Entry Level In House Counsel Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

About the role

The Associate Risk Counsel provides legal support across a broad range of business, operational, and risk management matters for MyEyeDr.'s growing organization. This role works closely with members of the Legal Department and business leaders to review, draft, negotiate, and manage a variety of legal agreements while helping mitigate legal and operational risk across the enterprise.

The Associate Risk Counsel will gain exposure to diverse areas of law, including commercial contracting, mergers and acquisitions, employment matters, regulatory compliance, risk management, and general corporate legal support. This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of legal matters impacting a rapidly growing healthcare organization with operations across multiple states.

As a member of a collaborative Legal Team, reporting to the Sr. Risk Counsel, the Associate Risk Counsel will support attorneys and business partners on day-to-day legal matters, contract administration, due diligence activities, policy review, and other legal initiatives. The ideal candidate is a practical, business-minded attorney who is eager to develop expertise across multiple legal disciplines while contributing to the success of a fast-paced and dynamic organization.

This is a hybrid remote role, offering a flexible work arrangement out of our Vienna, VA office, with an in-office requirement of two days per week.

The hiring range for this position is $135,000.00 to $145,000.00 annually, exclusive of benefits or bonuses (discretionary and non-discretionary), based on experience and proximity to the Vienna Home Office.

You Will

• Draft, review, and revise a variety of healthcare-related agreements, including optometrist employment and service agreements, professional services agreements, and acquisition-related transaction documents.
• Prepare legal correspondence, contract amendments, and other supporting documentation as needed.
• Support the administration and maintenance of contract lifecycle management systems, document repositories, and cloud-based legal records.
• Review and analyze contract provisions, including compensation structures, restrictive covenants, term and termination provisions, and other key business terms.
• Partner with field operations leaders and internal stakeholders to gather information, understand business needs, and facilitate contract drafting and execution.
• Coordinate and track contract reviews, approvals, and execution status while maintaining accurate records and reporting.
• Manage and collaborate with outside counsel on assigned matters, ensuring timely and cost-effective legal support.
• Develop, maintain, and update standard templates and form agreements for healthcare professionals and related business arrangements.
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to healthcare regulations, privacy and data protection laws, fraud and abuse regulations, including federal Anti-Kickback Statute considerations, and other applicable legal requirements.
• Provide general legal and risk management support to the Legal Department and business partners as assigned.
• Participate in occasional regional travel to support business and legal initiatives.

About You

• Juris Doctor from ABA Approved School, passage of a State Bar Exam and in good standing.
• Ability to gain Corporate Counsel designation with Virginia Bar.
• Minimum 2 years of legal experience, preferably in healthcare, corporate, employment, regulatory, contracts, or an in-house legal environment.
• Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate risks and recommend practical solutions.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and other legal documents.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing business needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to business stakeholders.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships and work effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; experience with contract management or document management systems is preferred.
• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, privacy laws, employment law, or mergers and acquisitions is a plus, but not required.
• Self-motivated, intellectually curious, and eager to learn across a broad range of legal and business matters.

Grow with Us

• Career Development and Training Opportunities
• Participate in a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental coverage, tax-free savings plans, life insurance and more
• Participate in our Vision coverage and associate discounts on our products
• Participate in our 401(k) with competitive company match
• Accrue PTO and paid holidays from day one

Introduction | MyEyeDr.

How do you see yourself today? Are you looking for that unique opportunity where you can make a difference in the lives of the patients we serve? MyEyeDr. is a high-growth, premier healthcare company: a total vision care concept with a unique retail experience. Our trusted community doctors and knowledgeable teams are all focused on helping our patients live their best lives by delivering an exceptional, personalized experience to each of our patients in every interaction. Our business model is unlike others in the industry: we make healthcare accessible by welcoming all insurance and providing a great selection of stylish eyewear that meets the diverse needs of our patients.

This role provides a chance for you to build your professional career with an organization that is purposeful and whose values drive actions. You would have the opportunity to prioritize the care of our associates and our patients, to connect the knowledge of our talented teams to our patients’ needs, and to work in a fun, inclusive environment as part of a collaborative team. We are in search of that unique individual who is inspired by a career focused on helping others and providing quality care while continuously growing professionally and improving MyEyeDr. in meaningful ways. If this is you, we encourage you to apply so you can get your journey started with MyEyeDr. where you can help people see, look, and be their very best.

MyEyeDr. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. MyEyeDr. will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

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