Senior Counsel

Additional Information About the RoleThis position is primarily responsible for transactionally focused work, including contract drafting/negotiation and policy review, and other legal work needed to support various BJC entities and departments.Areas of responsibility may change over time, depending upon the department's needs and the individual's aptitude and interests. Requires superior writing and communication skills; a positive, outcome-focused attitude; good judgment, workload management and maintaining strong working relationships with clients and colleagues.This position is mostly a remote position with availability for onsite as necessary for meetings. Candidates should reside in or be willing to relocate to the Greater St. Louis area and should have a current license to practice law in Missouri.Preferred QualificationsRole Purpose: To service the legal needs of BJC HealthCare and its affiliated entities under the direction of senior legal management leadership.ResponsibilitiesAnalyzes legal issues and risks and provides legal guidance by conferring with clients, reviewing and drafting memoranda, and/or other documents, including contracts, to maximize protection of the organization's assets and interests.Provision of a comprehensive range of legal services and legal advice to BJC Hospitals and Service Organizations, with particular emphasis on specific legal areas assigned.Provides expertise in the formulation and development of new policies and revision of existing policies; and provides expertise and advice in the implementation and application of policies.Demonstrates ability to effectively manage a workload that is large, diverse, and complex with minimal direct supervision or direction.Possess exceptional legal knowledge and excellent written and communication skills.Minimum RequirementsEducation: Doctorate, LawExperience: 2-5 yearsSupervisor Experience: No ExperienceLicenses & Certifications: Attorney - applicable statePreferred RequirementsExperience: 5-10 yearsBenefits and Legal StatementBJC Total Rewards: At BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire dateDisability insurance* paid for by BJCAnnual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution401(k) plan with BJC matchTuition Assistance available on first dayBJC Institute for Learning and DevelopmentHealth Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsPaid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal timeAdoption assistance*Not all benefits apply to all jobsThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer#J-18808-Ljbffr