Job description
JOB SUMMARY:
This role will require four days per week on site at the Envista Corporate Headquarters in Orange County, California.
The Senior Counsel will be a member of Envista’s in-house legal leadership team, representing the company’s broad portfolio of dental businesses and providing legal support to Envista’s global commercial operations. This lawyer will report to the operating company General Counsel and will serve as Senior Legal Counsel for Kerr, Metrex and Orascoptic (KMO) businesses globally, as well as Envista’s Implant businesses (Implant Direct and Nobel Biocare) in North America.
The Senior Counsel will be responsible for partnering with business clients and other members of the global in-house legal and compliance team to provide effective legal support in areas including, but not limited to, contracts, compliance, marketing, and competition. This lawyer will support cross-functional teams and may supervise outside counsel, providing specialized advice on transactions or matters requiring additional support domestically and outside the U.S.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Gain a solid understanding of the Kerr, Metrex, Orascoptic, and North America dental Implants businesses to identify appropriate legal strategies to facilitate the businesses’ goals and minimize challenges
Work collaboratively with the Envista and portfolio business legal and compliance teams to counsel, structure, negotiate, and document transactional matters for the Kerr, Metrex, and Orascoptic businesses globally, as well as the dental Implants businesses in North America, including support for inorganic transactional activity
Manage and work collaboratively with outside counsel, as required
Advise on day-to-day general compliance questions and questions under local civil, commercial, corporate, healthcare, conflicts of interest, data protection, and privacy laws
Perform legal research and analysis, and communicate it in a business-effective manner
Draft legal documents, including contracts, licenses, letters, and related business correspondence
Report and respond to the operating company General Counsel, and work closely with colleagues globally, including other in-house attorneys and the compliance and regulatory teams on a broad variety of business and commercial issues involving the Kerr, Metrex, Orascoptic, and the North America dental Implants businesses
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
Job requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
J.D. Degree from an accredited law school
California Bar or member in good standing of a state bar with ability to be qualified to register as in-house counsel in California
At least 6 years of transactional/healthcare law experience at a nationally recognized law firm and/or as in-house counsel in the United States
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the complexities and compliance-related issues associated with regulated healthcare businesses, including medical device and/or pharmaceuticals
Experience dealing with healthcare authority regulations pertaining to the marketing and sales of medical devices and/or pharmaceuticals
Top level legal acumen
Strong research and writing skills
Strong communication and oral presentation skills
Commitment to the highest standards of ethical conduct
PREFERRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
Strong academic record
Experience advising global healthcare companies
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Ability to work effectively under pressure; managing multiple priorities and conflicting deadlines
Excellent communication skills
Excellent negotiating skills
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Envista and its family of companies (Envista) will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Envista will consider unsolicited referrals and/or resumes submitted by vendors such as search firms, staffing agencies, professional recruiters, fee-based referral services and recruiting agencies (Agency) to have been referred by the Agency free of charge and Envista will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt such unsolicited resumes. An Agency must obtain advance written approval from Envista's internal Talent Acquisition or Human Resources team to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract approved by the Global Talent Acquisition leader and in response to a specific job opening. Envista will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement and written approval in place.
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Life & Disability Insurance
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Paid Time Off
We know that time away from work is essential for rest, balance, and personal priorities. Our paid time off, holidays, and leave programs are designed to give employees the flexibility to recharge and take care of what matters most.
Learning & Career Development
We believe in investing in our people. Through learning opportunities, development programs, and career growth pathways, we empower employees to build meaningful careers and continue growing with us.
At Envista, we’re committed to helping you feel confident and prepared every step of the way. Our interview guide will walk you through what to expect, how to showcase your strengths, and how you can make an impact by helping us champion dental professionals and improve lives.
1. Application Review
After you apply, our team will review your experience and qualifications. If your background aligns with the role, a recruiter will reach out to discuss the opportunity and next steps.
2. Interviews
You’ll meet with members of the hiring team to learn more about the role and share your experience. Depending on the position, this may include multiple conversations focused on your skills, experience, and how you can make an impact.
3. Offer Decision
If selected, you’ll receive an offer outlining compensation, benefits, and other details. Our team will guide you through the process and answer any questions to help you make an informed decision.
4. Onboarding
Once you join, we’ll support your transition with onboarding resources and guidance to help you get started and feel connected from day one.
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