Director, Associate General Counsel

AtriCure; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

AtriCure, Inc. is seeking an Associate General Counsel to provide actionable legal support across international operations, including contracting, employment law, and governance.

You will draft and negotiate a broad range of agreements, counsel on compliance, and guide cross-functional teams through complex transactions. The role requires agility, strong communication, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting global subsidiaries and internal clients.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor and bar admission in a relevant jurisdiction.
• At least 10 years in law firm or corporate department with healthcare/clinical context.
• Proven ability to negotiate complex contracts and advise on employment matters internationally.
• Strong communication, planning, and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate commercial, regulatory, and HR-related agreements for international subsidiaries.
• Advise HR and business units on employment law across EMEA and Asia Pacific.
• Manage day-to-day contracting needs, templates, and lifecycle negotiations.
• Counsel senior leaders on legal risks and regulatory developments; monitor outside counsel.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Employment law

Cross-border matters

Corporate governance

Legal advice

Project management

MS Office

Education

Juris Doctor (or equivalent)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

AtriCure, Inc. provides innovative technologies for the treatment of Afib and related conditions. Afib affects more than 33 million people worldwide. Electrophysiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons around the globe use AtriCure technologies for the treatment of Afib and reduction of Afib related complications. AtriCure's Isolator® Synergy™ Ablation System is the first medical device to receive FDA approval for the treatment of persistent Afib. AtriCure's AtriClip® Left Atrial Appendage Exclusion System products are the most widely sold LAA management devices worldwide. AtriCure's Hybrid AF™ Therapy is a minimally invasive procedure that provides a lasting solution for long-standing persistent Afib patients. AtriCure's cryoICE cryoSPHERE® probe is cleared for temporary ablation of peripheral nerves to block pain, providing pain relief in cardiac and thoracic procedures. For more information, visit AtriCure.com or follow us on Twitter @AtriCure.

We foster a culture of inclusion by embracing diverse experiences and individuals where everyone's authentic self is welcome. We offer supporting programs and resources that provide enriching and equitable opportunities for each person to contribute professionally and personally.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The AtriCure Legal Affairs Team provides responsive, practical, solution-oriented legal support to all departments and entities within this global, US-headquartered company. The team manages a broad range of matters, including transactional work, employment, corporate governance, litigation, and strategic initiatives. Under the supervision of the Deputy General Counsel, the Associate General Counsel advises and supports internal, international clients; drafts and negotiates a broad range of agreements; handles and helps manage complex legal matters; leads cross-functional projects; develops policies and procedures; and monitors emerging legislation and legal developments applicable to the company. The ideal candidate must be agile, responsive, solution-oriented and able to work effectively with a wide range of departments and personnel, both within and outside the company.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

• Responsible for contracting for AtriCure's international subsidiaries, including, but not limited to, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, agreements related to HCP engagement, and clinical trial agreements.
• Advises the international Human Resources team on employment law matters throughout the EMEA and Asia Pacific regions.
• Assists with managing employment-related claims and litigation, as assigned.
• Manages legal support for day-to-day contracting needs, including template preparation and maintenance.
• Counsels internal clients throughout the contract lifecycle, including negotiation, contract management, and compliance; directly negotiates and drafts contracts on behalf of business units, including, but not limited to, commercial, clinical, regulatory, scientific, and medical affairs.
• Develops policies and procedures related to the Legal Affairs Team's scope of work.
• Counsels senior managers and executives on legal matters, including employment and regulatory issues, changes in law affecting their areas of responsibility, and the intersection of legal developments with company policies.
• Stays current on laws and regulations applicable to AtriCure and assigned business groups.
• Manages outside counsel assigned to internal projects.
• May manage departmental personnel, including attorneys and support staff.
• May provide broad legal support to a specific business organization or group.

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:

• Maintains regular and predictable work performance.
• Works effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Uses sound judgment to make decisions.
• Prioritizes duties and manages multiple responsibilities as required.
• Works collaboratively and effectively with others.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Juris Doctor (or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• License to practice law.
• Ten years of progressively responsible experience in a law firm or comparable corporate legal department.
• Experience negotiating complex contracts related to healthcare, research, or grant work.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while exercising sound judgment.
• Ability to prioritize and reprioritize duties, manage multiple tasks, and clearly communicate changes to affected stakeholders.
• Confident, goal-oriented, self-motivated team player with a service-and-solution focused mindset and the ability to lead or follow as the situation requires.
• Proficiency with Microsoft programs, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, learn quickly, and take on new challenges.
• Ability to travel up to 30%.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience in the medical device, pharmaceutical, clinical research, or related industries.
• Experience advising on employment matters and managing employment-related litigation.
• Experience advising on international expansion projects.

This role can be based in the UK, Germany or The Netherlands, close to international airports to facilitate travel.

AtriCure has a variety of benefits available for US based employees and their families. Examples include Medical & Dental beginning day 1 of employment, 401K plus match, 30 days of paid Parental Leave, in addition to maternity leave, for new moms and dads, Volunteer Time off, Pet Insurance, and more. Corporate-based employees also have full access to our on-site fitness center and cafeteria. To see a complete list of our benefits, please visit our careers website: https://www.atricure.com/careers-atricure/benefits .

AtriCure participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity of and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here https://www.e-verify.gov AtriCure is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and provides Drug Free Workplaces. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, protected veteran status, status as an individual with disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law(s).