Description:

Senior Counsel, Commercial Contracting
Location: US Remote
Company: VB Spine LLC
Employment Type: Full-Time

About VB Spine:
VB Spine is the largest privately held spine company and one of the largest family-owned medical technology companies in the world. In 2025, Stryker Corporation agreed to spin off its global spine division to Viscogliosi Brothers, LLC, a family-owned investment office specializing in the neuro-musculoskeletal space. VB Spine brings together deep legacy, bold innovation, and a sharp focus on improving surgical outcomes for patients worldwide.

With a comprehensive product portfolio, a growing global distribution network, and strategic partnerships, VB Spine delivers specialized solutions that meet critical needs in spine surgery. The company is led by the Viscogliosi Brothers, internationally recognized pioneers in the neuro-musculoskeletal industry with a proven record of building and scaling more than 40 businesses in the healthcare space over the past two decades.

VB Spine is headquartered in New York City and is committed to operational excellence, global impact, and enabling the highest standard of care.

Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Counsel – Commercial Contracting with significant in-house experience in the medical technology (med-tech) sector. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in drafting, negotiating, and managing complex commercial agreements, particularly with Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs), Integrated Delivery Networks (IDNs), hospital systems, healthcare providers, and distributors.

This role requires a proactive legal advisor with the ability to operate in a fast-paced, regulated environment, collaborating cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Compliance, and Regulatory teams to support the company's strategic goals while minimizing legal risks.

Key Responsibilities:

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including:GPO and IDN agreementsProduct Purchasing AgreementsRebate ArrangementsHospital and healthcare system contractsDistribution and reseller agreementsClinical trial and research collaboration agreementsConfidentiality agreements, MSAs, and vendor contracts.
Provide strategic legal counsel on contract structuring, risk assessment, and compliance with healthcare laws, including:Anti-Kickback Statute (AKS)Stark LawHIPAA and data privacy regulationsFDA regulatory frameworks related to med-tech products
Serve as the primary legal point of contact for Strategic Sales and Sales Operations teams on customer and partner engagements.
Support contract lifecycle management processes and maintain templates and playbooks aligned with business and legal risk tolerances.
Collaborate with Compliance and Regulatory Affairs to ensure contracts reflect current policies and legal obligations.
Assist with legal due diligence and integration efforts for M&A or strategic partnership opportunities, as needed.
Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting the med-tech and healthcare contracting landscape.

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; licensed to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
6+ years of relevant legal experience, with at least 3+ years in an in-house role within a med-tech, medical device manufacturer, distributor, healthcare technology company or as counsel within the supply chain or sourcing teams at a GPO, IDN, hospital system with experience reviewing, drafting and negotiation contracts.
Demonstrated expertise in handling contracts with GPOs, IDNs, hospital systems, and healthcare providers.
Advise leadership on regulatory compliance, GPO/AKS Safe Harbors, and sourcing best practices.
Assist in the development of training programs, contract templates, and platform transitions to support enterprise sourcing, risk mitigation, and streamlined contract management.
Strong understanding of U.S. healthcare regulatory environment, including compliance with GPO/AKS Safe Harbor requirements and reimbursement implications,
Familiarity with sourcing best practices.
Excellent drafting and negotiation skills with the ability to simplify complex legal concepts for non-legal stakeholders.
Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.
Experience with commercial contracts in the med-tech (highly preferred) or otherwise in the healthcare industry.
Familiarity with contract lifecycle management (CLM) tools and legal operations best practices..

Physical & mental requirements:

Strong business acumen and collaborative mindset
Excellent communication, judgment, and organizational skills

Why Join VB Spine?

Be part of a high-growth company where legal is seen as a key business partner.
Work alongside experienced attorneys and gain hands-on mentorship and exposure.
Take on varied, meaningful work with a path for continued growth and responsibility.
Help shape legal operations at a company that values innovation, teamwork, and impact.

To Apply:
Please submit your resume. We look forward to hearing from you.