General Counsel

This is an in-office, full time, permanent position. Compensation commensurate with experience. Relocation assistance will be considered.

Department: Legal

Status: Exempt

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer / President

Supervises: 5

Position Purpose: To provide current legal advice and sound recommendations for the business operations and to maintain leadership in the areas of Compliance and Human Resources in a constantly changing and intensely competitive marketplace.

Specific Duties:

Legal

· Oversee Legal Department

· Respond to claims and complaints

· Research legal issues

· Negotiate Settlements

· Represent company on legal matters, when necessary

· Coordinate claims submitted to insurance carrier with assigned counsel

· Assist in risk evaluations of current/potential vendors

General Corporate

· Review Contracts and Agreements

· Risk Management -- maintain insurance policies and seek alternatives

· Advise on company policies and procedures

· Maintain corporate records and state filings

· Report legal matters at corporate board meetings

Compliance

· Maintain licensing and renewals, including out of state authorities to do business

· Assist Quality Assurance department with compliance issues

· Management presentations

· Advise on changes in laws, specifically, collection, credit bureau reporting, and health insurance portability and accountability act, at both federal and state levels

· Approve/amend letters for compliance with federal and state laws

Human Resources

· Advise on employment law & benefits issues

· Oversee Director of Human Resources

· Ensure compliance of procedures and coordination of information among departments

Miscellaneous

· Fulfill other duties as assigned.

Success Factors / Performance Expectations:

· A strong sense of teamwork and desire to work cooperatively with other employees

· Strong legal and business orientation.

· Demonstrated ability to solve business issues while also managing costs and risks.

· Skilled at identifying and evaluating liability exposures and making recommendations for the business.

· Ability to communicate with non-legal personnel and understand their needs.

· Strong organizational skills, multi-tasking skills, and ability to coordinate departmental resources and initiatives.

· Ability to operate within budget.

· Ability to work well with existing management and board members.

Qualifications:

· J.D. degree

· License to practice law

· Undergraduate degree in business related field preferred

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional looking to make a significant impact within our organization while advancing their career in a dynamic legal environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree?
• Have you passed the Bar exam?

Ability to Commute:

• Houston, TX 77066 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Houston, TX 77066: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person