About International SOS North American Medical Services Holdings, Inc.
International SOS North American Medical Services Holdings, Inc. is a leading provider of integrated medical, clinical, and occupational health services, supporting clients operating in complex and remote environments across North America. As part of the global International SOS network, the company delivers mission-critical healthcare solutions to corporate, government, and energy sector clients, with a focus on safety, continuity, and rapid response. From on-site medical staffing and telehealth services to emergency evacuation and public health preparedness, the company plays a vital role in safeguarding the health and well-being of workforces in challenging settings.
About the Role
Act as the main legal advisor to the Americas Medical Services Exco reporting to the CEO for medical services in the Americas. Provide legal support for commercial and vendor transactions, including advising on the regulatory landscape for medical services in the industrial, occupational health, and emergency services context to the business development and operational teams. Actively participate in design of services and solutions for US domestic medical services in the industrial context. Conduct contract negotiation and review and provide legal support for strategic alliances and joint ventures in the US and Canada. Assist with legal matters involving operations, marketing, security, and human resources across Alaska, Louisiana, Texas, and additional sites as the business footprint expands. Manage external counsel as needed for employment, compliance and commercial matters.
Responsibilities
The key responsibilities will be, but not limited to, the following activities:
- Required to attend all ExCo meetings and report on legal/regulatory issues, particularly in the healthcare, occupational healthcare, and emergency medical services space that affect the region, and provide support to fellow ExCo members on their strategic initiatives;
- Actively support and manage strategic partnerships; nurture productive relationships with stakeholders, attend all ExCo and board meetings; and support with legal/commercial initiatives and challenges;
- Serving as an active business partner to the leadership teams, working to drive strategic opportunities; reduce costs; and identify and diminish commercial risks;
- Applying combined business and legal acumen to advise the business on transactional matters; commercial and regulatory issues; litigation; privacy; and other matters;
- Providing training to all stakeholders in the region, as required;
- Draft and negotiate complex commercial contracts in support of commercial transactions, review commercial terms for RFPs and tenders.
- Respond to escalations of commercial terms and guide contract manager(s) from Commercial Services. Provide training and updates to playbook on matters of significance.
- Draft NDA’s, employment and independent contractor agreements, conduct due diligence and participate in integrations of new entities if required.
- Collaborating with global legal colleagues and subject matter experts to analyse and advise the regional commercial teams on complex legal/compliance issues;
- Structure and negotiate complex transactions;
- Oversee outside counsel in matters of litigation, employment and compliance matters.
- Help support and drive cross business-line, global, and regional synergies;
- Implement and coordinate the strategic solutions, policies, procedures, controls to ensure that the Group’s exposure to legal risk is effectively managed;
- Keep abreast of relevant regulatory and licensing requirements and changes in the country/states and inform the region of necessary action to meet regulatory requirements
- Support corporate governance and record keeping, as needed.
- Participate and provide guidance to colleagues in relation to local and regional projects or transactions.
Profile
Required Skills and Knowledge (Brief description of technical knowledge or skills needed to perform the job)
- Excellent contract drafting and negotiation skills.
- Strong commercial acumen.
- Excellent written/verbal communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage deadlines in a fast-paced and demanding work environment.
- Ability to work independently while being able to contribute successfully to cross-functional teams.
- Ability to maintain strong working relationships with internal clients.
Required Competencies (Critical behaviours necessary to successfully perform the job)
- Relating & Networking: Establishes strong relationships with internal clients and colleagues; Builds effective networks both within and outside the Group; Relates well to people at all levels; Manages conflict effectively.
- Communication: Provides both verbal and written information in a timely, clear and concise manner. Expresses ideas effectively, adjusting style, tools and mode to the needs of others. Listens attentively, and summarises or asks questions, when needed, to clarify information.
- Initiative: Proactive, generates creative solutions, uses different approaches to resolve issues, generates ideas for improvement, and takes productive action without being asked.
- Pressure Tolerance: Maintains performance under pressure, manages stress, identifies ways to reduce work stress, and uses appropriate coping mechanisms.
- Forges close liaisons and cooperates with stakeholders and other International SOS Group teams.
Required Work Experience (Brief description of the job-related experience needed to perform the job)
- 10 years of experience with at least five being at an in-house legal department for a company that provides professional medical services.
Required Qualifications (Brief description of the educational background needed to perform the job)
- JD with excellent law school credentials.
- Licensed to practice in a US State or be eligible for licensure as a registered in-house counsel.
Required Languages (Brief description of the language skills needed to perform the job)
- Business/Legal fluency in English
Travel / Rotation Requirements (Brief description of any travel or rotation requirements)
- Occasional travel may be requested.
This job description outlines the types of responsibilities the incumbent is required to perform.
The incumbent may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description. This job description is subject to regular review.
To Apply
Interested, qualified professionals should submit an electronic copy of their letter of interest and their resume to the following search consultants:
| Steve John Partner John and Snyder, LLC steve@johnandsnyder.com (415) 505-6685 | Jason Snyder Partner John and Snyder, LLC jason@johnandsnyder.com (415) 505-6687 |
All inquiries and/or application materials sent directly to International SOS North American Medical Services will be redirected to John and Snyder, LLC for review, which may cause significant delay in evaluation and response.
On behalf of International SOS, we thank you for your interest in the Corporate Counsel opportunity.
