Director, Legal Contracts

About the company

At Covera, we're committed to ensuring high-quality healthcare is more than just a promise. That's why we're leading the way in the emerging science of quality, and connecting providers and payers in their shared quest to improve patient outcomes and care quality. By tackling this challenge, we have the ability to impact millions of lives by raising the standard of care nationwide.

Our initial focus is radiology, where an early and accurate diagnosis has a profound impact on the rest of a patient's care journey. Through our work, which uses clinically-validated science-based tools, we're helping doctors enhance their care, ensuring patients get the right diagnosis, and enabling the healthcare system to support quality improvement at scale.

Through our clinical intelligence platform, we have launched programs that help people access the most effective care and provide doctors with AI-powered quality insights and tools to enhance their care. Today, Covera is partnered with leading employers, payers and healthcare organizations across the US, including Walmart and Microsoft. And, with a pipeline representing over 25% of insured Americans, we are in the early stages of improving care quality for all patients across the globe.

In November 2023, Covera secured up to $50 million in a Series C extension led by Insight Partners. This capital fuels our mission to partner with healthcare providers, payers and employers to improve diagnostic care for patients everywhere.

About the role

As the Director of Legal Contracts, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity and compliance of our contractual agreements with providers, vendors, and partners. You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of contract management, from drafting and negotiating agreements to identifying and mitigating key risks. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced team and contribute to the success of our organization through effective contract management and legal support.

This position offers a hybrid work model with occasional in-person requirements at our NYC office.

In this role, you will be expected to:

• Oversee provider contracting activities, including the drafting, negotiation, and management of amendments and addenda to our master agreements with healthcare providers.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and Statements of Work (SOWs) with vendors and partners, ensuring alignment with company policies and legal requirements.
• Identify key risks and gaps in underlying contracts and recommend changes to mitigate risk and protect the interests of the company.
• Respond promptly, accurately, and decisively to business requests for legal advice related to contracts, providing guidance and support as needed and escalating issues appropriately.
• Develop and maintain contract templates, training materials on contracting, confidentiality agreements, company policies, and standard operating procedures for contracting processes. Track associated metrics to measure effectiveness and compliance.
• Support the continuous improvement of contract templates and processes impacting our legal team and our customers, driving efficiency, consistency, and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Your Profile:

• JD degree from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with the relevant state bar association.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in contract management, with a focus on drafting, negotiating, and managing complex contracts in a corporate or legal setting, preferably in the healthcare or technology sector.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify legal risks and propose practical solutions to mitigate risks and protect the interests of the company.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to non-legal stakeholders.
• Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to review contracts thoroughly to ensure compliance with legal requirements and company policies.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to lead and manage a team of contract professionals effectively, fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to understand the strategic goals and objectives of the company and align contract management activities accordingly.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development, staying abreast of industry trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in contract management and legal compliance.

Benefits

You will be a full-time employee with a competitive salary, stock options, and great benefits. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance,