SVP, Deputy Legal Counsel

Position Summary The Senior Vice President, Deputy General Counsel (SVP/DGC) is a key member of the senior leadership team and serves as a legal, strategic, and policy partner to the organization. The executive provides forwardu2011looking legal, regulatory, government relations, and community affairs guidance in support of the mission, vision, and values of Atlantic Health. The SVP/DGC is responsible for setting proactive strategic direction and executing legal and policy programs that minimize risk, ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulatory requirements, strengthen government and community relationships, and advance Atlantic Healthu2019s business and publicu2011policy objectives. The executive also provides effective oversight of outside legal counsel. The SVP/DGC participates as a member of the senior leadership team in identifying and addressing strategic issues and oversees a broad portfolio including strategic business transactions (including mergers & acquisitions), commercial contracts, real estate matters, risk mitigation, insurance, regulatory compliance, privacy, physician alignment strategies, litigation, research and intellectual property, health information technology, labor and employment, medical staff matters, patient care matters, reimbursement, government relations, community affairs, and outside counsel management. Direct reporting relationships to the SVP/DGC are: u2022 Vice President & Chief Risk Officer u2022 Vice President, Corporate Legal Services Responsibilities as Senior Leader of Legal Department u2022 Provides senior leadership for the unified legal services function, which serves as the exclusive resource responsible for providing internal legal services and coordinating the retention of outside counsel for all of Atlantic Health. u2022 Partners with senior functional leaders to develop integrated crossu2011functional legal, regulatory, and government affairs strategies and plans that protect the organization and advance its mission. u2022 Oversees the System's risk management activities to minimize liability and proactively address issues. Oversees the resolution of all legal claims against the System and its component parts. Oversees the Vice President, Chief Risk Officer in coordinating with healthcare professional liability, general liability, casualty and employment practices insurance programs as to policy limits, deductibles or retentions, and claims. u2022 Works with the Vice President, Chief Compliance Officer to coordinate and implement strategy related to privacy and compliance to ensure alignment of regulatory interests and organizational objectives. u2022 Oversees Legal Department personnel, budget, policies, and responsibilities to ensure appropriate internal staffing, allocation of budgets for internal and external spend, and consistent standards of operation. u2022 Advances a culture of collaboration with internal stakeholders to arrive at legally compliant and policyu2011informed solutions that support business goals. u2022 Develops and implements standards for the provision of legal services to enhance quality, efficiency and value, including through the broad use of existing and emerging technology. u2022 Stewards legal resources by issuing RFPs for legal services, negotiating and monitoring fee arrangements and by directing and evaluating the work performed by retained counsel for quality, efficiency, performance and results. u2022 Collaborates with other functional leaders in the development and review of policies and procedures. Responsibilities as Strategic Partner: u2022 Understands the legal, operating and financial structures of Atlantic Health and analyzes the legal impact of current or planned activities within those structures. u2022 Understands and clearly articulates legal issues affecting the operations of Atlantic Health, including applicable law and regulatory matters. u2022 Maintains a deep understanding of the healthcare industry and developing trends. u2022 Provides solution-oriented, strategic legal and business advice and options to senior leadership to facilitate growth and success of Atlantic Health. u2022 Aligns legal priorities and resources with organizational strategy and business goals. u2022 Monitors and educates senior leadership regarding changes in the law and developments impacting the healthcare industry and the organization, its operations and goals. u2022 Provides strategic counsel and legal support regarding business strategy and various commercial business transactions (including the purchase, sale, lease, and other transactions involving real estate, construction, physician groups or entities, and related healthcare organizations). u2022 Provides legal expertise and support on mergers, affiliations, and other organizational transactions, including compliance with the Federal Trade Commission and/or other federal and state regulatory bodies, and participates actively on the team responsible for coordinating and managing related processes, especially during the due diligence, merger, and transitional phases. u2022 Assumes direct involvement as appropriate in complex legal issues and in overseeing and negotiating critical contracts and developing effective solutions. u2022 Assesses and advises on responses to crisis situations impacting Atlantic Health. u2022 Oversees government affairs team and represents the interests of Atlantic Health in contacts with outside parties, including attorneys, other companies and government agencies. Responsibilities in Recruitment and Retention: u2022 Fosters a culture that attracts and retains talent and that embraces Atlantic Healthu2019s mission, vision and values. u2022 Supports, recognizes and rewards colleagues for their work, through mentoring and providing opportunities to develop and expand their knowledge, experience and growth. u2022 Advances team connectivity and knowledge through Legal Department meetings, huddles and educational sessions on legal developments and challenges. Preferred Qualifications u2022 JD degree from an accredited law school and active law license, with the ability to obtain a New Jersey inu2011house license if not admitted in New Jersey.u2022 Ten years of healthcare law experience, with deep knowledge of hospital and payor regulation and expertise supporting hospital/healthcare business operations and contracting. u2022 Prior experience in a large national or regional law firm, including exposure to sophisticated healthcare, corporate, regulatory, and litigation matters.u2022 Legislative or government affairs experience, including interpreting, influencing, or responding to federal and state legislative or regulatory developments affecting healthcare organizations.u2022 Significant transactional experience, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, partnerships, joint ventures, and other transactions involving healthcare organizations, providers, foru2011profit and nonprofit entities, payors, ambulatory surgery centers, imaging centers, and/or related entities.u2022 Experience with the Federal Trade Commission and Hartu2011Scottu2011Rodino (HSR) filings, including preu2011merger notification requirements, regulatory strategy, and coordination with federal and state agencies.u2022 Antitrust experience, including advising on competition issues, marketu2011power considerations, integration strategies, and compliance with federal and state antitrust laws.u2022 Litigation experience, including managing outside counsel, overseeing complex litigation, and advising on strategy for professional liability, commercial disputes, employment matters, and regulatory enforcement actions.u2022 Wellu2011versed in healthcare fraud and abuse laws, including the False Claims Act, Antiu2011Kickback Statute, Stark Law, and related enforcement trends.u2022 Knowledge and experience across all aspects of health law, including acute care and outpatient/communityu2011based operations, compliance, reimbursement, privacy, information technology, nonprofit governance, and taxu2011exempt organization requirements.u2022 Proven track record of providing strategic legal advice to senior leaders and negotiating complex legal issues in the healthcare industry.u2022 Strong leadership experience, serving as a trusted and proactive advisor to an organization of comparable size and complexity.u2022 Previous management responsibility for a legal organization, including establishing or maintaining systems, processes, policies, and procedures to run a highly professional department and support strategic and charitable goals.u2022 Deep understanding of federal and state laws and regulations impacting healthcare systems, along with a strong grasp of emerging industry trends.u2022 Ability to interact effectively with system leaders, government officials, opposing counsel, regulators, and other stakeholders.u2022 Ability to establish credibility internally and externally, instilling confidence while ensuring legal and regulatory compliance.u2022 Strategic, innovative thinker capable of influencing across broad constituencies.u2022 Poised, credible, and confident executive presence that commands respect and fosters trust.u2022 Strong leadership and management skills, including strategic planning, change management, communication, team building, continuous improvement, problem solving, decisionu2011making, innovation, and financial stewardship.u2022 Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to simplify and clearly articulate complex legal, regulatory, and business issues in both written and oral form. Salary range: $442,396 - $827,307 based only; excludes all incentives. At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include: + Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ + Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ + Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ + Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ + Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ + Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ + CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ + Atlantic Home Care and Hospice + Atlantic Mobile Health + Atlantic Rehabilitation We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of AllSpire Health Partners. We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades: + 100 Best Companies to Work For u00ae and FORTUNEu00ae magazine for 15 years + Best Places to Work in Healthcare - Modern Healthcare + 150 Top Places to work in Healthcare - Becker's Healthcare + 100 Accountable Care Organizations to Know - Becker's Hospital Review + Best Employers for Workers over 50 - AARP + Gold-Level

Created: 2026-02-23