Primary City/State: Phoenix, Arizona Department Name: Legal Svcs-Corp Work Shift: Day Job Category: Legal Banner Health believes leadership matters. We look for leaders who share our vision of making health care easier, so life can be better. We value and celebrate equity, diversity and inclusion and our leaders are at the forefront of the health care transformation, planning the future of Banner Health. The Associate General Counsel will provide expert legal counsel to Banner Health relating to a variety of corporate matters. This position offers a great opportunity to collaboratively and strategically contribute to Banner Health’s mission of “Making health care easier, so life can be better.” Candidates should have broad legal knowledge in the areas of contracts, corporate law, governance and regulatory, preferably with health care experience. A JD or LLB from an ABA accredited law school is required; 5 years law firm practice experience preferred. Banner Health is a community centric organization. Hybrid work opportunity. Within Banner Health Corporate, you will have the opportunity to apply your unique experience and expertise in support of a nationally recognized healthcare leader. We offer stimulating and rewarding careers in a wide array of disciplines. Whether your background is in Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Managed Care Programs or Public Relations, you'll find many options for contributing to our award-winning patient care. Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits. In addition, this position may be eligible for our Management Incentive Program as part of your Total Rewards package. Within Banner Health Corporate, you will have the opportunity to apply your unique experience and expertise in support of a nationally-recognized healthcare leader. We offer stimulating and rewarding careers in a wide array of disciplines. Whether your background is in Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Managed Care Programs or Public Relations, you'll find many options for contributing to our award-winning patient care. Position Summary This position provides legal support and advice, including interpreting laws, rules, and regulations, advising company personnel, negotiating and drafting agreements and other documents, and monitoring laws and regulations affecting the company. Core Functions Assists management with a wide variety of projects requiring legal expertise, including negotiating and drafting contracts and other documents, reviewing, and revising policies to maintain legal compliance, and advising and assisting with legal disputes. Assists in protecting the company’s legal interests and maintaining its operations consistent with the law. Provides hands-on counsel. Identifies and analyzes legal issues, presents clear recommendations. Advises company officers, managers and employees of legal requirements pertaining to operations, including changes in laws and regulations, which may impact the company. Provides education and training to personnel on relevant topics impacting the company. Promotes and supports corporate compliance with company policies and federal, state, and local governmental rules, regulations and laws. The scope of this position encompasses various legal requirements which impact the company. These principles are complex, fluid and must be applied to an ever-changing environment. Minimum Qualifications JD or LLB from an ABA accredited law school. Bar Admission, and eligibility to practice in Arizona. Five years’ experience as a practicing attorney. A working knowledge of personal computers, including word-processing skills. Inter-personal and professional skills to provide legal services in a useful manner to those at all levels of the organization. Preferred Qualifications Eight or more years as a practicing attorney, including at least five years in a law firm setting. Three years’ experience in health care law. EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans Our organization supports a drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy Banner Health is one of the largest, nonprofit health care systems in the country and the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all the communities we serve. Throughout our network of hospitals, primary care health centers, research centers, labs, physician practices and more, our skilled and compassionate professionals use the latest technology to make health care easier, so life can be better. The many locations, career opportunities, and benefits offered at Banner Health help to make the Banner Journey unique and fulfilling for every employee. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefit package for all benefit-eligible positions. Please visit our Benefits Guide for more information. EEO/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans Banner Health supports a drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy