Associate General Counsel

Overview

An organization specializing in healthcare technology is seeking an Associate General Counsel to join their legal team. This role serves as the primary legal partner to the General Counsel and works closely with Product, Engineering, Operations, and Leadership teams to navigate healthcare regulations and support business growth.

Responsibilities

• Advise on healthcare regulatory requirements including HIPAA/HITECH and the No Surprises Act, translating legal requirements into practical product and operational decisions.
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements such as Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Business Associate Agreements (BAAs), vendor contracts, and partnership agreements.
• Develop scalable contract templates and playbooks.
• Manage the day-to-day contracting process by establishing review workflows and service levels to enable efficient business operations while maintaining legal protections.
• Support the development and scaling of the company’s compliance program, including policies, procedures, and monitoring practices.
• Advise internal teams on operational legal risks and assist leadership in making informed decisions.
• Assist with corporate governance matters including board materials, corporate filings, and investor reporting.
• Provide guidance on employment-related legal questions, policies, and best practices in collaboration with HR and leadership.
• Contribute to building legal processes, documentation, and tools to support the growth of the 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 translate complex business concepts into clear contractual language.
• Ability to provide practical, business-oriented legal guidance in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills across 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.
• Experience 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 including equity.
• Full health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plan through 401(k).
• Flexible time off.
• 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 talent 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 or interview process upon request.
• The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion, and does not discriminate based on legally protected statuses.