Associate General Counsel

Overview

An innovative healthcare technology organization is seeking an Associate General Counsel to join their legal team as a key partner to the General Counsel. This role involves working closely with Product, Engineering, Operations, and Leadership teams to navigate healthcare regulations and support the company’s growth through sound legal guidance.

Responsibilities

• Advise Product and Engineering teams on healthcare regulatory requirements, including HIPAA/HITECH and the No Surprises Act, translating legal mandates into practical product and operational decisions.
• Lead drafting and negotiation of commercial agreements such as Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Business Associate Agreements (BAAs), vendor contracts, and partnership agreements.
• Develop scalable contract templates and playbooks to streamline contracting processes.
• Manage day-to-day contracting workflows to enable efficient business operations while maintaining strong legal protections.
• Support the development and scaling of the company’s compliance program, including policies, procedures, and monitoring practices.
• Collaborate with Operations and leadership to assess legal risks and provide practical guidance for informed decision-making.
• Assist with corporate governance matters including board materials, corporate filings, and investor reporting.
• Provide legal support on employment and internal matters, advising HR and leadership on policies and best practices.
• Contribute to building efficient legal processes, documentation, and tools to support the expanding legal function.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in at least one state bar.
• Minimum of 4 years of legal experience, preferably with training at a top law firm.
• Experience advising on healthcare regulatory frameworks such as HIPAA, Anti-Kickback Statute (AKS), False Claims Act (FCA), or similar.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills with the ability to simplify complex business concepts into clear contractual language.
• Ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal advice in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across both technical and non-technical teams.
• High attention to detail, strong judgment, and effective prioritization skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in-house at a technology or healthcare startup.
• Familiarity with SaaS contracting and software development life cycles.
• Background supporting healthcare technology or digital health companies.
• Experience developing or supporting compliance programs for regulated organizations.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $180,000 to $225,000 annually.
• Competitive compensation package including equity.
• Full health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• Flexible time off policy.
• Opportunities for company-wide connection and events.

Location

The organization primarily hires around core hubs in Los Angeles and New York but remains open to exceptional candidates outside these regions. Remote and hybrid work flexibility varies by role and team.

Additional Information

• Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable background checks.
• Employment is at-will and may be terminated by either party at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.
• Reasonable accommodations are provided for qualified individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process.
• The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion, prohibiting discrimination based on legally protected statuses.