Vice President & Associate General Counsel, Litigation

About the Company: Well-recognized operator of hospitals, nursing centers & other healthcare facilities Industry Hospital & Health CareType Privately Held Founded 1985 Employees 10,001+Categories Health and Wellness Health Care Health & Wellness Louisville Specialtieslong-term acute care hospitals nursing and rehabilitation centers inpatient rehabilitation hospitals homecare hospice physical therapy occupational therapy speech/language pathology transitional care hospitals transitional care centers inpatient rehabilitation hospital services long term acute care hospitals sub-acute units and transitional care hospitals Business ClassificationsB2CAbout the RoleThe Company is seeking a Vice President and Associate General Counsel, Litigation, to lead its litigation function and manage potential and active disputes, investigations, and related legal matters. Responsibilities include directing litigation strategy, overseeing outside counsel and discovery, conducting internal investigations, advising business partners and senior leaders, and representing the organization in mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings. The role also oversees liability claims, settlement recommendations, legal reserves, litigation reporting, and legal support functions such as subpoena response, e-discovery, and records management. The successful candidate will provide proactive guidance on employment, business, class and collective action, and professional liability matters, while supporting compliance and delivering internal legal training. Candidates must hold a Juris Doctor degree and have at least nine years of progressive litigation or litigation management experience, with emphasis on labor and employment law, general or professional liability claims, or equivalent experience. Deep knowledge of employment laws, litigation processes, and professional liability matters is required. The role calls for strong strategic judgment, experience managing outside counsel and legal budgets, and a proven ability to conduct investigations and handle government inquiries. Excellent communication, discretion, integrity, and the ability to manage multiple complex matters are essential. Hiring Manager Title General Counsel FunctionsLegal