Associate Counsel - Contracts

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); Remote; USD 112,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic is seeking an Associate Counsel to provide substantive legal services focused on reviewing agreements and contracts, supporting Supply Chain, IT and vendor technology. The role manages a high volume of contracts and requires strong negotiation and regulatory compliance skills.

The attorney will work remotely from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., must reside in Ohio, Nevada or Florida, and possess a JD with active or eligible state bar membership.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from ABA accredited law school.
• Two to five years of attorney experience.
• Member in good standing of the state bar or eligibility to join.
• Ability to manage multiple contracts and deadlines.
• Extensive experience in contract review for supply chain/IT/vendor contracts.
• Familiarity with HIPAA/privacy regulations.

Responsibilities

• Review and negotiate a high volume of contracts (approx. 200–400 per year).
• Provide timely responses and legal advice to assigned departments.
• Support Supply Chain, IT and vendor technology matters.
• Collaborate with the Law Department on cross‑functional projects and teams.
• Identify and implement measures to ensure effective legal services and compliance.

Skills

JD

Bar admission

Contract review

Contract negotiation

Legal research

HIPAA familiarity

Remote work

Education

JD (ABA-accredited)

Job description

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient‑first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

As Associate Counsel, you will serve as a licensed attorney providing substantive legal services to clients while maintaining positive, confidential client relationships through consultation and communication. In this role, you will serve as a dedicated legal resource supporting Supply Chain, IT, and vendor technology, with a primary focus on reviewing agreements and contracts. You will be responsible for reviewing a high volume of contracts, approximately 200–400 per year, while supporting a wide range of legal matters across the organization.

A caregiver in this position works remotely from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Candidates must reside in Ohio, Nevada or Florida to be considered for this role.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Maintain expertise and advise appropriate department members regarding legal developments within areas of expertise.
• Actively seek out opportunities to maintain compliance within those areas of the law.
• Provide timely responses to requests for legal advice for assigned areas.
• Identify and implement measures to bring effective legal services to the organization.
• Collaborate and provide leadership on projects and teams within the Law Department and the organization.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from ABA accredited law school
• Two to five years of attorney and/or comparable direct experience in legal specialty
• Member in good standing of the state bar or ability to become a member of the state bar within a reasonable period of time
• Exercises independent judgment and discretion to perform legal services
• Ability to take appropriate action in a stressful environment
• Extensive experience in contract review and negotiation (e.g., supply chain, IT, vendor technology, general business contracts)

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Familiarity with regulatory compliance, including HIPAA and related privacy regulations
• Contract review experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods.
• Ability to travel throughout the hospital system.
• Ability to operate a computer, audio visual and other office equipment.
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information, including the ability to deliver training in person and virtually.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum Annual Salary: $112,110.00

Maximum Annual Salary: $170,955.00

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).