PpPACS Group, Inc. is a holding company investing in post-acute healthcare facilities, professionals, and ancillary services. Founded in 2013, PACS Group is one of the largest post-acute platforms in the United States. Its independent subsidiaries operate 325 post-acute care facilities with 47,000 employees across 17 states serving over 31,000 patients daily. PACS business support division, PACS Services, provides technology and administrative support services — accounting, finance, human resources, compliance, payroll, AR/AP, legal, risk management, information technology, corporate communication, and other business advice and support — to their healthcare facilities, reducing administrative burdens so their leadership and care teams can focus on the care, well-being, and quality of life of their patients and residents. PACS is one of Utah’s Best Companies to work for. It has also been recognized as one of Utah’s Fastest Growing Companies for multiple years. /ph3Job Summary /h3pReporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), the VP, Corporate Employment Attorney serves as the enterprise’s senior‑most legal authority on all labor and employment matters. This newly created senior leader partners closely with the CHRO, Chief Legal Officer (CLO) and Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) to shape employment‑law strategy, guide organizational decision‑making, and ensure the company maintains a strong, compliant, and values‑aligned culture. The role requires a seasoned attorney with extensive experience operating at scale in a highly regulated, multi‑state healthcare environment, particularly within Skilled Nursing Facilities and related post‑acute care settings. /ppThis senior‑level Employment Attorney will build and lead a team, oversee outside counsel, manage budgets, and build process and systems that enhance visibility, accountability, and operational excellence across the organization. /ph3Key Responsibilities /h3pStrategic Counsel /pulliServe as the primary legal advisor on all labor and employment matters across the enterprise. /liliProvide strategic guidance to the CHRO and HR leadership on employment-related risks. /liliAnticipate emerging legal issues and proactively develop strategies to mitigate risk and support business objectives. /li /ulpEmployment Law Guidance Issue Management /pulliAdvise HR partners and business leaders on day‑to‑day employment matters including hiring, discipline, termination, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, accommodations, leaves of absence, wage and hour issues, restrictive covenants, conflicts of interest, independent contractor classification, and related topics. /liliProvide legal support for internal investigations (Employee Relations and Compliance), ensuring thorough, consistent, and legally sound processes. /liliProvide strategic legal counsel on compensation philosophy, program design, pay transparency requirements, and enterprise‑wide pay practices to ensure compliance and alignment with organizational goals. /liliRepresent the company before administrative agencies (EEOC, DOL, state and local agencies), prepare position statements, and manage outside counsel as needed. /liliAdvise on labor relations matters, including collective bargaining strategy, contract interpretation, grievance handling, and union‑related negotiations. /liliProvide legal guidance on employee benefits matters, including ERISA compliance, plan administration, and coordination with internal benefits subject matter experts. /liliDraft, review, and update employment policies, handbooks, and employee benefit plan documents to ensure legal compliance and alignment with organizational objectives. /li /ulpMA, Growth, and Organizational Transactions /pulliAdvise on the employment‑law dynamics for acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions. /liliPartner with HR, Operations, Finance, and Compliance to ensure smooth employee transitions, including WARN analysis, onboarding, communications, and post‑close alignment of policies and practices. /liliDevelop scalable processes and playbooks for employment‑law components of future transactions. /liliManage employment and labor litigation, with support from outside counsel and internal team, including strategy development, fact gathering, and recommendations at key decision points. /liliManage outside counsel relationships to ensure high‑quality, cost‑effective representation. /li /ulpHR Compliance Stewardship /pulliDevelop and lead HR compliance strategy, including building and managing an HR Compliance team in partnership with Corporate Compliance. /liliOversee compliance audits and risk assessments, including auditing HR data, responding to internal audit requests, and managing inquiries from government agencies. /liliEnsure adherence to employment laws and regulations, through policy development, monitoring programs, and proactive risk mitigation. /liliCollaborate with HR and executive leadership to maintain a compliant, inclusive, and ethical workplace culture. /liliDevelop and deliver training on employment law topics for HR, leadership, and operational teams. /liliSupport organizational change initiatives, restructurings, and acquisitions by advising on employment‑law implications and ensuring compliant execution. /liliLead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing team of employment law professionals. /liliEstablish clear priorities, foster collaboration, and build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. /li /ulpBudget, Vendor Management Operational Excellence /pulliOversee the labor and employment legal budget, including forecasting, tracking, and reporting. /liliManage external counsel spend, negotiate fee arrangements, and ensure efficient allocation of resources. /liliImplement and maintain dashboards and reporting mechanisms to track key employment‑related metrics (e.g., litigation trends, ER issues, compliance indicators, outside counsel spend). /liliRegularly present insights and trends to executive leadership to drive informed decision‑making. /li /ulpCross‑Functional Collaboration /pulliPartner closely with Operations, Compliance, Finance, Benefits, and Communications to ensure employment‑related risks are identified early and addressed effectively. /li /ulh3Qualifications /h3pRequired /pulliJuris Doctor (JD) degree and active bar membership in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, with the ability to obtain in‑house counsel registration or equivalent status where required. /lili12+ years of progressively responsible employment law experience, preferably including substantial in‑house or law firm experience advising multi‑state healthcare or similarly regulated clients. /liliPrior experience serving as the senior or lead employment attorney for an organization of comparable scale and complexity. /liliExperience with unionized environments or labor relations strategy. /liliDemonstrated experience building and leading enterprise‑level HR compliance programs, including audits, risk assessments, and ongoing monitoring to ensure adherence to employment laws and regulations. /liliDemonstrated experience managing teams, leading enterprise‑level initiatives, and partnering with senior executives. /liliStrong written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of advising at the executive level. /li /ulpPreferred /pulliExperience practicing labor and employment law within Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF) and the post‑acute care sector. /liliStrong working knowledge of California employment law, including wage and hour, leaves, and compliance frameworks. /liliFamiliarity with employment‑related data analytics, legal technology, or case management systems. /li /ulh3Leadership Success Profile /h3ulliDemonstrated success serving as the senior employment law advisor within a complex, multi‑state organization. /liliProven ability to influence and partner with C‑suite leaders on high‑impact workforce decisions. /liliSignificant experience leading legal teams, managing outside counsel, and overseeing budgets and operational processes. /liliExpertise in building and maintaining enterprise‑wide compliance frameworks, dashboards, and reporting systems. /liliStrong strategic acumen with the ability to anticipate legal risks and guide organizational strategy. /liliExceptional communication skills, including the ability to distill complex issues into clear, executive‑ready insights. /liliHigh integrity, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate sensitive issues with discretion and cultural competence. /li /ulh3Work Location /h3ulliThis role is based at PACS Headquarters in downtown Salt Lake City, UT. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates who reside outside the greater Salt Lake City area. /li /ulpWe celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr