Associate Legal Counsel

Catholic Health System; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 114,000 - 172,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Associate Counsel to provide comprehensive legal support across its operations. This dynamic role involves advising on business transactions, corporate governance, and risk management while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a Juris Doctor degree and a strong background in corporate or nonprofit law, along with exceptional communication and analytical skills. Join a collaborative environment where your expertise will help shape the future of healthcare services and enhance operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school required.
• Minimum of 3 years in healthcare or corporate law.

Responsibilities

• Advise on business transactions and corporate governance.
• Provide legal guidance for risk management and compliance.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Interpersonal Skills

Research Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Contract Review

Transactional Matters

Healthcare Regulatory Compliance

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Microsoft 365

Contract Lifecycle Management Systems

Job description

Salary:

114,211.50-171,307.50 USD

Facility:

Administrative Regional Training Cntr

Shift:

Shift 1

Status:

Full Time FTE: 1.000000

Bargaining Unit:

ACE Associates

Exempt from Overtime:

Yes

Work Schedule:

Days

Hours:

8:30-4:30 M-F

Summary:

The Associate Counsel serves as a legal generalist providing broad-based legal support across Catholic Health. Under the supervision of the General Counsel, the Associate Counsel is responsible for advising on business transactions, contractual arrangements, corporate real estate, risk management, corporate governance, and corporate compliance matters. This role partners with departments and leaders throughout the System to provide pragmatic legal guidance that promotes operational excellence, regulatory compliance, risk mitigation, and mission alignment.

Responsibilities:

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Member in good standing of the New York State Bar

Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant legal experience in healthcare, corporate, or nonprofit law
• Demonstrated expertise in contract review, transactional matters, and healthcare regulatory compliance

Knowledge, Skill, and Ability:

• High degree of emotional intelligence
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively across disciplines
• Excellent research, drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver clear, business-focused legal advice
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365; experience with contract lifecycle management systems is a plus

Working Conditions:

Environment:

• Normal heat, light space, and safe working environment; typical of most office jobs
• Travel between CH facilities required