Overview
A healthcare industry leader is seeking an Associate General Counsel specializing in Privacy to join their team remotely. This role focuses on providing business-aligned legal guidance related to governance, compliance, and operational risk management within the healthcare sector. The position involves partnering with leadership, compliance stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to translate complex privacy issues into practical recommendations that support responsible execution, improved decision-making, and sustainable growth.
Location: Remote (U.S. based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available)
Compensation: $134,600 – $230,800 annually
Responsibilities
- Act as a trusted privacy advisor to various business lines with a focus on HIPAA compliance
- Advise on regulatory changes and assist with implementing emerging privacy requirements
- Design and operationalize privacy programs, including training and policy development
- Provide privacy support for business contracts in collaboration with legal teams
- Counsel the incident management team and lead responses to regulatory inquiries
- Deliver regular, actionable privacy updates to leadership
- Collaborate on privacy due diligence for acquisitions and integrations
- Monitor legal and industry developments and provide practical guidance
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree
- Current license to practice law
- Minimum of 5 years practicing law
- At least 3 years of experience in a privacy legal environment
- Experience in healthcare privacy law
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP) designation
- Experience with LexisNexis
- Experience working in fast-paced, matrixed environments
- Familiarity with HIPAA compliance tools, data protection software, and contract management systems
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Incentive and recognition programs
- Equity stock purchase opportunities
- 401(k) contribution plans
- Flexibility to work remotely from anywhere in the U.S.