Surescripts serves the nation through simpler, trusted health intelligence sharing, in order to increase patient safety, lower costs and ensure quality care. We deliver insights at critical points of care for better decisions - from streamlining prior authorizations to delivering comprehensive medication histories to facilitating messages between providers. Job Summary The Senior Legal Counsel provides a variety of general corporate, regulatory, and commercial legal services to the organization and its in-house clients and will also provide legal services to support one or more specific market segments and/or products in the organization. Acts as a senior advisor on complex legal issues that may affect multiple segments and products. Reviews and advises on issues involving contracts, state and federal law and regulations, as well as the organization's compliance program. May provide guidance to junior level staff. May engage in the development and management of risk strategies. May manage legal matters assigned to outside counsel and preside at meetings regarding legal issues. Areas of application could include, but are not limited to business law, health law, data privacy, license agreements and intellectual property, customer contracts, contracts with vendors to the Company, employment law, risk assessment, and reviewing, drafting and negotiating various agreements. Responsibilities Independently review, draft, and negotiate contracts or other legal documentation with customers, suppliers, and other parties, including, but not limited to, agreements for participation in the Company's networks for health information messaging and connectivity, data use agreements, technology licensing agreements, joint research projects, and contracts with vendors supplying services or equipment to the Company. Manage complex projects on behalf of Surescripts' business groups, as assigned. Participates in the ideation phase of new products or product variations/improvements. Analyze and advise on Surescripts' products/services in conceptual, development phases and/or requiring contracts with respect to compliance with applicable state and federal laws. Draft, maintain, and update contract templates for frequent and infrequent Company transaction types. Responsible for ensuring all relevant facts and legal considerations are assembled, assessed and accurate before contracts are presented for execution as relates to all business transactions. Evaluate and advise appropriate legal courses of action to meet Company and business needs. Review marketing materials for assigned products. Assist with internal and external federal, state and industry compliance activities. QualificationsBasic Requirements: Juris Doctor Degree from an ABA-accredited law school and good standing member of at least one state bar 8+ years of experience as a practicing attorney at a law firm or in-house to include drafting business contracts and negotiating them to successful conclusion. Additional years of relevant experience in a non-attorney role in the healthcare or technology industry may be considered in satisfying this requirement 5+ years of experience engaging with those responsible for business development on both sides of the contract/transaction 5+ years of experience drafting and negotiating contracts related to data rights/license agreements and other intellectual property Demonstrates experience in corporate matters of diverse scope, requiring in-depth evaluation and interpretation Works with a high degree of autonomy, demonstrating significant subject matter experience and excellent communication skills Preferred Qualifications: 3+ years of experience providing legal services to companies in the healthcare industry Specialist knowledge of privacy and data security matters in the healthcare sector Surescripts embraces flexibility through its Flexible Hybrid Work model for most positions. This model allows employees to work virtually while still utilizing our offices as collaboration centers. With alignment and agreement from your leadership, you can come and go from the office as needed . What You're Like You have never met a problem you did not want to try to solve. You are creative and practical. With your ability to drive to results, cut through the fog, and help others see multiple perspectives, you save the day on a semi-regular basis. What We're Like We learn from each other and help one another. We don't waste energy competing with one another, stirring up drama, or plotting revenge. We're too busy for that. Plus, we actually like each other. We get work done, ask how we can get better, and generally enjoy ourselves along the way. What the Work is Like We operate a balancing act: We don't just advise on risks; we help the business move toward opportunities..It's good that we are flexible and nimble as we operate in an ever-evolving landscape. Weencounter and embrace constant change and continue to drive compliance with laws, regulatory requirements, policies and procedures. We are proud that our work protects and advances the interests of the Surescripts Network Alliance and helps build a secure, connected, and effective healthcare system. Why Wait? Apply Now We're a midsize company. This means you're not just another employee ID number. Here, you can build real relationships and feel supported by truly awesome people with diverse backgrounds and talents in an innovative and collaborative work culture. We strive to create an environment where you canbe yourself, share your ideas and work your way. We offer opportunities for employee development, as well as competitive compensation packages and extensive benefits. At Surescripts, base pay is one part of our Total Rewards Package (which may also include bonus, benefits etc.) and is determined within a range. The base pay range for this position is $170,100 - $207,900 per year. Your base pay may vary within or outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including (but not limited to) your qualifications, skills, experience, and location. Benefits include, but are not limited to, comprehensive healthcare (including infertility coverage), generous paid time off including paid childbirth and parental leave and mental health days, pet insurance, and 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting. To learn more, review the Keep You and Yours Healthy, Balancing Work and Life, and Where Talent Takes Shape links under the Better Benefits. Better Work. Better Life section of our careers site. Physical and Mental Requirements While performing duties of this job, an employee may be required to perform any, or all of the following: attend meetings in and out of the office, travel, communicate effectively (both orally and in writing), and be able to effectively use computers and other electronic and standard office equipment with, or without, a reasonable accommodation. Additionally, this job requires certain mental demands, including the ability to use judgement, withstand moderate amounts of stress and maintain attention to detail with, or without, a reasonable accommodation. Surescripts is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Disabled/Vets