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Senior Counsel, Corporate

Ethos Veterinary Health

Job Description

Position Summary

Ethos Veterinary Health is seeking an experienced Senior Counsel, Corporate to serve as a strategic legal partner on corporate transactions, joint ventures, and governance matters that are critical to Ethos’s growth and structure. This role will focus on corporate activity—including acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and other corporate initiatives—as well as governance and subsidiary management.


The ideal candidate will bring strong corporate transactional skills and sound judgment, combined with the ability to act as a trusted business partner who balances legal precision with commercial objectives.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead legal support on company transactions—including acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and other strategic corporate initiatives—developing structure, negotiation, and execution.
  • Provide guidance on corporate governance, entity management, and subsidiary structure, including deployment of governance technology and processes.
  • Support strategic projects requiring corporate expertise, from restructuring and capitalization initiatives to cross-functional business priorities.
  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with joint venture partners and counterparties, ensuring transparency, alignment, and long-term success.
  • Manage outside counsel on transactions to ensure high-quality, cost-effective outcomes.
  • Monitor and advise on corporate and regulatory developments that impact corporate activity, governance, and related strategic matters.
  • Balance legal risk with operational and business objectives to support informed, high-quality decision-making.

Qualifications

  • J.D. from an accredited law school and active license to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
  • 7+ years of legal experience, with a strong focus on corporate transactions (acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures), and strong firm or in-house experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to structure, negotiate, and execute complex corporate initiatives.
  • Experience in multi-site services, healthcare or veterinary services, or related industries is an asset.
  • Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence across the organization and with external partners.
  • Strategic thinker with strong business judgment and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
  • Willingness to travel up to 4-6 times per year (once or so a quarter).

Job Title: Senior Counsel, Corporate
Location: Remote, preference for proximity to business hubs in Austin, TX or Toronto, ON
Travel: Periodic travel for key business engagements
Reports To: General Counsel, Ethos Veterinary Health



The base salary range for this full-time position is $170,000 - $190,000. Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The Company offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, sick leave, 401(k), and more depending on location. Your recruiter can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the application process.


*This role is not open to receiving agency candidates and any contingent submissions will not be honored.#LI-Remote


Ethos Veterinary Health is at the forefront of innovation and world-class medicine. As the premier network of over 140 specialty and emergency hospitals across North America, Ethos brings together a dedicated community of more than 1,500 specialized doctors providing care for nearly 2 million pets annually. The integrated and collaborative network of veterinary professionals utilize state-of-the-art technology and a scientific, evidence-based approach to deliver compassionate, unparalleled care and rewarding careers. Committed to revolutionizing veterinary medicine, Ethos sets the standard in veterinary excellence. Discover more at EthosVet.com.

Our commitments to the industry, the profession, our teammates, and our patients, will not change, and in fact will be stronger than ever, as we forge new ground as this new dynamic community.

Ethos Veterinary Health offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, a 401k with employer match, and paid time off (including sick time) for all eligible employees.  The team can provide more information about compensation and benefits for your specific location during the process.  For positions based in Colorado, EVH provides eligible employees with paid sick and safe leave and public health emergency leave in accordance with the requirements of Colorado's Healthy Families and Workplaces Act.
 
Ethos Veterinary Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation.

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