General Counsel

AAPC

General Counsel leading legal, compliance, and governance for AAPC, a healthcare training, certification, and solutions association. Advising executives and managing corporate legal operations across departments.

Posted 8/16/2026full-timeRemote • Utah • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in business and corporate law, with a focus on compliance, contract negotiation, and risk management. Proven ability to provide legal counsel in fast-paced environments while ensuring adherence to domestic and international regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

J.D. DegreeLicensed Member Of The Utah Bar7+ Years Of Legal ExperienceBusiness/Corporate Law ExpertiseHealthcare And Education Industry Experience

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Hard Skills

Contract DraftingLegal Risk ManagementCorporate GovernanceEmployment LawMergers And AcquisitionsRegulatory ComplianceAnalytical Problem-Solving

Soft Skills

Superlative Communication SkillsWell-OrganizedAbility To Thrive In Fast-Paced Environments

Certifications & Qualifications

J.D. DegreeLicensed Member Of The Utah Bar

Industry Keywords

Corporate LawHealthcare IndustryEducation IndustryBoard GovernanceLegislative Monitoring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide accurate, relevant, and timely counsel on legal issues affecting or potentially affecting the business
Represent AAPC on legal matters and other business interests
Source, manage, and optimize the use of external counsel
Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts and agreements with employees, clients, partners, vendors, institutions, and governments
Coordinate and assist with corporate governance matters involving the Board of Directors, lenders, regulatory bodies, and banking entities
Attend Board meetings and assist with Board minutes and resolutions
Manage and mitigate legal risks through company policies, procedures, and best practices
Ensure compliance with domestic and international laws and regulations applicable to the business
Provide legal counsel on employment law, mergers and acquisitions, and compliance
Monitor legislative changes affecting the business and industry
Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and protected information
Report to the CEO, serve on the Executive Management Team, and lead AAPC’s corporate legal function across departments

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D. degree required
Licensed and admitted member of the Utah bar in good standing
At least 7 years of legal experience as inside counsel
Strong experience with all facets of business/corporate law
Experience with healthcare and/or education industries is a plus
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Superlative communication skills
Ability to find fast, optimal solutions to complex problems
Well-organized and hard-working
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment and manage numerous projects simultaneously under deadline press
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Must not require employment visa sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance
Health Savings Account
Generous PTO and Holiday Pay
401(k) retirement plan
Remote work-from-home option consideration
Compensation commensurate with experience