Senior Counsel

Additional Information About the Role This 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 Qualifications Role Purpose: To service the legal needs of BJC HealthCare and its affiliated entities under the direction of senior legal management leadership. Responsibilities Analyzes 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 Requirements Education: Doctorate, Law Experience: 2-5 years Supervisor Experience: No Experience Licenses & Certifications: Attorney - applicable state Preferred Requirements Experience: 5-10 years Benefits and Legal Statement BJC 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 date Disability insurance* paid for by BJC Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance *Not all benefits apply to all jobs The 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