SVP, Human Resources & General Counsel

Senior Vice President, Human Resources & General Counsel We are an established, successful & growing company in the reproductive healthcare space inthe Greater San Gabriel Valley. We look to hire for this confidential search an SVP HumanResources & General Counsel, reporting to the Company President.QualificationsMinimumJuris Doctorate from an accredited Law school required. Preferred additional undergraduate degree in human resources management, hospitality management, organizational psychology, psychology, social science, sociology, communications or related field. Applicable additional Human Resources certifications (e.g., SHRM, JEDI, DE&I) preferred. A minimum of 10 years of HR experience, with at least 5 years of executive or senior leadership HR. Added experience in HR compliance and quality management, OSHA, Facilities and Infrastructure Safety and Security, a plus.JOB FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIESPrimary ResponsibilitiesLeads at a highly executive, seasoned, mature and independently functioning leadership level the legal, HR, HR compliance, corporate compliance, HIPAA compliance and enterprise risk functions, programs and strategy for the enterprise including but not limited to:HR:Establish and implement HR efforts that effectively communicate and support the company's mission, culture, commitment to ethics and just workplace, and strategic vision.Develop and executive accountability and oversight of HR plans, programs, and strategies to support the achievement of the overall business operations objectives.Function as a strategic business advisor to the executive of each business unit regarding key organizational and human resources management issues.Develop comprehensive strategic recruiting and staffing plans to meet the human capital growth and strategic goals.Develop and implement comprehensive compensation/incentive and benefits plans that are competitive and cost-effective.Provide overall leadership and guidance to the HR function by overseeing talent acquisition, career development, succession planning, retention, organizational training, leadership development, compensation and payroll.Manage human resources/labor and employment compliance and best practices frameworks, processes, and desired outcomes.Serve as the chief champion of HR compliance, culture and people.Executive accountability for and oversight of staff recruitment and retention.Executive accountability and oversight of Staff/Culture Event Planning.Expertise in budgeting and expense control.Expertise in workplace and workplace premises safety/security management.Expertise devising, implementing, and managing ongoing growth and development of JEDI programs (Just, Equitable, Diverse, and Inclusive workplace)Oversight and accountability for compliant, ethical, and strategic management of applicable ERISA programs and employee benefits plans, including but not limited to 401k plans, pension plans, cafeteria plans, FSA plans, medical /dental /vision /life/ disability plans and other plans.Oversight and accountability for compliant, ethical, and strategic management of employee benefits plans.Executive accountability and oversight of applicable facilities and physical security programs across corporate and clinical sites (working collaboratively with regional clinical leaders for clinical sites).Other duties as assigned.Legal/Compliance/Risk/Regulatory:The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in business litigation, labor & employment litigation, medical litigation and/or personal injury litigation. You will lead the office of the General Counsel and support the President/Chief Legal Officer with all litigation, claims, corporate, insurance portfolio, transactional and governance processes; as well as law and motion and discovery practices. You should have strong writing and advocacy skills, as well as versed in client management and project management processes.The ideal candidate is also comfortable communicating regularly with internal team members, leadership, external counsel, vendors, and affiliates. This role will also lead, support, cultivate and mentor junior legal/compliance/risk staff members. This is a great opportunity to become the General Counsel & SVP HR, without already being a GC.Legal advice: Advising on legal issues, including potential risks and implications of business initiatives, decisions and programsContract management: Reviewing, writing, negotiating, and managing legal contracts and processesCompliance: Ensuring legal compliance with employee safety, HR, patient safety, healthcare regulatory, corporate compliance, HIPAA compliance, mergers and acquisitions, and other laws and regulationsRisk management: Managing operational and strategic legal risks, and overseeing crisis managementLitigation and Claims Management: Developing and overseeing a litigation strategy to minimize costs, losses and injury and optimize quality, standardization and ethics.Policies and proceduresDeveloping and implementing legal/compliance/risk policies and proceduresOutside counsel: Managing the work of outside counsel effectively, cost efficiently, and strategically as a leaderLegal forms and documents: Reviewing legal forms and documentsInsurance contracts: Reviewing insurance contractsMarketing activitiesReviewing marketing activities for legal compliance and protect intellectual propertyInsurance Portfolio Risk Management: supporting President with oversight of organizational/enterprise insurance risk portfolio and claims/risk management.Ethics Program: supporting President and teams in developing, maintaining and championing an ethical transparent culture and program of training and policies. Supporting a program of just culture.Other General Counsel Qualifications and Duties:Communicating with outside counselRegulatory complianceOversee all general legal operationsReview draft contractsAdvise on litigation strategyPlan and develop a legal strategyPreserving all corporate recordsCorporate governanceCreate legal templatesIntellectual property protection and managementLegal advisor to the executive teamProviding legal guidance to all levels of staff whether junior, senior, executive, clinical, administrative, scientific, technical, creative, digital or otherStrong interpersonal, negotiation, and communications skillsAble to train staff in legal requirements, ethics, HIPAA, contract law, and business lawComfortable anticipating legal risk and making high-stakes decisionsHigh level of business ethics and problem-solving capabilityIn-depth knowledge of the laws and legal limitations applicable to the industryExperience navigating the judicial system within a network of local and regional resourcesDemonstrated ability to create and manage legal documentation, procedures, and litigationGeneral Required Skills/Abilities:Experience in strategic and leadership human resources management leading organizations of at least 200 staff members; preferred added experience in healthcare environments or hospitality.Experience within multi-site and expansive organizations.High EQ and desire for visibility.Unsatisfied with the status quo.Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.Thorough knowledge of HR Compliance, and staff Compensation and Incentive Plan design frameworks and implementation.Excellent organizational skills and robust attention to detail.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong supervisory and leadership skills.Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.Knowledge of and experience with varied HRIS systems; ADP a plus.Proficient with Employee Benefits design and strategic planning.Proficient in recruitment and retention programs including at executive and/or clinicalprovider levels.Proficient with administration of employee plans and benefits including 401k, cafeteria plans and ERISA plans.Proficient with organizational-level people and culture program development, programevolution and engagementProficient with labor and employment, employee benefits, employee plans, OSHA, human resources compliance and related compliance frameworksProficient with enterprise-wide organizational/workforce training program design, implementation and maintenance.Proficient with managing complex legal matters.Proficient with managing legal bills and outside legal support vendors.Proficient in managing insurance and claims.Team PlayerAdhere to our Policies and ProceduresProvide excellent customer serviceMaintain a positive attitudeYou welcome feedback and love to learn. You get energy from working closely with a teamFlexible and open to changeAccept responsibility and accountability for actionsAssist and cooperate with administration and supervisorsProactive to eliminate crisis managementMaintain confidentiality in all aspects of daily work, recognizing that many confidential documents and conversations will need to be relayedDemonstrate regard for the dignity and respect of all team members and visitorsChampion effective and consistent communication, both orally and in writingCoordinate efforts to work effectively with others in a manner that is productive, recognizing that this creates continued development of the "team" conceptInteract with other team members in a way that promotes a harmonious and cooperative working environmentParticipate in performance improvement activities

Created: 2025-03-03