Associate General Counsel Transactions

Overview About Discovery Senior Living: A large part of what makes Discovery different from other companies in this industry is our willingness to embrace change. At Discovery Senior Living, we are constantly challenging how we are doing things to ensure the lifestyle we are offering our residents is the greatest value proposition in the marketplace. We believe environment and culture for our team members should be refreshed. Embracing change brings energy to our business and culture that benefits residents and team members. Discovery Senior Living earned Coveted Great Place to Work Certification for 2025-2026. This position has a strong preference to be located at our corporate office in Bonita Springs, FL. We will consider qualified remote United States-based candidates as well. 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, you will structure, draft, review, negotiate, and support a broad range of business and commercial transactions while balancing legal risk with operational and business objectives. This role partners closely with leadership and internal stakeholders to support strategic initiatives, operational growth, and transaction execution in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities 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 affecting acquisitions, investments, and financings. Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, finance, accounting, and business leadership teams. Support real estate and operational agreements 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 (Minimum) 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 and Culture We offer a comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, paid training and career growth opportunities, wellness benefits, and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Equal Opportunity 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 Note to Applicants This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case-by-case basis. Compliance and Background Screening Discovery Senior Living complies with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of background screenings, including state and federal requirements applicable to healthcare and senior living roles with direct or indirect resident access. Florida employment is contingent upon Level 2 background screening in accordance with Florida AHCA requirements (fingerprinting and background checks). For more information, visit the Florida Clearinghouse site.

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