Assistant General Counsel

Overview

A healthcare technology organization is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to serve as a senior legal leader responsible for managing a major legal function and aligning legal strategies with business priorities. This role offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to influence enterprise-level outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and own a major legal domain such as commercial, product, or regulatory law.
• Structure and negotiate complex, high-value transactions and partnerships.
• Provide strategic legal advice to senior business leaders.
• Develop scalable legal processes, frameworks, and systems.
• Facilitate cross-functional alignment among key stakeholders.
• Lead major initiatives and support enterprise-wide projects.
• Mentor attorneys and contribute to the development of the legal team.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• 9 to 13+ years of progressively responsible legal experience.
• Significant in-house legal experience within SaaS, healthcare technology, or other regulated industries.
• Proven experience managing a legal function or major area such as commercial contracting, product counseling, privacy, or regulatory compliance.
• Track record of leading complex, high-value commercial transactions including SaaS agreements, strategic partnerships, and data-sharing arrangements.
• Experience advising senior business leaders (Director/VP level and above) on legal, regulatory, and operational risks.
• Ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical, business-oriented solutions.
• Experience developing and implementing legal processes, playbooks, and frameworks to improve scalability and efficiency.
• Strong collaboration skills working with Product, Compliance, Security, Finance, and Operations teams.
• Experience working in fast-paced, high-growth environments with evolving legal and regulatory requirements.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks related to healthcare, data privacy, or SaaS.
• Excellent issue-spotting and risk assessment capabilities.
• Strong business acumen and ability to align legal guidance with company objectives.
• Ability to balance risk mitigation with enabling growth.
• Experience influencing strategic decision-making at senior leadership levels.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly to non-legal audiences.
• Strong executive presence and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing and implementing scalable legal frameworks, templates, and processes.

Compensation & Benefits

Eligible employees can enroll in a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with company Health Savings Account contributions.
• 401(k) plan with a 50% match on contributions up to 6% of compensation; matching contributions become fully vested after one year.
• Generous paid time off and paid parental leave.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account and Employee Assistance Programs.
• Professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement and unlimited access to online learning platforms.
• Hybrid work options with a dog-friendly headquarters and wellness amenities.

Location

The organization’s global headquarters is located in Boca Raton, Florida, with an extensive employee base in Hyderabad, India. Some roles offer hybrid or remote work options.