Associate General Counsel
A Place for Mom · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $275,000 / year
- United States
Job highlights
- Oversee legal department operations.
- Manage compliance, privacy, and equity plans.
- Negotiate high-impact agreements and manage litigation.
- Support a dynamic technology company's legal needs.
- Provide legal guidance across business functions.
About the role
Associate General Counsel
The Associate General Counsel, the second-in-line to the General Counsel, will oversee the day-to-day management and administration of the Legal Department, including maintaining compliance with state and federal law, implementing and maintaining privacy controls, equity plan administration, negotiating high-impact vendor and other agreements, managing employment and other litigation, and managing the needs of a dynamic technology company.
Responsibilities:
- Provide legal support and guidance to APFM across various business operations and functions to manage risk and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations
- Lead engagement across internal business departments to identify and resolve legal issues, and support business verticals
- Manage corporate governance and administer equity plan
- Negotiate high-impact agreements and serve as escalation pathway as needed during contract disputes
- Liaise with Human Resources for resources and claims
- Draft and update company policies and procedures
- Partner with Head of Government affairs in proactive and reactive legislative activity
- Partner with finance and banking to maintain internal financial controls, and support annual audit activities
- Day-to-day management of intellectual property portfolio
- Serve as Secretary to 401(k) Committee
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications And Skills:
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
- License to practice in any state
- Minimum seven years’ experience, both law firm and in-house experience preferred, health care experience a plus
- Excellent legal research, writing, and editing skills
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to work in fast-paced, deadline-oriented work environment
- Ability to produce results with high efficiency and accuracy
- Ability to balance risk and agility
- Self-starter and independent working style, understands when to escalate and what can be managed without General Counsel buy-in
Additional Information:
Compensation
Base Salary: $250,000-$275,000
Management Bonus: 30% of annual earnings
This is an exempt position
Benefits:
- 401(k) plus match
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
#remote
#hybrid
About A Place For Mom
A Place for Mom is the leading platform guiding families through every stage of the aging journey. Together, we simplify the senior care search with free, personalized support — connecting caregivers and their loved ones to vetted providers from our network of 15,000+ senior living communities and home care agencies.
Since 2000, our teams have helped millions of families find care that fits their needs. Behind every referral and resource is a shared goal: to help families focus on what matters most — their love for each other.
We’re proud to be a mission-driven company where every role contributes to improving lives. Caring isn’t just a core value — it’s who we are. Whether you’re supporting families directly or driving innovation behind the scenes, your work at A Place for Mom makes a real difference.
Our Employees Live The Company Values Every Day:
- Mission Over Me: We find purpose in helping caregivers and their senior loved ones while approaching our work with empathy.
- Do Hard Things: We are energized by solving challenging problems and see it as an opportunity to grow.
- Drive Outcomes as a Team: We each own the outcome but can only achieve it as a team.
- Win The Right Way: We see organizational integrity as the foundation for how we operate.
- Embrace Change: We innovate and constantly evolve.
Additional Information:
A Place for Mom has recently become aware of the fraudulent use of our name on job postings and via recruiting emails that are illegitimate and not in any way associated with us. APFM will never ask you to provide sensitive personal information as part of the recruiting process, such as your social security number; send you any unsolicited job offers or employment contracts; require any fees, payments, or access to financial accounts; and/or extend an offer without conducting an interview.
If you suspect you are being scammed or have been scammed online, you may report the crime to the Federal Bureau of Investigation and obtain more information regarding online scams at the Federal Trade Commission.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
A Place for Mom uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.
Key skills/competency
- Associate General Counsel
- Legal Department Management
- State and Federal Law Compliance
- Privacy Controls
- Equity Plan Administration
- Contract Negotiation
- Litigation Management
- Employment Law
- Intellectual Property
- Corporate Governance
Skills & topics
- Associate General Counsel
- Legal Counsel
- In-house Counsel
- Corporate Law
- Compliance
- Contract Negotiation
- Litigation Management
- Employment Law
- Intellectual Property
- Equity Plans
- J.D.
- Law Firm
- Healthcare Law
- Technology Company
- Remote
- Hybrid
- Legal Department Management
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience in compliance, contract negotiation, and litigation management, aligning with the Associate General Counsel role at A Place for Mom.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Emphasize your JD, years of experience, and specific skills like equity plan administration and IP portfolio management.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience balancing risk and agility in a fast-paced environment, and your ability to work independently.
- Demonstrate cultural fit: Showcase how your values align with A Place for Mom's, particularly 'Mission Over Me' and 'Do Hard Things'.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities of an Associate General Counsel at A Place for Mom?
- The Associate General Counsel at A Place for Mom will oversee the Legal Department's daily operations, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws, managing privacy controls, administering equity plans, negotiating high-impact agreements, and handling litigation. You will also provide legal support to various business units and manage intellectual property.
- What qualifications are essential for the Associate General Counsel position at A Place for Mom?
- A J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school, a license to practice in any state, and a minimum of seven years of experience (law firm and in-house preferred) are required. Experience in health care is a plus. Strong legal research, writing, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment are also crucial.
- What is the compensation and benefits package for the Associate General Counsel role?
- The Associate General Counsel position offers a base salary between $250,000 and $275,000, with a management bonus of 30% of annual earnings. Benefits include a 401(k) with match, dental, health, and vision insurance, and paid time off.
- Is the Associate General Counsel role at A Place for Mom remote, hybrid, or on-site?
- The job description indicates '#remote' and '#hybrid', suggesting flexibility. Candidates should confirm the specific work arrangement during the application process, as A Place for Mom supports various work models.
- How does A Place for Mom handle potential job scams during the hiring process?
- A Place for Mom has a dedicated notice about fraudulent job postings. They will never ask for sensitive personal information like social security numbers, send unsolicited offers, require fees, or extend an offer without an interview. If you encounter suspicious activity, report it to the FBI and FTC.
- What kind of legal experience is preferred for the Associate General Counsel role at A Place for Mom?
- While a broad range of legal experience is valued, A Place for Mom prefers candidates with a combination of law firm and in-house experience. Specific experience in the health care industry is considered a plus for this role.
- Can you explain A Place for Mom's company values relevant to the Associate General Counsel role?
- A Place for Mom's core values include 'Mission Over Me' (empathy and purpose), 'Do Hard Things' (problem-solving and growth), 'Drive Outcomes as a Team' (collaboration), 'Win The Right Way' (integrity), and 'Embrace Change' (innovation). These values guide the work of all employees, including the legal team.