Emory University (“Emory” or the “University”) has engaged Major, Lindsey & Africa on an exclusive basis to conduct a national search for a Chief Counsel for Health Affairs.

Organization:

Emory University is an inquiry-driven, ethically engaged, and diverse community whose members work collaboratively for positive transformation in the world through courageous leadership in teaching, research, scholarship, health care, and public service. The University is recognized internationally for its outstanding liberal arts college, superb professional schools, and one of the Southeast's leading health care systems, Emory Healthcare.

Emory Healthcare is the fully owned and integrated academic health system of Emory University. Georgia’s most comprehensive health system, Emory cares for patients making more than six million visits each year.

Overview:

Emory University’s Office of the General Counsel seeks a Chief Counsel for Health Affairs to oversee all legal matters for Emory Healthcare, and to serve as the primary legal advisor to Emory Healthcare’s CEO, senior management team, Board of Directors, 11 hospitals, and more than 490 outpatient provider locations.

Experience:

The successful candidate will be an emotionally intelligent manager with at least 20 years of broad-based experience in health care law. Candidates with significant experience as the General Counsel or Deputy General Counsel for a large health system, hospital, or healthcare organization are strongly preferred.

Location:

Atlanta, Georgia (This role requires an in-office presence at least two days per week).

Relocation:

Yes. This is a national search.

Compensation:

Competitive salary and excellent benefits.

About Major, Lindsey & Africa

Founded in 1982, Major, Lindsey & Africa is the world’s largest and most experienced legal search firm. Combining local market knowledge and a global recruiting network, MLA has earned recognition for its track record of successful General Counsel, Corporate Counsel, Partner, Associate and Law Firm Management placements. With offices throughout the U.S., Hong Kong, London, and Tokyo, MLA recruiters are dedicated to understanding and meeting clients’ and candidates’ needs while maintaining the highest degree of professionalism and confidentiality. MLA considers every search a diversity search, and has been committed to diversity in the law since its inception. For these reasons, MLA was voted “Best Legal Search Firm in the U.S.” in the most recent national survey of America’s top law firms. To learn more about MLA, please visit our website at www.mlaglobal.com.

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