Vice President - General Counsel

Benefits

We Offer Outstanding Benefits:

• Paid Time Off & Paid Company Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• $0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits
• $0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy Pharmacies
• Travel Insurance & Pet Insurance
• Subsidized Gym Membership
• And much more!

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Vice President - General Counsel

Overview

Legacy Community Health, a leading provider of comprehensive healthcare services, is seeking an accomplished professional for the role of Vice President - General Counsel at our Houston, TX location. This esteemed position is at the helm of our legal department, pivotal in driving the organization's risk management strategy and ensuring full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. The role is integral to upholding a culture of integrity, compliance, and collaboration — essential for advancing community healthcare delivery.

In this executive leadership position, you will provide expert legal counsel to the C-suite, Board of Directors, and senior management, guiding complex legal landscapes to enhance healthcare excellence and safeguard our constituents. Your strategic direction will lead corporate governance, risk management, and safeguard our operations against potential liabilities, while promoting a cooperative team environment conducive to professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the legal department in delivering comprehensive legal oversight for Legacy Community Health.
• Oversee enterprise risk management by establishing and maintaining policies to mitigate potential risks effectively.
• Ensure organizational adherence to HIPAA regulations and all pertinent legal requirements.
• Manage corporate governance, ensuring adherence to legal and ethical frameworks.
• Direct internal audits to guarantee prudent risk assessment and effective management processes.
• Address Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) matters and resolve complex legal issues related to employee relations.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to provide expert legal, regulatory, and compliance counsel.
• Foster a culture of compliance and integrity across all departments.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admittance to practice law in the state of Texas.
• Extensive experience in a senior legal or general counsel position, preferably within the healthcare industry.
• Strong expertise in compliance, enterprise risk management, HIPAA regulations, and corporate governance practices.
• Proven ability to provide strategic legal guidance to executive teams and boards of directors.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven track record of managing complex legal and regulatory challenges in a dynamic environment.

About Legacy Community Health

With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to health—every day, in every way.

At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a job—they want a meaningful career that makes a real impact.

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Core Employee Expectations

At Legacy Community Health, our mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:

Approachable & Collaborative

We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.

Driven & Committed

We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy change—within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.

Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators

We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.

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