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Vizient
Legal Counsel II
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What they do
A Lawyer represents clients in legal matters or court proceedings, provides legal advice and draws up legal documents. Works on criminal or civil cases, and either specializes in one area or practices broadly across all areas of law.
$127,476 / year median in Texas
+15% projected growth
Job Description
When you're the best, we're the best. We instill an environment where employees feel engaged, satisfied and able to contribute their unique skills and talents while living and working as their authentic selves. We provide extensive opportunities for personal and professional development, building both employee competence and organizational capability to fuel exceptional performance through an inclusive environment both now and in the future. Summary In this role, you will manage and negotiate complex customer agreements with healthcare providers across the country. You will collaborate with a team of Vizient attorneys to provide efficient service to a broad array of clients. Responsibilities Draft, review, negotiate a variety of complex commercial contracts. Respond to legal requests and questions quickly and courteously. Provide counseling and training to business teams regarding contract terms, negotiations, strategies and other legal issues as needed. Build relationships with business unit team members through an open and collaborative style. Assist business teams in achieving the company's goals and objectives in a legal and ethical manner. Work collaboratively with fellow legal team members to improve processes, share best practices, and generally promote a collegial working environment. Proactively identify legal and regulatory risks and trends, and provide related advice. Qualifications Juris Doctorate (JD) degree required. Admission to the bar in at least one state required. 3 or more years of relevant experience working as legal counsel in a law firm and/or in-house required Experience working as legal counsel in a law firm and/or in-house legal counsel preferred. Extensive knowledge and negotiation experience working with complex commercial transactions and general contracting matters. Ability to effectively manage responsibilities with an appropriate sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills, and acute attention to detail. Ability to exercise independent judgment, and to work with and maintain confidential and sensitive information. Proven ability to take a proactive long-term view of business goals and objectives to achieve strategic business results. The ideal candidate will join us in a hybrid workplace model (3 days in office) at our office located in Irving, TX. Estimated Hiring Range At Vizient, we consider skills, experience, and organizational needs in our compensation approach. Geographic factors may adjust the range estimate and hires typically fall below the top range. Compensation decisions are tailored to individual circumstances. The current salary range for this role is $135,200.00 to $236,600.00. This position is also incentive eligible. Vizient has a comprehensive benefits plan!