Corporate Counsel Jobs

Work Schedule :

This is a 1.0 FTE position. Shifts will be scheduled Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM with some on call hours. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Be part of something remarkable

Bring your experience advising hospitals and other health care providers on health law matters to UW Health.

We are seeking a Corporate Counsel to:

• Provide counsel to operational leaders, Human Resources and the provider accountability team (Provider Services) on labor and employment law matters, including hiring, onboarding, discipline, FMLA, FLSA, ADA accommodations, discrimination and harassment investigations, and severance agreements.
• Perform detailed legal research and draft personnel policies and procedures and various staffing contracts.
• Manage administrative employment litigation (EEOC, ERD) for client areas, including complaint investigation and response, settlement negotiations, hearing preparation and representation at administrative hearings.

At UW Health, you will have :

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans.
• Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.

Education :

Minimum – Juris Doctorate or equivalent law degree.

Work Experience :

Minimum – At least five (5) years of experience advising on a broad range of employment-related legal matters.

Preferred –

• Experience advising hospitals and other health care providers

Licenses and Certifications :

Minimum – Admission (or eligibility for admission) to the Wisconsin Bar

Preferred – Admission (or eligibility for admission) to the Illinois Bar

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

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