Senior Vice President, Legal

Company Overview:

At The Joint Chiropractic, we're transforming healthcare with our mission to improve quality of life through routine and affordable chiropractic care. As a leader in the industry, we’re expanding rapidly, and we’re looking for a dynamic Senior Vice President, Legal to join our team and help shape our legal strategies, ensuring compliance, reducing risk, and protecting the interests of our business.

Position Summary:

The Senior Vice President (SVP), Legal is a strategic leadership position reporting to the CEO and is responsible for overseeing and managing all legal aspects of The Joint Chiropractic’s operations. This role involves providing expert legal counsel on franchising, corporate governance, contracts, compliance, litigation, and regulatory matters. You will also manage outside counsel to ensure full SEC compliance and compliance with regulatory matters. You will partner with senior leadership to drive business growth while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. This is an exciting opportunity to have a direct impact on the legal landscape of a rapidly growing healthcare organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Legal Counsel

+ You’ll provide proactive legal guidance to the executive team on business strategy, risk mitigation, and key decisions, including franchising, intellectual property, labor, and corporate governance.

Franchise System Support

+ Oversee all aspects of franchise law compliance, including the oversight, drafting and management of Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs) and franchise agreements, while ensuring adherence to federal and state franchise regulations to support the growth and integrity of the franchise network.

+ Act as the primary legal advisor on day-to-day franchise matters, partnering with operations and franchise development teams to address legal questions, resolve compliance issues, and support franchisees in understanding and adhering to legal standards.

Contract Negotiation & Management

+ You’ll lead the negotiation and drafting of a variety of complex legal agreements including franchise agreements, supplier contracts, licensing deals, and more, ensuring all contracts protect the company's interests.

Litigation Management

+ Oversee any litigation or disputes, working with external counsel when necessary, to resolve issues efficiently while minimizing the company’s risk exposure.

Compliance Leadership

+ Ensure that the company is in full compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements, including healthcare regulations, franchise law, employment law, and data privacy laws. You’ll develop and implement compliance programs and policies to protect the company.

Corporate Governance

+ Advise the board of directors and senior leadership on best practices for corporate governance and ensure compliance with regulations governing corporate structure and shareholder agreements.

Healthcare Legal Risk Management

+ Ensure the company adheres to healthcare-specific regulations, including HIPAA and patient privacy laws. You will be responsible for managing healthcare compliance and reducing legal risks related to patient care and safety.

Qualifications:

+ Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

+ Licensed to practice law and in good standing with the relevant bar association.

+ 7-12 years of legal experience in franchising required, publicly listed and/or healthcare compliance experience strongly preferred.

+ Proven ability to handle complex legal matters and provide strategic advice to senior leadership.

+ Expertise in managing contracts, litigation, and compliance programs, ideally in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Compensation:

+ Salary: $225 - 275k DOE

+ Medical, Dental, Vision

+ 401k w/company match

+ PTO Accrual

Why Join Us?

At The Joint Chiropractic, you will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on a growing organization that values health, wellness, and innovation. This role offers a dynamic and supportive environment where you can lead change, inspire others, and drive success across our clinics and franchise network.

Apply Today:

If you are a visionary operations leader with a passion for health and wellness and a drive to achieve operational excellence, we encourage you to apply and join us on our mission to make chiropractic care more accessible for all.

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