Interim HR Contracts and Employment Counsel (Healthcare)

Major, Lindsey & Africa; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced HR Contracts and Employment Counsel to join its dynamic in-house legal team. This role offers the opportunity to provide vital legal support for HR-related contracts and employment issues within a publicly traded healthcare system. The ideal candidate will have over a decade of experience in employment law, particularly in managing contracts generated by HR departments. This role is remote, allowing flexibility across various US time zones, and involves collaborating with HR teams to ensure compliance and streamline processes. If you are passionate about employment law and eager to make a significant impact, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in employment law and HR-related contracts.
• Strong understanding of ADA, EEOC, and employment law principles.

Responsibilities

• Review and redline HR-related contracts including health plan administration.
• Provide general advice on employment law matters and assist HR managers.

Skills

Employment Law

Contract Management

ADA Compliance

EEOC Regulations

Communication Skills

Education

JD from ABA accredited school

Job description

Interim HR Contracts and Employment Counsel (Healthcare)

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Major, Lindsey & Africa’s Interim Legal Talent group is seeking an Interim HR Contracts and Employment Counsel to assist our client with a backlog of contracts generated by its HR department’s dealing with outside vendors and to provide some general advice and counsel to its frontline HR managers.

Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced HR Contracts and Employment Counsel to join its in-house L&E team. This role involves providing legal support for HR-related contracts, employment issues, and general commercial contracts.

Company:

Publicly traded healthcare system.

Experience:

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of experience in employment law and contracting specific to contracts generated by HR departments working with outside vendors (not employment or physician services agreements), with a preference for candidates who have healthcare industry experience.

Location:

Remote for eastern, central and mountain US time zones.

Responsibilities Include:

• Review, and redline various HR-related contracts, including group health plan administration, substance testing, staffing contracts, cloud arrangements, etc.
• Provide general advice and counsel on employment law matters, including ADA issues and EEOC charges.
• Assist HR managers with the interactive process for ADA accommodations and other employment-related issues.
• Develop and implement efficient contracting processes and templates to streamline contract review and approval.
• Collaborate with HR and other internal stakeholders to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Qualifications Include:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in employment law and contracting with significant experience related to contracts generated by HR working with outside vendors.
• Strong understanding of ADA, EEOC, and general employment law principles.
• Proven ability to manage a high volume of contracts and provide timely legal support.
• Highly responsive. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with HR and other internal stakeholders.
• Healthcare industry experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• JD from ABA accredited school and active license in at least 1 US jurisdiction.

Compensation:

$100 to $115 per hour, depending on relevant experience, background, and qualifications.

Additional Information:

Benefits details can be found on MLA’s Website on the Consultant Resources Page: https://www.mlaglobal.com/en/consultant-resources

Interested candidates should apply directly with Major, Lindsey & Africa for review and consideration.

Major, Lindsey & Africa does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, or any protected characteristic under applicable laws.

Job ID: 222031

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