Vice President - General Counsel (4317)

Vice President, General Counsel

Seven Hills Foundation | Executive Leadership

• Salary: $250,000.00 to $285,000.00 per year
• Seven Hills Foundation is seeking an accomplished and strategic Vice President, General Counsel to serve as the organization’s chief legal advisor and a trusted member of the executive leadership team.
• Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the Vice President, General Counsel will provide strategic legal guidance to the CEO, Board of Directors, and senior leadership across all divisions of Seven Hills Foundation.
• This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced attorney who combines strong legal expertise with business judgment, leadership, and a commitment to mission-driven work.

What You’ll Do

As Vice President, General Counsel, you will

• Serve as the organization’s chief legal advisor to the President & CEO, Board of Directors, and senior leadership.
• Provide strategic counsel on corporate governance, business operations, compliance, risk management, and regulatory matters.
• Lead legal strategy related to contracts, employment matters, litigation, real estate, insurance, and corporate transactions.
• Oversee litigation, including outside counsel, litigation strategy, discovery, and settlement negotiations.
• Lead legal support for mergers, acquisitions, affiliations, and other strategic transactions, including due diligence and transaction negotiations.
• Advise on federal and state regulatory requirements, including employment law, HIPAA, privacy, healthcare/mental health regulations, and funder requirements.
• Partner with Human Resources, Quality & Compliance, Finance, and other leadership teams on complex and sensitive organizational matters.
• Develop and deliver legal training for managers and leaders.
• Lead the Legal Department and manage its budget and outside legal resources.
• Help develop policies and procedures that support compliance, sound governance, and organizational best practices.
• Why Seven Hills Foundation?
• At Seven Hills Foundation, legal leadership is about more than managing risk. It is about helping a mission-driven organization grow responsibly, protect the people and communities it serves, and make sound decisions that support its long-term future.
• The Vice President, General Counsel will have the opportunity to work closely with executive leadership and the Board while influencing strategy across a complex and dynamic organization.
• If you are an experienced legal executive ready to make a meaningful impact through strategic, mission-driven leadership, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire, or ability to obtain admission in all three states.
• 10+ years of legal experience, with substantial in-house experience preferred.
• 10+ years of management experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in areas such as employment law, contracts, corporate governance, litigation, real estate, healthcare/mental health law, regulatory compliance, and/or M&A.
• Proven ability to negotiate complex matters, assess risk, solve problems, and exercise sound judgment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership, organizational, analytical, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience in human services, healthcare, behavioral health, or nonprofit organizations is a plus.

Required Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the state bar.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, preferably in a healthcare or non-profit organization.
• Proven track record in a senior legal position, with experience in managing legal teams and advising executive leadership.
• Extensive experience in handling complex legal matters, including litigation, compliance, and regulatory issues.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic planning and execution within a legal framework.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop a legal team.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Superior communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex legal concepts to non-legal stakeholders.
• High level of integrity and ethical standards in all professional dealings.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other departments and external partners to achieve organizational goals.
• Proficiency in legal research and staying updated with changes in laws and regulations affecting the organization.