Position Summary:

Reporting to a senior member of the Legal team, the Senior Corporate Counsel should be a bright, energetic, business-minded and self-motivated transactional attorney with at least 5 years of transactional legal experience (commercial, general corporate, and/or M&A).

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating commercial contracts, including sales, channels and vendor contracts, RFP responses, and supporting documents
Providing ongoing commercial legal advice and support to the sales, product, marketing, account management, and business development teams
Working closely with management and business partners on a variety of agreements and issues impacting a rapidly growing healthcare IT company
Collaborating with, supporting, advising, and facilitating cross-team decision-making among internal teams.
Conducting legal trainings for business stakeholders on a variety of commercial legal issues
Supporting corporate transactional work, as needed (e.g., M&A and strategic investments)
Assisting with other general legal matters to be assigned as company needs warrant
Contributing to legal department leadership, mentoring junior staff, and promoting continuous process improvement

Education, Experience, & Skills Required:

J.D. from a well-recognized law school and excellent academic credentials
Admitted to the Massachusetts state bar or another U.S. state bar
5-8 years commercial and/or corporate transactional experience required, prior in-house or large law firm experience a plus
Regulatory or technology (especially health industry) experience preferred
Superior verbal and written communication skills (including contract drafting), including the ability to communicate concisely to clients & employees, integrate legal and business knowledge, and provide balanced advice regarding risks
Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability and willingness to spend the time necessary to meet demanding deadlines and adjust to shifting priorities
Ability to think creatively and strategically, with both business acumen and legal skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and to flourish in a fast-paced environment
A writing exercise will be a critical component to the interview process

Required of all employees of the Legal Department:

Self-starter
Excellent written and verbal communication
Meticulous attention to detail and process
Ability to maintain poise and a sense of humor in stressful situations

About athenahealth

Our vision: In an industry that becomes more complex by the day, we stand for simplicity. We offer IT solutions and expert services that eliminate the daily hurdles preventing healthcare providers from focusing entirely on their patients — powered by our vision to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all.

Our company culture: Our talented employees — or athenistas, as we call ourselves — spark the innovation and passion needed to accomplish our vision. We are a diverse group of dreamers and do-ers with unique knowledge, expertise, backgrounds, and perspectives. We unite as mission-driven problem-solvers with a deep desire to achieve our vision and make our time here count. Our award-winning culture is built around shared values of inclusiveness, accountability, and support.

Our DEI commitment: Our vision of accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all requires addressing the inequities that stand in the way. That's one reason we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our business, from attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce to maintaining an inclusive environment for athenistas, our partners, customers and the communities where we work and serve.

What we can do for you:

Along with health and financial benefits, athenistas enjoy perks specific to each location, including commuter support, employee assistance programs, tuition assistance, employee resource groups, and collaborative workspaces — some offices even welcome dogs.

We also encourage a better work-life balance for athenistas with our flexibility. While we know in-office collaboration is critical to our vision, we recognize that not all work needs to be done within an office environment, full-time. With consistent communication and digital collaboration tools, athenahealth enables employees to find a balance that feels fulfilling and productive for each individual situation.

In addition to our traditional benefits and perks, we sponsor events throughout the year, including book clubs, external speakers, and hackathons. We provide athenistas with a company culture based on learning, the support of an engaged team, and an inclusive environment where all employees are valued.