Mid Level General Counsel Jobs
Mid level general counsel jobs go to attorneys ready to own complex legal workstreams, advise business units independently, and take accountability for outcomes with minimal partner oversight. Hiring runs across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Construction & Real Estate, with 24% of openings remote or hybrid, and employers like Banner Health, JPMorganChase, and Howard University competing for general counsels at this level now.
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Primary City/State:
Phoenix, Arizona
Department Name:
Legal Svcs-Corp
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Legal
Banner Health is seeking a strategic and solutions-oriented Associate General Counsel, Medical Staff Services to serve as a trusted legal advisor across the organization. This highly visible role partners with executive leadership, physicians, and operational teams to navigate complex healthcare regulations, ensure medical staff compliance, and protect the organization's legal interests. The successful candidate will provide hands-on counsel, negotiate and draft critical agreements, interpret evolving laws and regulations, and deliver practical guidance that supports Banner's mission and operational excellence. This is an exceptional opportunity for a healthcare attorney who thrives at the intersection of law, strategy, physician affairs, and regulatory compliance while making a meaningful impact across one of the nation's leading health systems.
Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits. In addition, this position may be eligible for our Management Incentive Program as part of your Total Rewards package. Within Banner Health Corporate, you will have the opportunity to apply your unique experience and expertise in support of a nationally-recognized healthcare leader. We offer stimulating and rewarding careers in a wide array of disciplines. Whether your background is in Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Managed Care Programs or Public Relations, you'll find many options for contributing to our award-winning patient care.
Position Summary
This position provides legal support and advice, including interpreting laws, rules and regulations, advising company personnel, negotiating and drafting agreements and other documents, and monitoring laws and regulations affecting the company.
CORE FUNCTIONS
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Assists management with a wide variety of projects requiring legal expertise, including negotiating and drafting contracts and other documents, reviewing and revising policies to maintain legal compliance, and advising and assisting with legal disputes.
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Assists in protecting the company’s legal interests and maintaining its operations consistent with the law. Provides hands-on counsel. Identifies and analyzes legal issues, presents clear recommendations.
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Advises company officers, managers and employees of legal requirements pertaining to operations, including changes in laws and regulations, which may impact the company. Provides education and training to personnel on relevant topics impacting the company.
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Promotes and supports corporate compliance with company policies and federal, state and local governmental rules, regulations and laws.
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The scope of this position encompasses various legal requirements which impact the company. These principles are complex, fluid and must be applied to an ever-changing environment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
JD or LLB from an ABA accredited law school.
Bar admission and eligibility to practice in Arizona.
Five years' experience as a practicing attorney.
A working knowledge of personal computers, including word-processing skills. Inter-personal and professional skills to provide legal services in a useful manner to those at all levels of the organization.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Eight or more years as a practicing attorney, including at least five years in a law firm setting.
Three years' experience in health care law.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
Primary City/State:
Phoenix, Arizona
Department Name:
Legal Svcs-Corp
Work Shift:
Day
Job Category:
Legal
Banner Health is seeking a strategic and solutions-oriented Associate General Counsel, Medical Staff Services to serve as a trusted legal advisor across the organization. This highly visible role partners with executive leadership, physicians, and operational teams to navigate complex healthcare regulations, ensure medical staff compliance, and protect the organization's legal interests. The successful candidate will provide hands-on counsel, negotiate and draft critical agreements, interpret evolving laws and regulations, and deliver practical guidance that supports Banner's mission and operational excellence. This is an exceptional opportunity for a healthcare attorney who thrives at the intersection of law, strategy, physician affairs, and regulatory compliance while making a meaningful impact across one of the nation's leading health systems.
Your pay and benefits are important components of your journey at Banner Health. This opportunity includes the option to participate in a variety of health, financial, and security benefits. In addition, this position may be eligible for our Management Incentive Program as part of your Total Rewards package. Within Banner Health Corporate, you will have the opportunity to apply your unique experience and expertise in support of a nationally-recognized healthcare leader. We offer stimulating and rewarding careers in a wide array of disciplines. Whether your background is in Human Resources, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Managed Care Programs or Public Relations, you'll find many options for contributing to our award-winning patient care.
Position Summary
This position provides legal support and advice, including interpreting laws, rules and regulations, advising company personnel, negotiating and drafting agreements and other documents, and monitoring laws and regulations affecting the company.
CORE FUNCTIONS
-
Assists management with a wide variety of projects requiring legal expertise, including negotiating and drafting contracts and other documents, reviewing and revising policies to maintain legal compliance, and advising and assisting with legal disputes.
-
Assists in protecting the company’s legal interests and maintaining its operations consistent with the law. Provides hands-on counsel. Identifies and analyzes legal issues, presents clear recommendations.
-
Advises company officers, managers and employees of legal requirements pertaining to operations, including changes in laws and regulations, which may impact the company. Provides education and training to personnel on relevant topics impacting the company.
-
Promotes and supports corporate compliance with company policies and federal, state and local governmental rules, regulations and laws.
-
The scope of this position encompasses various legal requirements which impact the company. These principles are complex, fluid and must be applied to an ever-changing environment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
JD or LLB from an ABA accredited law school.
Bar admission and eligibility to practice in Arizona.
Five years' experience as a practicing attorney.
A working knowledge of personal computers, including word-processing skills. Inter-personal and professional skills to provide legal services in a useful manner to those at all levels of the organization.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Eight or more years as a practicing attorney, including at least five years in a law firm setting.
Three years' experience in health care law.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EEO Statement:
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
Privacy Policy:
Privacy Policy
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Mid Level General Counsel Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level general counsel job?
Position yourself around ownership, not just participation. Highlight matters you led independently, business clients you advised without supervision, and decisions you made that had measurable legal or commercial impact. Tailor your resume to show depth in a practice area relevant to the employer's industry. A concise cover letter that connects your existing experience to the specific risks the company faces will separate you from generalist candidates.
Which companies hire mid level general counsels?
Companies hiring mid level general counsels right now include Banner Health, JPMorganChase, and Howard University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Mid level openings tend to come from growth-stage companies building out in-house teams and established organizations replacing or expanding legal staff at the senior associate or junior general counsel tier.
Are there remote mid level general counsel jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by employer and practice focus. About 24% of mid level general counsel openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with hybrid arrangements more common at larger companies that want attorneys accessible to business teams. Roles involving frequent board interaction, litigation management, or sensitive regulatory matters are more likely to require in-office presence.
How do I move up to a mid level general counsel role?
The path from entry level to mid level is built through accumulating independent ownership of legal work. Early in your career, focus on mastering core skills in your practice area, then seek out opportunities to run smaller matters without close supervision. Demonstrating sound judgment, building relationships with internal business clients, and showing measurable impact on outcomes signals readiness to take on a mid level scope.
Which industries hire the most mid level general counsels?
Mid Level general counsel roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors tend to drive hiring at this level because they face complex and evolving regulatory environments, high transaction volume, or rapid growth that requires experienced in-house legal support rather than exclusive reliance on outside counsel.