Job Description

locations

Irvine, California, USA

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted Yesterday

job requisition id

REQ-3467

Legal Counsel is primarily responsible for acting as in-house counsel for Össur Americas, including serving as Data Protection Officer.

Responsibilities:

Provide general legal advice to Össur Americas and Clinics and other companies within the Össur Group as requested, both in the U.S. and abroad, including leading in-house subject matter expertise regarding US data privacy laws, regulations, requirements applicable to the collection, processing, transfer, and sharing of personal data
In cooperation with internal compliance functions and, review, evaluate, and implement proposed privacy policies, programs and procedures
Prepare, negotiate, review and revise various contracts, including distribution agreements, sales representative agreements, consulting agreements, GPO agreements, licenses, non-disclosure agreements, business associate agreements, etc.
Advise and coordinate with internal compliance and regulatory functions to ensure compliance with applicable Federal and State laws (e.g., Federal Anti-Kickback Law, False Claims Act, Buy American Act, Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, F.D.A. regulations, etc.)
Partner with business units to assess legal risk and provide legal guidance
Participate in acquisitions, litigations and other projects as required
All employees must be aware, have knowledge and shall have recieved general training in Quality requirements of Össur. Training takes place in the Onboarding process and in New Employee Orientation. More specific Quality training is job specific.
All training related to the quality management system is done in accordance to the Training Management Process (QM1681).
Exercises good use of company funds and property within the set guidelines. Maintains an honest and professional attitude as the company’s representative at all times.
Contributes to a safe working environment by maintaining own workspace and reporting any potential hazards
Performs process validations.
Adhere to Company’s safety rules
Adhere to Company Values – Honesty – Frugality - Courage
Perform other duties as requested

Qualifications:

Law Degree and 3+ years’ experience in Corporate Environment
Healthcare industry background is a plus
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong analytics capabilities
Proficient with Microsoft software products including OUTLOOK, WORD, EXCEL, and POWERPOINT
Ability to travel required, domestic and global, 20%
Flexible work schedule to accommodate regularly scheduled meetings with global counterparts in consideration of time zone differences

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $93,982 - $120,539 + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

Benefits we offer:

Referral Bonuses
Paid Sick and Vacation time
We provide a flexible work environment to offer work/life balance
401(k) plan with company match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Wellness Program - Save up to 30% in your medical premiums
Company Paid Life Insurance
Affordable Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Affordable Accidental and Critical Illness Insurance
10 Paid holidays
Give Back Program – Paid time off to Volunteer
Tuition Reimbursement
Annual Performance Reviews
And Much More…

Embla Medical is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available individual in every job.

Embla Medical's equal opportunity policy prohibits all discrimination (based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, military service, pregnancy, child birth or related medical condition, actual or perceived sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by local laws around the world).

Embla Medical is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all individuals involved in the operations of Embla Medical and prohibits discrimination by any employee of Embla Medical, including supervisors and co-workers.

Important Warning: Beware of fraudulent recruiters impersonating our company. Please take extra caution when asked for any sensitive personal information, such as social security numbers or bank account details. We will never ask you for any form of payment during the recruitment process. Please make sure you refer to our

official website

About Us

Embla Medical is a leading global provider of innovative mobility solutions that help people live a Life Without Limitations®. At Embla Medical, we are dedicated to improving people’s mobility. We do this with compassion and innovation, from how we design our award-winning mobility solutions to how we operate our network of patient care clinics.

Embla Medical is home to Össur, a leading global provider of prosthetics and bracing and supports solutions; FIOR & GENTZ, an innovative developer of neuro orthotics; and College Park, creators of custom-built prosthetic solutions. Embla Medical also provides patients with world-class care through a global network of Orthotic and Prosthetic (O&P) facilities, operating under various brand names.

Our People

The way we work is unique. We empower our colleagues worldwide and encourage close collaboration, allowing us to develop the best products and maintain the highest possible standards of care.

Our values – honesty, frugality and courage – are the glue that binds us together and form the foundation of our company culture.

Joining Embla Medical is not just about doing your job, it’s more than that. The patients we care for depend on us to help them get back their freedom and livelihood. That is what drives us all to go to work, each day.

If you are interested in joining our global team of talented individuals, please submit your information and resume for review.

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