living