Senior Corporate Counsel

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Senior Corporate Counsel

Full Time Management Southfield, MI, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 3395

Company: Nuwell Management Network, LLC
Location: Southfield, Michigan
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Experience: 10+ Years Preferred

Help Shape the Future of a Growing Healthcare Network

Nuwell Management Network, LLC (Nuwell) is seeking an experienced Senior Corporate Counsel - Transactions & Real Estate to support the continued growth of our expanding, multi-state healthcare network.

Nuwell is a healthcare management services organization (MSO) supporting primary and specialty care practices, pharmacy services, and affiliated businesses across multiple states. Our continued growth through acquisitions, new locations, and strategic partnerships creates an opportunity for an experienced attorney who can move seamlessly between legal strategy and hands‑on execution.

This role is ideal for a corporate attorney who thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys solving complex business challenges, and wants to make a meaningful impact beyond traditional legal advisory work.

As Senior Corporate Counsel, you will work closely with executive leadership, influence important business decisions, and help build the legal infrastructure needed to support a growing organization.

What You'll Do

Commercial Contracts & Negotiations

Independently draft, negotiate, review, and finalize complex commercial agreements, including vendor, technology, professional services, staffing, and other business contracts.

Lead contract negotiations while balancing legal protections, business objectives, and operational needs.

Develop practical, scalable contract processes that support efficient decision‑making and business growth.

Identify opportunities to improve contract workflows, reduce bottlenecks, and support consistent agreement management.

Lead legal negotiations involving commercial leases, lease renewals, acquisitions, and other property transactions.

Support new‑site development, community investment projects, and real estate opportunities across the organization.

Partner with business leaders and outside counsel to structure and manage real estate transactions efficiently.

Provide practical legal guidance to support the organization’s expansion and real estate strategy.

Acquisitions & Corporate Strategy

Provide legal guidance on acquisitions, due diligence, corporate governance, and business transactions.

Support transactions from initial evaluation and due diligence through negotiation, execution, and completion.

Work directly with Operations, Finance, HR, and executive leadership to evaluate legal risks and develop practical business solutions.

Support multi‑state growth initiatives while coordinating with specialized regulatory counsel when appropriate.

Help identify and address legal considerations associated with organizational growth, strategic partnerships, and multi‑entity corporate structures.

Legal Operations & Business Partnership

Identify opportunities to streamline legal workflows, reduce unnecessary outside counsel expenses, and improve turnaround times.

Manage competing priorities while delivering timely, practical, and sound legal guidance.

Develop strong relationships across departments and proactively address emerging legal and business needs.

Translate complex legal issues into clear recommendations that support informed business decisions.

Balance risk management with operational efficiency and the organization’s broader strategic objectives.

What You Bring

Required Qualifications

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an American Bar Association (ABA)-accredited law school.

Active Michigan law license in good standing, or eligibility for prompt admission.

Demonstrated success independently negotiating complex agreements and managing transactions from initiation through completion.

Strong business judgment and the ability to evaluate legal risks in the context of business objectives.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to advise and collaborate effectively with senior leadership.

A proactive, solutions-oriented approach and the ability to navigate a high‑volume, fast‑changing environment.

Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple transactions and priorities simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

10+ years of relevant corporate, commercial, transactional, or real estate legal experience preferred.

Experience with commercial real estate transactions, including leases, renewals, acquisitions, and negotiations.

Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions, due diligence, corporate governance, or strategic business transactions.

Familiarity with multi‑entity corporate structures and complex organizational arrangements.

Experience with healthcare transactions or healthcare-related business operations.

Prior in‑house counsel experience, particularly in a growing or multi‑state organization.

Healthcare industry experience is valuable but not required. We welcome experienced attorneys from other industries who bring strong commercial, transactional, and real estate expertise.

Why Join Nuwell?

Meaningful Impact: Help support the growth of a multi‑state healthcare organization and contribute to significant business initiatives.

Executive Collaboration: Work closely with senior leaders on important business, legal, and strategic decisions.

Autonomy & Ownership: Take responsibility for significant transactions and help shape scalable legal processes.

Variety & Challenge: Gain exposure to commercial contracts, real estate, acquisitions, corporate governance, and strategic business initiatives.

Growth Opportunity: Contribute to an evolving legal function within an expanding organization.

Business-Focused Legal Work: Apply your legal expertise to practical challenges that directly influence organizational growth and operations.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and applicable holidays.
• Opportunities to work directly with executive leadership.
• A collaborative, business-focused environment with opportunities to influence legal strategy and organizational processes.
• Professional growth through exposure to complex transactions, real estate initiatives, acquisitions, and multi‑state business operations.

Nuwell Management Network, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.