Senior Counsel, Litigation & Employment

About the role

At Prenuvo , we are on a mission to flip the paradigm from reactive "sick-care" to proactive health care. Our award-winning whole body scan is fast (under 1 hour), safe (MRI has no ionizing radiation), and non-invasive (no contrast). Our unique integrated stack of optimized hardware, software, and increasingly AI, coupled with the patient-centric experience across our domestic and global clinics, have allowed us to lead the change against "we caught it too late again". We are looking for a Senior Counsel - Litigation & Employment to join our legal team and contribute to our mission of making a meaningful impact on preventative health. You will manage the company's full litigation portfolio and serve as the go-to legal partner for our People & Culture team. Reporting to the General Counsel, you will lead strategy across commercial disputes, medical malpractice claims, and employment matters while proactively reducing risk across a fast-scaling, multi-jurisdictional healthcare business. This is a role suited to someone who thrives in a fast paced environment, can shift between strategic counseling and hands-on execution, and communicates legal concepts in plain language to clinical and business leaders. This role does not provide visa sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must not require employer sponsorship for a work visa (current or future). Help reshape the world through proactive healthcare while working with cutting-edge technology and high performing teams with deep expertise - join us to make a difference in people's lives!

Responsibilities

• Litigation Management
• Own and manage Prenuvo's litigation and pre-litigation docket, including commercial disputes, medical malpractice claims, employment-related claims, and other general litigation matters.
• Direct outside counsel strategy across multiple jurisdictions; manage discovery, witness preparation, settlement evaluation, and trial readiness.
• Conduct and manage internal investigations related to legal and compliance issues related to pending and threatened litigation.
• Oversee litigation holds, document preservation, and e-discovery processes.
• Track and report on litigation matters, exposure, and budgets to the General Counsel.
• Proactive Risk Management
• Partner with operations teams to identify liability risks in service delivery and implement process improvements that reduce exposure.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting Prenuvo's business across the US, Canada, UK, and Australia.
• Develop and deliver training for managers and clinical staff on litigation prevention and regulatory compliance topics.
• Employment Law & People Advisory
• Serve as primary legal advisor to the People & Culture team on employee relations, including performance management, workplace investigations, disciplinary actions, accommodation requests, and separations.
• Draft, review, and update employment policies and handbooks to align with applicable laws across all jurisdictions where Prenuvo operates.
• Advise on employment-related risk in connection with workforce changes, reductions, and organizational restructuring.
• General
• Manage relationships with outside counsel.
• Contribute to building the legal team's processes and infrastructure to support a high-growth healthcare company.
• Other responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school (or equivalent legal qualification from a jurisdiction where Prenuvo operates) and active bar membership in good standing in at least one US state.
• 7+ years of legal experience in litigation (healthcare liability experience required) and employment law, with a mix of law firm and in-house experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing outside counsel, including strategy, budget, and performance.
• Experience advising on employee relations matters, conducting or overseeing workplace investigations, and drafting employment policies.
• Sound judgment in assessing risk and the ability to work independently while knowing when to escalate.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with the ability to translate legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance for non-legal stakeholders
• Comfort operating in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with meaningful ambiguity.
• Our Values
• First: we are Pioneers
• Transforming healthcare requires divergent thinking, bias for action, disciplined experimentation, and consistent grit and determination to maintain momentum. This journey is as challenging as it is rewarding.
• Second: we are Platform-Builders
• We're always building foundations that allow us to achieve tomorrow more than we did today. We never lose sight of what's ahead - in a mindset of ownership and duty to our mission.
• Above all: we are Patients
• We could all be the next person who walks through our very doors, seeking clarity or peace of mind. We are proud of our impact on our patients' lives, and w

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