VP, Associate General Counsel

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New Jersey.

📋 Description

• Assist in revenue-generating initiatives across all ConnectiveRx business units, client offerings, and distribution methods.

• Review, draft, and negotiate a diverse range of contracts in collaboration with sales account managers and leadership.

• Work with and provide guidance to Sales, Finance, Compliance, Operations, Marketing, and New Product Development regarding contracts and relevant state and federal regulations.

• Support the achievement of business and strategic goals, including the launch of new products and services.

• Lead projects and serve as the representative for the Legal department both internally and with clients and vendors.

• Offer leadership on ConnectiveRx initiatives.

• Review, draft, and negotiate multi-million-dollar client contracts, such as master services agreements, statements of work, amendments, and associated documents.

• Review, draft, and negotiate distribution channel contracts and business associate agreements with EMR providers and pharmacy companies.

• Develop and maintain a library of template contracts for new products, services, and distribution channels.

• Coordinate the research of pertinent legal or compliance matters.

• Revise and update standard contracts as business requirements evolve.

• Advise Sales and senior management on contract interpretation, legal concerns, compliance, and applicable state and federal laws.

• Counsel management on the legal implications of new business lines and product offerings.

• Train and mentor new Legal team members.

• Provide legal and contract training to new Business Development and Operations staff.

• Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a prestigious law school, with outstanding academic performance.

• Must be a member of the State Bar of New Jersey or willing to obtain a limited license to practice law in New Jersey.

• Prior experience in healthcare is preferred.

• Familiarity with the Anti-Kickback Statute, OIG, HIPAA, FTC, and FDA regulations is advantageous.

• A minimum of four to seven years of legal experience is required.

• Ideally, this includes at least three years at a well-respected, large law firm.

• Comprehensive knowledge of contract drafting and negotiation is essential.

• Strong understanding of contract and regulatory law applicable to the pharmaceutical industry.

• Excellent drafting abilities.

• Proven experience with complex commercial transactions.

• Capability to collaborate effectively with business teams and a diverse range of individuals.

• Flexibility and capacity to manage a variety of daily tasks.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong command of the English language.

• Ability to operate independently and in a team-oriented manner within a fast-paced environment with shifting deadlines and priorities.

• Dedication to ethics, integrity, professionalism, and a sense of humor.

• Ability to provide practical legal advice that reflects an understanding of business needs.

• Compliance with Company Policies, Procedures, Information Security, and Compliance Programs, including SOC1, SOC2, PCI, and HIPAA.

• Adherence to company and client policies regarding ethical business practices and applicable local, state, and federal laws.

• Minimal travel required to CRX offices.

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunity for bonuses or commissions.

• Medical insurance coverage.

• Dental insurance coverage.

• Vision insurance coverage.

• Life insurance coverage.

• Disability insurance coverage.

• 401(k) plan with employer contributions where applicable.

• Flexible paid time off (PTO) policy for exempt employees, encompassing sick days, personal days, and vacations.

• Eight standard company holidays each year.

• Three floating holidays each year.