Director, Sr Corporate Counsel- Commercial Contracting & Direct Procurement

Posting Date

10/30/2026
2000 16th Street, Denver, Colorado, 80202, United States of America


As a legal department, we are committed to cultivating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace in which all Teammates feel that they are treated with respect, are valued for the skills and qualities they contribute and belong. We also believe that diversity extends beyond traditional protected classes to the fullness of lived experiences and backgrounds. Our investment in Diversity & Belonging means that we are better able to harness the wide range of talents and perspectives among our teammates to develop collaborative, creative, and effective solutions to an array of business challenges; but most importantly, because it is simply the right thing to do.

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Over the last decade, we set out to be the world's greatest dialysis company, and over the next decade, we're poised to build the greatest healthcare community the world has ever seen. When you join the DaVita Village, you're joining a winning team. Through our commitment to training, growth and quality, we consistently achieve superior clinical outcomes while giving teammates the opportunity to excel in an award-winning environment that enables them to thrive both professionally and personally.

Here's what you can expect as a Director, Senior Corpora at DaVita:

The Director, Senior Corporate Counsel (Commercial Contracting & Direct Procurement) will serve as a lead transactional attorney responsible for structuring, drafting, and negotiating a broad range of complex procurement and commercial contracts for use in a healthcare services environment. The primary focus of this role will be providing advice, guidance, and strategic counsel to management and key stakeholders across DaVita's corporate and procurement departments, with a focus on negotiating Product Purchase Agreements (PPAs) for pharmaceuticals, medical devices, and clinical supplies.

In addition to leading pharmaceutical, device, and clinical supplies contracting, the Senior Corporate Counsel will negotiate a wide variety of direct procurement, IT and commercial agreements across DaVita's enterprise.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

·         Pharmaceutical & Medical Device Contracting: Lead the drafting, redlining, and negotiation of complex Product Purchase Agreements (PPAs), including pharmaceutical supply agreements, medical device and equipment procurement contracts, enterprise-level supply chain and distribution agreements, and related rebate/pricing structures.

·         Indirect Procurement & Enterprise Commercial Agreements: Serve as lead counsel on a broad portfolio of enterprise supplier and procurement contracts, including Master Services Agreements (MSAs), Statements of Work (SOWs), consulting agreements, software licensing/SaaS agreements, and capital equipment purchases.

·         Strategic Business & Regulatory Advisory: Provide strategic legal support and counsel to  management, Procurement, Clinical Operations, and Pharmacy leadership. Develop and articulate creative solutions within the context of broader business and enterprise-level objectives to drive risk mitigation and negotiation strategies for key supplier relationships.

·         Negotiation Leadership & Execution: Thoughtfully lead high-volume and high-stakes supplier contracting negotiations by partnering closely with internal business clients to drive complex procurement contracts to timely completion.

·         Playbooks, Process Improvement & Best Practices: Assist in continuous process improvement and the establishment of best demonstrated practices for all aspects of commercial contracting, including developing and maintaining contracting playbooks, fallback terms, and standard templates.

·         Outside Counsel Oversight: Supervise and direct outside legal counsel on specialized matters and overflow workstreams to ensure strategic alignment, cost efficiency, and consistent policy adherence.

·         Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Compliance, Regulatory, Finance, Risk Management, Tax, and Technology teams to ensure comprehensive legal and operational alignment across supplier relationships.

·         Mentorship & Team Leadership: Provide guidance and mentorship to paralegals and junior legal teammates, with the opportunity to manage teammates depending on experience.

·         Special Projects: Participate in and lead various other enterprise strategic initiatives, workstreams, and commercial projects across the Justice League of DaVita (JLD).

Qualifications

·         Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

·         Bar Admission: State Bar Admission in good standing (and eligible for single-client / in-house counsel admission if applicable).

·         Experience: 5–10 years of relevant legal experience drafting, interpreting, and negotiating commercial and supply contracts.

·         Subject-Matter Expertise: Substantial experience drafting and negotiating supply contracts, with preference for candidates with experience in pharmaceuticals.

·         Breadth of Commercial Interest: Enthusiasm and proven capability to handle a broad, diverse portfolio of commercial and direct procurement agreements, including professional services and technology.

·         Law Firm Experience: Prior practice at an Am Law 100/200 firm or nationally recognized transactional practice strongly preferred.

Candidate Characteristics & Core Values

·         Commitment to DaVita Core Values: Dedication to DaVita's values of Service Excellence, Integrity, Team, Continuous Improvement, Accountability, Fulfillment, and Fun, with the ability to demonstrate those positively and proactively in everyday interactions with co-workers, management, and suppliers.

·         Executive Communication & Presence: Superior written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with an acute ability to listen attentively, interact at an executive level with persuasiveness and confidence, and communicate effectively throughout all levels of the organization.

·         Strategic Problem-Solving: Demonstrated ability to develop creative, business-aligned solutions and practical risk mitigation strategies in high-pressure situations.

·         Agility & Organization: Exceptional time management and organizational skills, with a proven ability to juggle and successfully prioritize competing workstreams with shifting timeframes and tight deadlines.

·         Initiative & Independence: Self-starter with a high degree of initiative, urgency, and follow-through; ability to work independently, adapt to changing priorities, and maintain patience and composure.

Here is what you can expect when you join our Village:
• A "community first, company second" culture based on Core Values that really matter.
• Clinical outcomes consistently ranked above the national average.
• Award-winning education and training across multiple career paths to help you reach your potential.
• Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
• A comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance your health, your financial well-being and your future.
• Dedication, above all, to caring for patients suffering from chronic kidney failure across the nation.

Join us as we pursue our vision "To Build the Greatest Healthcare Community the World has Ever Seen."

Why wait? Explore a career with DaVita today.

Go to http://careers.davita.com to learn more or apply.

·         What We'll Provide / Total Rewards: DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package designed to enhance your health, financial well-being, and future. Teammates are eligible to begin receiving benefits on the first day of the month following or coinciding with one month of continuous employment:

·         Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) match; and Paid Time Off (PTO).

·         Support for You and Your Family: Family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access to Headspace®, backup child and elder care, maternity/paternity leave, and more.

·         Professional Development: Access to on-demand virtual leadership and development courses via StarLearning, mentorship programs, and CLE support.

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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second.  We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong."  Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.




This position will be open for a minimum of three days.


The Salary Range for the role is $115,000.00 - $183,000.00 per year.

 







Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits  






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