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We have a position open in our Gillette, Wyoming office for Corporate Counsel. This role will be responsible for supporting both our construction and healthcare sections of our company. If you love a fast paced working environment and are adaptable and want to work for a fast growing company, apply now! We offer a competitive salary range of $140,000 to $185,000, have great benefits and pay relocation.
Corporate Counsel Benefits:
- Health Insurance: The company covers 100% of health insurance premiums, including medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance coverage.
- Competitive salary range – $140,000-$185,000
- Supplemental Insurance: Employees have voluntary access to additional policies such as hospital, cancer coverage, accident insurance, and voluntary life through a supplemental provider.
- Retirement Benefits: Enjoy a generous retirement plan with a competitive company match—no waiting period required!
- PTO: Benefit from generous PTO policy.
- Professional Development: We support the professional growth of all employees by offering assistance for continuing or additional education with HR approval
Corporate Counsel Duties/Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including construction contracts (AIA, design-build), subcontractor agreements, real estate leases, vendor agreements, employment agreements, and healthcare-related contracts.
- Partner with the Chief Compliance Officer to ensure compliance with all federal and state regulations, including healthcare laws (HIPAA, Stark Law, Anti-Kickback Statute) and construction laws (OSHA, environmental regulations, lien laws).
- Manage legal disputes, oversee discovery, develop case strategy, and serve as liaison with outside litigation counsel.
- Act as the central point of contact for external legal counsel, ensuring efficient and cost-effective use of resources.
- Provide practical legal guidance to leadership and teams on employment law, corporate governance, and risk management issues.
Education, Certifications, and Licenses
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Member in good standing of a State Bar, with the ability and willingness to become licensed in Wyoming or qualify as in-house counsel under state rules.
Experience
- Minimum of 5–7 years of legal practice in a law firm or in-house counsel role.
- Experience in healthcare law or construction law required; direct experience in both is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Required Skills and Abilities
- Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Knowledge of healthcare and/or construction regulatory frameworks.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, with the capacity to explain complex legal matters clearly to non-legal audiences.
- Proactive, solutions-oriented approach to problem solving.
- Willingness and ability to relocate to Gillette, Wyoming (required condition of employment).
At Goodwin Recruiting, we are committed to our core values and providing world class customer service. We are committed to helping our clients navigate and comply with the complex and ever-changing labor laws as well as help ensure that in every hiring decision, internally and with our client partners, that all viable candidates are considered, and the most qualified candidate is offered the role. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.
JOB ID: 166872
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Michele Butler